When buying a home, especially one that you would want to move in the moment the deal is closed, it is vital that the condition of the property be determined. This is why one of the most important steps in buying a home is having the property inspected. The good thing is that there are plenty of good home inspectors out there that can help you find that ideal property.
Home inspections can be tough on your budget especially if you are working with a limited one. So while it is very recommended that you hire a professional home inspector with all the right credentials and the experience, you can take on the job of inspecting a home if you are really desperate. Below are some tips that would help you with your home inspection.
1. Inspect the house with the seller present and take pictures you can study in great detail later on. 2. Take a good look at electrical connections that are visible. You can use an outlet tester to test connections. Make note of anything suspicious with the wiring and consult someone who knows about it. 3. Hidden electrical works should be examined carefully. If you notice a connection that looks like it is going nowhere, ask the owner for clarification. 4. Kitchen and bathroom should have GFI protection. 5. If the property has a basement, check the floor for water stains which is a clear indication of leaks or flooding. 6. Check the roof for cracked shingles and bare spots. Check also how many layers of shingles are there. If it has more than two, the next time it would need replacement and not just simple repair. 7. If it is cold outside, check around windows and doors for drafts. 8. If it is warm outside, feel around windows and doors on the outside to check if the cooled air from the AC is leaking out. 9. For the basement, check for cracks or bowing. Cracks can be caused by moisture. 10. Again for the basement, have it checked for presence of radon.
Armed with these tips, you can take on the task of inspecting a property that you are very interested in buying. If you can find a home inspector that you can trust who would do the job at a reasonable price, then by all means go for it. You can then add your observations to their report. You can even ask for clarifications on some shady things with คอนโด ราคาถูก the property.
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