Purchasing a residential home or commercial property is a very large investment. And, knowing the condition of the property prior to closing can offer worthwhile insight into whether the purchase is a good decision.
A home inspection or property inspection not only highlights the negatives, but it will also bring to light the positives and any likely maintenance that may be required in the future. After a thorough inspection, you will gain a stronger understanding of the property and be better prepared to renegotiate the sale or confident enough to move forward with the purchase.
If you are already a property owner, a home inspection can be used to determine problem areas and to learn what preventive measures can be employed to prevent costly future repairs.
If you are planning to sell your home, you may wish to have a home inspection prior to going to market. The inspection will expose areas of concern that may be detected by the buyer’s inspector. You may then determine whether to make the repairs beforehand or to disclose the problem areas to a potential buyer giving you an upper hand when negotiating and ensuring a smooth sale.
