As you may recall, a few weeks ago I talked about how a getting a home inspection benefits sellers. Today I will go over why buyers should also order an inspection once they are under contract. Joining me is Daniel Guthrie of Sea to Sea Home Inspections.
An inspection for an average-sized home in our area costs between $300 and $500.So why hire a home inspector? For the same reason you would hire a mechanic to look at your car. After they evaluate everything about your home, you can make an educated decision about whether you should proceed with the purchase. Another benefit to getting a home inspection is your home inspector can educate you about the maintenance programs you will have for different areas of your home that will prevent future problems. The cost of a home inspection depends on a variety of factors (the home’s size, age, condition, etc.), but for an average-sized home in our area, it will cost anywhere from $300 to $500.
The most common issue Daniel finds with homes during his inspections is leaking roofs. Most Florida homes were damaged by storms in 2004 and 2005, and the new roofs that were installed on those homes then are now starting to age. These leaks are not anything major, but plumbing vents, roof-to-wall connections, and other vulnerable areas are definitely starting to show moisture stains.
If you have any more questions for Daniel, you can reach him by phone at (772) 539-1925. If you are thinking about buying or selling a home or have any other real estate needs, please feel free to give me a call or shoot me an email. I would be happy to help you.
