Norman Mortgage News

Why an Inspection?

September 2nd, 2021 12:52 PM by Don Spears

Why you should get an Inspection

Whether you are buying or selling a home, you should have a professional home inspection performed.

A home inspection will look at the systems that make up the building such as:


  • Structural elements, foundation, framing etc
  • Plumbing systems
  • Roofing
  • Electrical systems
  • Cosmetic condition, paint, siding etc

If you are buying a home, it is essential that you know exactly what you are buying. An inspection from a professional home inspector will reveal any issues with the home so that you can address them before closing off on the deal. When you make your final offer, be sure that you require an inspection. An inspection contingency should be in the contract. Hire your own inspector, and pay close attention to their report. If you are not comfortable with what they find, then you should cancel the deal.

If you are selling your home, you need to know about such potential hidden problems before putting your house on the market. Nearly all contracts are contingent on a satisfactory inspection being completed, and most buyers will insist that the inspection is done by a professional that they hired. If the buyers inspectors find a problem, the buyer may get cold feet and back out of the deal. It is in your best interest to get ahead of the problems, and deal with them before the buyer can find them. If you don't, you can count on the buyer's inspector finding them, and at the worst possible time.

Posted by Don Spears on September 2nd, 2021 12:52 PM


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