Know
your home before you buy or sell!
The
purchase of a home is probably the single largest investment you will
ever make. You should learn as much as you can about the condition of
the property and the need for any major repairs before you buy, so that
you can minimize unpleasant surprises and difficulties afterwards.
Of
course, a home inspection also points out the positive aspects of a
home, as well as the maintenance that will be necessary to keep it in
good shape. After the inspection, you will have a much clearer understanding
of the property you are about to purchase.
If
you are already a home owner, a home inspection may be used to identify
problems in the making and to learn preventive measures which might
avoid costly future repairs. If you are planning to sell your home,
you may wish to have an inspection prior to placing your home on the
market. This will give you a better understanding of conditions which
may be discovered by the buyer's inspector, and an opportunity to make
repairs that will put the house in better selling condition.