Home inspections generally take 2-3 hours. The duration of the inspection depends on many factors, such as: square footage of the house, the age and condition of the house, the number of systems to inspect (HVAC, plumbing, drains etc.), and the ability to access certain portions of the dwelling (roof, crawl space, attic, etc.). Weather may also be a factor for the exterior portions of the home. It is important that the buyer and the current homeowner set aside sufficient time to allow a thorough inspection. 

Home inspections reveal potential and current problems about a home/condo before you decide to proceed with a real estate transaction. The inspection will help you determine if all the major components of the home are functioning properly and at their full capacity, if there are any significant defects or damages to the home, and if there are any imminent or future repairs recommended. A detailed digital report will be generated by the Inspector, complete with pictures and links to relevant information.  

It is very likely that at least a few problems will be revealed during the home inspection process. No home is perfect. When issues are found they are often minor. Regardless of the severity, the seller of the property is not obligated to fix any of these problems at their expense. The buyer may want to negotiate repairs into the contract, offer a lower price on the house based on estimated repair costs, or terminate the real estate transaction completely.

If you have decided to book a Home Inspection, you have likely already walked through the home either in person or virtually. This generally leads to questions. The home inspection is a great time to ask of these questions and get answers. Come prepared with your questions instead or better yet, let your inspector know your questions ahead of time, so they are prepared to look for the answers while performing the inspection. Feel free to ask questions that occur to you during the inspection. Do not be afraid to ask for clarification if you do not understand something during your home inspection.  

Here are some questions that I am often asked:

• How old is the furnace?
• What is the process of the home inspection?
• Do you inspect major appliances?
• Is this electrical system/wiring safe?
• How many years are left in the life of the shingles?

There are as many potential questions as homes, so this is not an exhaustive list. Put your thinking cap on and ask away. If the Inspector does not know the answer to your questions immediately, they will make their best effort to find the answer and provide it with your report within 24 hours.

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Wett Inspections and Insurance company – Most companies Require a WETT Certified Inspection. WETT inspections and Insurance companies go hand in hand. Most insurance companies today require that you obtain an inspection of your wood burning appliance by a WETT (Wood Energy Technology Transfer) Certified Inspector.

Not only is it a good idea to get a WETT inspection when you purchase a home with a wood burning fireplace, but you should also consider getting any wood burning appliance inspected every five years and getting a chimney sweep every two years (depending on how much you use the appliance) as there are many factors to consider such as creosote buildup as well as damper and flue maintenance.