Exterior walls, exterior home, windows, drainage areas and garage doors etc. are some of the areas of concern for the inspector. If necessary some additional inspections could be done where the foundation, fireplace, Duct work and chimney are some of the areas. Gutters, air conditioning, the attic, water heaters, the roofs are also investigated. After inspection of plumbing the inspector will look for signs of aging, breaking and problems with the drains, faucets, toilets, faucets and sinks. Circuit breakers, electrical panels as well as all appliances are checked.
A physical inspection of the homes for sale near 90004 is always recommended. A sewer inspection is also need to be completed if it is a single house rather than a condo. During a sewer inspection, a camera running through the pipe, the inspector extends it from the house to the street, where maintenance is taken over by the city. Looking through the eyes of the camera, one can find out if there are any roots which may be penetrating the pipe and more crucially, if there are any cracks in the pipe. A good flush will serve enough to the problem due to extend of weed or roots into the pipe. Still, break of the pipe would cost $10,000 to $20,000 that depends upon the labor involved.
Inspections of wells, roofs, chimneys or foundation are other inspections that may become necessary. On a hillside house, you will be required a geological inspector and possibly a surveyor.
It is strongly recommended not to use any relative or someone who are in yellow pages. You should go for a reputable inspector that has been used by your agent. You should have three references along with their inspection reports copies. Examine the format, summary of conditions and depth of examination by yourself so that it is clear and easy to understand.
There are some situations where buyers demand for repairs or credits back at escrow from the sellers. Health or safety issues are such cases. Whether there are leaks or molds present? Whether the stove is in working condition? All of those issues should be considered for repair if necessary. And a repair request is sent by the buyers’ agent to the listing agent. Of course there will be supporting documents from the inspections and quotes for labor and materials from a qualified contractor.
Go through a report that has recently been completed and write down the possible questions while appraising it. It should bring you the success.
