Home Inspection
What happens during a home inspection?
A professional inspector (an architect, building contractor or engineer) is paid by a prospective buyer to thoroughly examine the property and identify any defects or unseen problems that could mean costly repairs or other serious problems for the new homeowner. A home inspection should take place as soon as the buyer's offer has accepted. Plan to accompany your inspector so you can learn about your new home firsthand.
Should I get a home inspection before buying?
In a word, Yes! Buying a new or resale home without having a thorough professional inspection can be costly. The property may have major problems or defects that are not visible to you; even the person selling the property may not be aware of a problem. You don't want to spend your days as a new property owner fixing (and paying for) a problem you didn't find. A home inspection can identify problems before you purchase so they can either be corrected by the seller, or reflected in the purchase price.
Do I need an inspection for a home that was just built?
We agree with the experts that it is a good idea to have a home inspection before buying any property, whether it's 20 years old, or newly constructed. An inspection of new construction can uncover such defects as incorrect elevations, missing insulation, incorrect materials used, errors in drywall installation, defective tile installation and even problems with the installation of the appliances. If you are purchasing a brand new Scottsdale home, condo or townhome, the builder will be able to supply your inspector with all necessary documents such as inspection reports on the property, architectural plans, surveys and other relevant construction information.
Where can I locate someone to conduct my home inspection?
You want to hire someone who is in the business, either a professional home inspector, an engineer, architect or a contractor. We can give you names of Home Inspectors whose work we are familiar with. The inspector you hire should be a member of an inspection association such as The American Society of Home Inspectors. ASHI members follow the association's inspection guidelines and adhere to a code of ethics. Also look for an inspector who carries E&O (Errors and Omissions) insurance that covers defects that may be missed. The rates for a Scottsdale home inspection can vary widely; be sure to get a solid quote and an exact itemization of what the inspection covers.
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