| Buying a home is one of the most important purchases you will make in your lifetime, so you should be sure that the home you want to buy is in good condition. A home inspection is an evaluation of a home’s condition by a trained, licensed expert. I very strongly recommend that any potential purchaser purchase a home inspection. They are not that expensive (many times under $400) relative to the cost not only of the purchase, but can save the buyer a huge amount of time and money in correcting code violations, plumbing problems, etc.
We have been very pleased with the father and daughter team of Joe & Amy O'Donnell of American Inspection. With more than 34 years experience, Joe and Amy are both graduates of Inspection Training Associates and are required to maintain continuing education credits each year. They are thoroughly familiar with both the theoretical and practical aspects of building construction analysis. Additionally, Tom and Amy are members of The California Real Estate Inspection Association (CREIA), a voluntary, nonprofit public-benefit organization of real estate inspectors.
What the will inspector do?
- Evaluate the physical condition: the structure, construction and mechanical systems.
- Identify items that should be repaired or replaced.
- Estimate the remaining useful life of the major systems (such as electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning), equipment, structure and finishes.
What is not the responsiblity of the inspector?
- Render an opinion on value. That is the job of the appraiser.
- Provide an opinion as to whether or not the buyer should proceed with the purchase.
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