A Home Inspection Helps You make sure a house isn't hiding anything before you commit for the long haul. Hiring an inspector is you doing your due diligence. The home inspector will first review the seller's property disclosure statement, which lists any flaws the seller is aware of that could negatively affect the home's value, including (but not limited to):

  • Mold
  • Pest Infestation
  • Roof Leaks
  • Foundation Damage
  • Previous Flooding

During the inspection, an Inspector has 3 tasks:

  1. Identify problems with the house that he or she can see
  2. Suggests Fixes
  3. Prepare a written report, usually with photos, noting observed defects

This report is critical to you and your Realtor - it's what you'll use to request repairs from the seller.

So, how to find a reputable inspector?

In addition to getting recommendations (friends and relatives are handy for those, too), you can rely on online resources such as the American Society of Home Inspectors' (ASHI). Or you can simply ask us here at Century 21 Black Bear Realty! (706) 896-8633

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