|
Voted By Trusted Pros - The Best In Calgary 2015/16/17
& 2018!
Frequently Asked Questions
When deciding
to have a home inspection on your property, there are always
going to be the inevitable questions which will leave you
wondering as to what the answers will be. In order to try answer
some of your questions, we have taken some of the most common
ones and answered them accordingly.
If you do have a specific question and its not listed here,
please feel free to
contact me and I'll do my best to
address any concerns that you may have.
The first question that 99% of clients tend to ask first, is:
"How much will a Home Inspection cost?"
This will be dependent on
several factors: distance, square footage & 'developed' space.
In order to obtain a total 'fixed' inclusive cost, either email,
text or call with the MLS number or full address of the
property.
"Do I need to
be present during the Inspection?"
No. You do not need to be present during the inspection.
However, if your schedule allows - I would highly recommend that
you are present, as it is a valuable learning curve and lots of
clients feel they have benefited from being present during the
Home Inspection. The benefits are endless, as you can ask as
many questions as you feel necessary, I can also explain current
or future maintenance requirements which will you give you a
better understanding when consulting your completed Home
Inspection Report.
"What will you Inspect?"
The Inspection will consist of a visual observation and adhering
to Internachi's Standards Of Practice, which can be found by
clicking here:
Internachi's SOP
"What does a
Home Inspection include?"
Home Inspection reports cover all the major systems and structural elements of the house.
This includes the condition of the property - including, heating and air conditioning systems,
electrical & plumbing systems, attic, roof, visible insulation, walls, foundation, doors, windows
together with all structures that are visible.
" What
is a Home Inspection report?"
A Home Inspection, is a professional and visual examination of
the accessible systems and physical structural elements of a
property. The idea of a home inspection, is to identify existing
or potential future problems - that could/would affect a
prospective purchasers decision.
"Do I really need a Home Inspection?"
For most people, to purchase a home is probably the largest and
most single investment they will ever make. Based on this, it
makes sense to try and establish as much as you can about your
proposed purchase before you decide to buy - remember, a small
investment now in order to protect your largest investment!
"Home Inspection - is it really a wise investment?"
If you were to consider the average person's next largest
purchase - a car, it would be fair to say that 95% of people
would obtain a Carfax or Carproof report when purchasing a
second hand car.
The idea of this, is to obtain as much about the cars history
prior to purchase, and at an average price - of say $10,000.00
that is 1/40th of the cost of an average home price - remember -
your 'largest investment' yet many people question whether a
home inspection is necessary.
By giving the example of the car purchase, and making a
relatively small investment in a Home Inspection Report, you
have the assurance that any unwanted surprises and issues, once
having purchased your new home have been brought to your
attention with regards to your 'largest investment'.
"Do I need a Pre-Listing Inspection?"
If you are selling your home, a Pre-listing inspection will
highlight any potential problems that might be discovered later
by the buyers inspector. Once the issues are brought to your
attention, this will then give you the opportunity to address
them prior to listing your home - which in turn will make a
swift & smoother sale for all concerned..
"Why use a Thermal Imaging camera during a Home Inspection?"
By using a Thermal Imaging Camera, this can highlight many
hidden issues within a home that would not be visible to the
naked eye.
A Thermal Camera can be used to detect hidden water leaks,
problems in coils in under-floor heating systems,
missing insulation, energy loss in various areas of the home,
and much more.
A Sherlock Homes Inspectors report, will enable you to make an
educated decision about the condition, pre-listing or purchase
of your home and its integral systems..
" How
long will the Home Inspection take?"
This will depend on the age, size and condition of the property in question. Our
inspection is anything from 2 to 3 hours for up to - and
including a 2,000 Sq ft home. Obviously a larger home, or a home
which has been subjected to lack of maintenance over a vast
period of time, will take longer to inspect. Either way, there
is no set time limit, our home inspections take as long as they
take.
But the cost to our client remains the same!
95% of home
inspections in Calgary are around 1 to 2 hours, always ask how
long your inspection will take, if it's 1 to 2 hours - you would
be well advised to stay clear as these type of inspections are a
complete waste of time, money & are pointless!.
"When will I receive my Home Inspection report?"
Your inspection report will available for your perusal normally within 24
hours of the inspection.
This will be sent via email in PDF format. The Sherlock Homes Inspectors Report will
contain high resolution colour photographs together with any
deficiencies discovered within the property..
" Will you carry out any remedial repairs discovered during
the Home Inspection?"
Unfortunately, no. The InterNACHI code of ethics that we are
governed by does not allow its members to carry out repairs to a
property that we have inspected, within a 12 month period of
discovery, relating to deficiencies listed within the report.
This code of ethic assures the client, and reduces the risk of
any conflict of interest by the inspector. The purpose is to
provide an unbiased & visual report on the current condition of
the home at the time of the inspection..
"Would a newly constructed home require a Home Inspection?"
Yes, a home inspection of a new home is just as important as a
home that is several years old. In fact, this is probably the
best time to have an inspection, so any deficiencies, shortcuts
or potential issues can be brought to the attention of the
builder/construction company whilst the walls are open - which
can then be addressed whilst still at the construction stage -
and more importantly - before you have parted with your money.
Experience has shown, that it's far easier to get a builder or
construction company, to co-operate & address issues and
deficiencies before payment, than it is when they've been paid.
Should you have any additional questions, or need discuss your
individual requirements do not hesitate to contact us.
Kind regards
Gary Rose - CMI CGLI
|
