Home Inspections

You have decided on the house you're going to purchase and now you're thinking of getting it inspected. It could be your very first or one of many. You have heard horror stories about people buying a house, living in it for a few months, and then unexpectedly they had to spend thousands of dollars to fix something that should have been known before they bought their new place.

Well it was a dream home; it was just a nightmare dream.

Before they bought there was no interior inspection other then what they could see during a walk-though. There was no roofing check, no plumbing evaluation, no assessment of the electrical system. It does not matter whether you are buying a new house or an existing one, it can still possibly have hidden problems.

A knowledgeable professional can help you by doing a thorough home inspection and clearly explaining the current condition of the building. But you may not know anything about choosing a professional to perform this work.

In some states you do not even need a license to be a home inspector. However, in New Jersey they are required to be licensed. How do you select one who will be professional and knowledgeable?

Hopefully this article will help you when choosing an inspector. Here are a few questions that you can ask when you hire someone to do the job.

The very first question that I would ask the company that you are interviewing to inspect your new dream place is:

Are you a full time inspector and can you prove it?

You want an inspector that loves what he does and has your best interests in mind. There are part-time inspectors but full-time inspectors are dedicated to their work and care about providing you with a detailed report.

Remember this is your dream house and it's your money that you are spending. The number one rule is, don't be afraid to ask questions.

Next, ask if the inspector is the owner of the company. No one works harder for you than the owner of the company. The success of the business depends on exceeding your expectation for quality and professionalism each and every time. "Employee inspectors" simply don't provide you that level of service. Be sure to get an inspection from the owner of the company because he has a vested interest in ensuring your Total Satisfaction!

Here's one more question that you need to ask your prospective inspector. Ask if he guarantees his work. Ask if they back up their work unconditionally with a 100% money back customer satisfaction guarantee.

Many people don't know the questions to ask when selecting a home inspection company. Because of this they often choose to shop on price. You are investing a lot of money to purchase your new residence and you have worked hard to be able to afford it. Without proper review, your investment could cost you a lot in repairs later if the person you hire does not perform a thorough inspection. Be sure to hire a professional who will take the time to do a detailed check and clearly explain to you what was found.

Good luck on buying your dream house and keep this article handy when you're choosing a home inspector.