Wouldn’t it be great to know that after searching online and making a few calls, you found the best home inspector for the job? Buying a house can wreak havoc on your nerves. It’s one of the most stressful times in anyone’s life. But with a...
You only get one shot at a home inspection before the sale. At least unless you want to pay for it twice. So it pays to get it right the first time. How can you get it wrong? Stumble through one or more of these 4 missteps: #1: Hire the First Inspector You Find Most...
Are termites really a big deal? Should you walk away if the attic has asbestos? And how about the beautiful old staircase? Is there lead lurking in the paint? As a home buyer, you might have sleepless nights wondering about whether the house you’ve fallen in...
Who are those men and women who scale rooftops, shimmy through crawl spaces and brave the hottest (and coldest) attics? Where do they get their education? Are there industry standards? And most important, can you really trust their report? Home inspectors and home...
Matt Fuller, of JacksonFuller, is a nationally recognized Realtor in San Francisco. We recently asked Matt for his insight on the value of proper home inspection and how home inspectors can improve their services. Here’s what he shared: Can you tell us about...
Most home inspectors are trained, and many of them have years of experience. Many also follow a set of Standards that help keep home inspections on a predictable track. But no one is perfect, and sometimes a defect is overlooked. What happens then? If your inspector...
Buying without an inspection is a dangerous trend that’s growing in hot real estate markets. The bottom line seems to be getting the house no matter what. But what happens if the house turns out to be a lemon? Sometimes, there’s a delicate balancing act...
You’re paying for a professional home inspection, so you have every right to attend. Some buyers might worry that they’ll be in the way. And some probably feel too busy. But inspectors in North Carolina not only welcome their customers to watch and learn,...
Imagine spending $300 or more for a service and only getting half of the benefit. It sounds silly, but people do it every day. A buyer’s inspection is your responsibility, but it’s more than an email or stack of papers to stick into a file. It’s also...
To the untrained homeowner or home buyer’s eye, home defect warning signs can go overlooked. That’s especially true if you’re used to living with them or you’ve only viewed the home quickly. But a certified home inspector has the training to...
