Home Inspection Info for the Seller

Today, more and more home sellers are opting to have an inspection of their home performed before they ever even list their home. There is definitely good reason for this. Such a move provides the seller with numerous benefits, such as knowing ahead of time and being able to take action regarding any potential problems that may be found in the home inspection. In some cases, a pre-listing home inspection can also act as a sort of negotiating tool for the sellers when offers do begin to roll in on the house.

It is always important to remember the home inspection will cover all the major systems of the home including electrical and plumbing as well as the roofing, foundation, framing and cosmetic condition of the home. Generally, there isn’t much you can do to change the outcome of the inspection. If there is a major problem present an experienced inspector is going to pick up on it and you usually won’t be able to hide it with a quick spackling or paint job.

There are some things you can do to make the inspection go a little more smoothly; however.

The day before the inspection is to take place, try to do everything you can to make the home easily accessible, especially crawl spaces, etc. If you have any types of material stored in areas that would make it more difficult to access such areas, go ahead and move them to another area.

Be sure to check the access panel that leads to the crawl space in the attic and make sure it is easily accessible.

Be aware that you know your home far better than the inspector, unless they’ve inspected it previously for some reason. You can make the job go much faster and easier if you can quickly supply the inspector with relevant information such as any construction drawings; provided they are available.

If you have pets, remember that not everyone will find them as cute and cuddly as you. The day of the inspection take efforts to keep them away from the house while the inspector is present.

Finally, be aware that if the inspection is not a pre-listing inspection and it is being performed at the request of and paid for by the buyer, you should leave the house while the home is being inspected. The buyer will usually want to be present and discuss possible problems with the inspector and it is a matter of common courtesy for you to give them that opportunity in private. In addition, be aware that if the inspection is being paid for by the buyer and is not being performed at your request, you generally won’t have access to the inspection unless the buyer gives their permission. If there are major problems; however, you can rest assured you’ll hear about it soon enough.

 
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