Home Inspection tips for Sellers: Hire An Inspector

Home Inspection tips for Sellers: Hire An Inspector.

Most home buyers will conduct a home inspection during the option period (should there be one) of a purchase contract. If their home inspection uncovers some major defects, they can cancel their purchase if there is an option period. Home Inspection tips for Sellers: Hire An Inspector This can be a very stressful situation for the sellers since they have to keep re-listing their property or cover expensive property repairs. To avoid being in such a situation, sellers give their property a competitive edge by making sure the property is in good physical condition. This makes the property more desirable and attractive and also simplifies the negotiation process with the buyers. In Texas, home inspectors are required to follow a checklist as guidance for conducting a home inspection. After inspection, they write a report detailing the condition of the structural systems, the electrical systems, and the air conditioning system. Home inspectors approximate that nearly half of all homes for sale have at least one significant defect. If the problem is corrected early, it increases the appeal of the home as well as the selling price. Below are a few home inspection tips for sellers to make the process easier for them.

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  Check all major systems Home buyers are concerned by the size, style and the location of the home but apart from these, they are also concerned about the basic structure and the mechanical systems of the home. Defects in the major systems can be expensive to correct, hence buyers do not want to invest a lot of money correcting the defects. Having a professional home inspection can uncover some of these defaults and recommend repairs. The major items they will inspect according to the checklist for conducting a home inspection in Texas are; • Structural systems – foundation, roof structure and attic, walls, stairways, porches and balconies • Electrical systems – service entrance and panels, branch circuits and fixtures • Ventilation, heating and air conditioning systems • Plumbing system • Appliances Maintenance improvements Some maintenance improvements are inexpensive and easy but they substantially improve the appearance, comfort and also efficiency of the home. A professional home inspector will give you some pro Home Inspection Tips for Sellers and make some maintenance suggestions. You can have the chimneys cleaned and install the caps if there is need. Have a professional service the heating and also the air conditioning system. To ensure proper drainage, the gutters should be cleaned of leaves and debris, broken gutters and downward spouts should also be replaced. Closed basements should also be properly ventilated to prevent the buildup of moisture. Pay attention to the minor details Even though some items may seem minor in comparison to other systems, they go a long way in improving the first impression the buyers have of the home. Top inspectors will suggest repair of leaky faucets, tightening loose doorknobs, repair, and coating of the drive way and secure any loose railing. The walls and the ceilings are usually forgotten and left with patch holes and an old color. Repainting and repairing patch holes can make the home more appealing and fetch a higher price. Make some cosmetic improvements on the home A clean and neat home is always appealing to the buyer’s emotions, it even sells faster. On top of all the major repairs listed above some cosmetic improvements such as mowing the lawn, decluttering the house can go a long way in speeding up the selling process. Keep exterior walls clean and trim and repaint if it is necessary. To allow more light into the house keep the window shades and curtains open. A room full of light is always more inviting. The kitchen and the bathrooms are one of the places that concern most buyers, make sure they are clean and tidy. Prepare for the buyer’s inspection Assemble some house records in advance that might be used to answer any questions the buyer or their inspector might have. Some of the documents include; appliance receipts, the age of major components, and water and electric bills for previous years. Having the report from your home inspection expert is also a great idea. Having your home inspected by a professional is very rewarding in the end. Home Inspection tips for Sellers: Hire An Inspector. To find out more about the home inspection process you can call Adrian Garza-Delgado a real estate agent in San Antonio, Texas on 210-595-9492 or email him adrian@garzaheron.com

 

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