All Home Inspection Companies Are Not
Created Equal
The checklist
below will show you, the prospective homebuyer or seller, what questions to ask when shopping for a home inspection company (Our Answers).
1. Is your company state licensed and fully insured (Errors
and Omissions (E&O) and General Liability insurance) (Yes)
All home inspectors must be state licensed as of July 1, 2010, Being fully
insured protects the client as well as the inspector.
2.
How is the inspection reports delivered? (E-Mailed Next Day)
Inspection reports should be available immediately so that you can fully understand
the condition of the home before the expiration of the contingency period of the buyers contract.
3. Does the report have a summary of defects and repair costs?
(Yes)
The report should provide a summary
of defects and repair costs. This allows you to easily see what functional concerns exist with the property and approximately
what there going to cost.
4. Does the report include
digital pictures of defects? (Yes)
Digital pictures can help you better understand some defects.
5.
Does the inspector belong to industry organizations? (Yes, ASHI)
Industry organizations promote professionalism. It is highly recommended
that you choose an inspector who holds a membership in an organization such as ASHI.
6. Is inspections fee too high? (Competitive)
Price should not be the primary factor in determining which home inspection company
to use. The $25 or $50 to hire the "right" inspection company is minimal compared to the thousands it could cost
you by hiring the "wrong" inspection company.
7.
Does the company have a reputation for top quality and service? (Yes)
Michael Page Property Inspections is the right choice.
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