Most buyers will do a home inspection after they buy a home. What are some of the pitfalls a home seller could run into when selling their hom
Top Five Home Inspection Pitfalls
33 Physical Problems that come under scrutiny, with the inventory low, most buyers are stating they will not ask for cosmetic issues and focus on major systems, health and safety.
Colorado does NOT require a license to be an inspector.
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In most cases the lenders and appraisers do not require much of these items
They focus on whether the home meets the lending guidelines:
Safety trip hazards, window well covers, broken windows, etc.
Today We will cover the top 7 System categories:
1. Mechanical Systems:
HVAC – clean and service furnace
Water Heater – check permit history, building code has changed
Electrical – GFCI issues
2. Plumbing:
There are often hidden things you may not see, it would not hurt to get your home pre-inspected.
3. Appliances:
These should be functional
Refrigerator, washer and dryer are considered personal property
4. Sewer / Septic:
If home does not have a sewer clean out…
Had inspectors pull toilets and not replace seals
Run sewer scopes through in appropriate lines
We are talking about Home Inspection Pitfalls and top 7 systems that come under scrutiny, what else typically gets call out on inspections?
5. Decking / Broken Flatwork:
These could be a safety issue
Wood takes a beating in this climate
Much of these can be repaired.
Lately buyers are asking for broken concrete to be repaired. Not required by lender unless it is a trip hazard.
Contractors say concrete will crack
6. Roofing:
Hail in our climate these are very, painfully common.
Before you go up for sale talk to your insurance company about the deductible for roof replacement if you think that will be an issue.
7. Windows:
Broken seals are cosmetic, functionality is a different issue.
