\t\t\t\tBarrie Home Inspector\u2019s Top Ten<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. “Everyone\u2019s Idea of a Home Inspection is Different.”<\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n You’ve found your perfect dream house. But after watching horror shows on unsuspecting buyers who have bought a \u201cmoney pit\u201d, you want a home inspector to take a look at your potential new home before you buy. That way, you’ll be forewarned about any defects or problems, so you will not have any un-expected surprises. A home inspector’s job is to conduct a visual examination of the physical condition of the house and the major systems within it. The key word here is “visual.” That means home inspectors don’t have to remove carpets to make sure the floors aren’t warped, for example, or drill into walls to check for insulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2.<\/strong> “I’m not going up on your roof.” 3. “Training? What training?”<\/strong> 4. “Who is More Important, you or Your Real Estate Agent.”<\/strong> 5. “What are you Willing to Pay for a Home Inspection”<\/b> 6. \u201cShould Your Hire Experts\u201d<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n Septic and well inspections should be left to the experts. Septic systems are totally underground and most professional home inspectors will advise you to have an expert inspect the system. The Barrie Home Inspector recommends you use a trained installer to pump your tank and then provide a written analysis of the system. Trained well testers will inspect the well and perform flow tests measuring the flow and recovery rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 7. \u201cThe Home Inspection Report\u201d<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n Professional home inspection reports are typically computerized and will include up to 100 pictures of an average size home. Pictures will include all deficiencies and there will be a narrative defining defect and recommended course of action. The Barrie Home Inspector will go over every picture at the time of inspection and will provide explanations and recommendations before leaving the property. This is a valuable service as it is far better to actually be looking at a furnace or sump pump that has some issues than reading a report at home and possibly not fully understanding the full scope of the issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 8. \u201cThermal Imaging Scans\u201d<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Barrie Home Inspector provides Free Thermal Imaging Scans of your home during the Home Inspection process. Thermal imaging is a valuable tool for finding hidden moisture, missing insulation or overheating electrical equipment. When the Delta T factor is over 18 thermal imaging can even find areas where insulation is not evenly distributed in walls and attics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 9. \u201cHome Inspection Guarantee\u201d<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n Ask your home inspector what his guarantee is. Many professional home inspectors will offer a 100% Money Back Guarantee if the client is not completely satisfied. The Guarantee is sometimes only offered by experienced inspectors who have no problem standing behind their service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 10. \u201cCaveat Emptor\u201d <\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n Caveat Emptor stands for Buyer Beware and is a centuries old expression. It is as true today as it was in the old days. Whenever money is changing hands it is up to the consumer to do his or hers homework and protect their interests. An educated consumer is a smart consumer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Barrie Home Inspector\u2019s Top Ten 1. “Everyone\u2019s Idea of a Home Inspection is Different.” You’ve found your perfect dream house. But after watching horror shows on unsuspecting buyers who have bought a \u201cmoney pit\u201d, you want a home inspector to take a look at your potential new home before you buy. That way, you’ll be […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[21],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6218","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-home-inspection"],"yoast_head":"\n
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\nSome inspectors never climb any roof. The American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI), a professional organization with around 5,000 members whose guidelines have been adopted as the industry standard, says its member inspectors must “observe” the roof, but it doesn’t say they actually have to go up there. Some inspectors will use their ladder if the roof is slippery or unsafe or even use binoculars to check for any defects.<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nAs a rule, who do you think requires more regulated licensing requirements, hair stylists or home inspectors? While many home inspectors have years of experience that make them experts at what they do, the only credential some can boast is an impressive looking website. In fact, only British Columbia and Alberta have regulations regulating home inspectors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nSince many prospective homebuyers are new in town, they naturally turn to their real-estate agent to recommend a home inspector. Not a good idea, says many experienced home inspectors. Home inspectors often rely on real-estate agents for referrals, so it’s not hard to figure out where their allegiance lies. “As a result, they may provide a \u201csanitized version of a report\u201d know in some circles as sugarcoating the inspection”. It is up to the buyer to arrange for a competent professional to inspect the property they are going to purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nThe standard home inspection, which starts around $300 to $400, may seem to cover all the basics \u2014 but watch out: Even ASHI-approved inspectors aren’t required to look for problems with kitchen appliances, fire and lawn sprinkler systems, septic systems, lead paint, radon gas, smoke detectors, (noncentral) air conditioners, pests, and geological and soil conditions. These “extras” nearly always add to your bill. On the other hand don\u2019t expect to buy a duplex and pay the same price as a single residential home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n