Once you’ve been living in your new home for a year, it’s advantageous to do an assessment of the property to see if any major changes have occurred. Having a professional perform a builder warranty inspection can prevent costly repairs.

Many homeowners are jumping on the bandwagon and getting an inspection done before they have their home listed for sale. This gives the seller an advantage when potential buyers are looking at their home and can lead to a smooth contract period with less potential for buyers to terminate their contract.

Home inspectors can help you prep your home for winter. Check out these items that your inspector can assess that will make your home more efficient as well as save you time and money.

Home inspections typically include both the in person inspection of the home as well as sewer scopes and various environmental testing. Knowing the time frames in which to expect the results will help you plan accordingly for your contract deadlines.

You’ve found a home you want to buy, put in an offer and are now under contract! Congratulations!

Now what?

Now you need to have the property inspected to make sure you’re investing in a quality home. Issues that are found can either dissuade you from buying a lemon or become potential negotiation points for getting a better deal on the property.