The Home Inspection Is Done—Now What?

Home inspections can save you from a lot of trouble down the road, which is why it’s important to know what your inspection report says.

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The home buying process is well underway, you’ve gotten your potential new home inspected, and you’ve received the results of the inspection. What do you do next?

Go through the inspection sheet and ask what each comment means. Some inspectors do a great job explaining the big items to pay attention to and the small ones that shouldn’t be a concern. You should especially ask about the ones that are on the initial summary list.

If you see issues, it doesn’t mean your home is in bad shape; almost all homes have at least minor problems, and inspections will reflect this. Occasionally, though, there are major problems in a property, which is the biggest reason why inspections are done. That’s why it’s necessary to ask about the level of importance each issue holds.

It’s important to ask about the level of importance each issue holds.

There are times your inspector will recommend getting a second opinion from a specialist, and you should definitely do so. HVAC systems, roofing, and other items can only be professionally inspected by specialists in those areas.

Lastly, you want to know if there are any items that will require a follow-up. If your heating system is fine now but may need maintenance in the near future, you want to be aware of it in preparation. In fact, why not schedule it ahead of time?

The inspection isn’t as scary as it may seem, and having an experienced real estate agent at your side makes the situation even easier. I’d love to help you with any and all of your real estate needs, so reach out to me if you’re looking to buy or sell, have any questions, or need further information. I look forward to hearing from you soon.