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you have offered a contract on a property, your real estate
professional will probably recommend that you have a professional
inspect the home. The cost of this inspection is paid by you.
So why would you want an inspection? What does it show?
And how do you select an inspector that is reliable and reputable?
This
report will provide you with the information you need to understand
the importance of an inspection and how you can select the
professional that will protect your interest and investment
in your property.
When
you make the decision to purchase a home, it can be such an
exciting time. You are counting down the days until you get
to move in and begin making the house YOUR home. Because The
Kleimer Company wants you to continue to be excited about
your new home and the new memories you will be creating, they
will recommend you have your home professionally inspected
to protect you and your investment now and for years to come.
When
you look at a house, you probably are looking at the number
of rooms, how big the yard is, how near it is to the park,
the condition of the carpet, and where you are going to place
your new couch. When a professional inspector looks at your
home, they are looking for structural soundness‹is the foundation
secure, is the roof in good shape, does the plumbing work,
do you have adequate electrical service, are there any drainage
problems in the property, etc. A home inspection is not intended
to identify "cosmetic" defects such as squeaky doors; rather,
it is intended to identify the items that, if not detected
before you buy a home, can cause you thousands of dollars
to remedy. And that is the last thing you need when you are
just moving into your new home!
When
you sign the purchase contract, the contract will spell out
a timeline for having the property inspected and reporting
any potential defects. Therefore, when you work with The Kleimer
Company, they will let you know of this date and help you
schedule the appropriate inspection.
Once
the inspection has occurred, you will receive a written report
that includes a checklist of all of the items that have been
inspected. A copy of the report will be sent to The Kleimer
Company as well so that they can discuss the findings of the
report with you and help you make the decisions that are best
for you and your family.
So
what happens if a defect is found? It depends upon the type
and severity of the problem. If it is something simple like
a leaky faucet, the seller will normally remedy the situation
to your satisfaction OR place money in escrow at closing until
the repair work is made. If it is more serious, the situation
may be different. If a seller does not remedy the situation
to your satisfaction, then the contract can be considered
null and void, with all earnest money being returned to you.
If the roof is leaking, the seller has the opportunity to
fix it, place money in escrow for it to be fixed, reduce the
selling price to compensate for the defect, or not do anything.
Depending upon the seller's response, you will have to decide
which option is best for you. If the defect is serious, you
may even have to reconsider whether or not you want the property
if the seller is not willing to make the repairs to your satisfaction.
Just
like you want insurance for the title to the property you
are buying, your car, and your medical needs, you need to
have the insurance that the home you are being is structurally
sound. You don't want any surprises AND you don't want to
have to try and remedy a situation if it can be avoided or
handled before the home actually becomes yours. You want to
be in the driver's seat. By having a home inspection, you
are reducing the possibility of defects being discovered at
a later date.
For
this reason, The Kleimer Company recommends to virtually every
buyer they work with to have a professional inspection completed
as a contingency in the contract.
When
you make the decision to have a home inspection, you need
to consider the qualifications of the inspector. You want
someone who truly is a strong background in structural engineering
and design and who will honestly evaluate the home. You are
not looking for someone to identify the little things like
a spot in the carpet; you want a professional who is watching
out for your best interests in regards to the structural integrity
of your home.
If
you would like more information regarding this topic, or if
you would like assistance in selecting an inspector, call
The Kleimer Company today. Call them today at (970) 845-7776
or (800) 303-7355. Or send The Kleimer Company an email at
ben@kleimer.com.
You can also visit their Internet site and website page at
www.kleimer.com.
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