After performing over 8,000 home inspections one thing sticks out clearly about buying homes, \u00a0and that is no two homes are alike. \u00a0Different builders, quality of building materials, age of house and renovations can make all the difference in the quality of your home.<\/p>\n
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<\/p> Is that house really a bargain? \u00a0Beautiful basement, but what is really behind those walls and above that ceiling? \u00a0These are some of the items that an experienced home inspector can tell you. The basement of a home tells the true story about maintenance, building permits and possible illegal wiring or plumbing.<\/p>\n When buying a new home<\/span>\u00a0you only have to watch out for defective products and poor workmanship, \u00a0all done by tradesmen who are sub-contractors of the builder.<\/p>\n When buying an older home<\/span>\u00a0you have to worry about shoddy and unsafe workmanship, especially if any renovations have been done.<\/p>\n Any plumbing, electrical or structural deficiencies immediately raise a Red Flag which indicates that work has been done without obtaining the required Building Permit. \u00a0 Even if the work looks well done you will be on the hook for any future issues that may arise.<\/p>\n Some home owners like to work with metal studs when framing a basement but they don\u2019t want to pay for the proper electrical fittings required when you use metal studs. \u00a0This could affect the safety of you and your family if the entire metal wall structure becomes energized.<\/p>\n Another common electrical deficiency is electrical outlets with \u201cReversed Polarity\u201d. \u00a0This can also affect the safety of your family if small or handheld electrical appliances\u00a0are plugged into faulty outlet.<\/p>\n Do it yourself roofers are another hazard home buyers want to be aware of. \u00a0I recently inspected a waterfront property during a period of heavy rain. \u00a0The inspection lasted as long as it took to open the front door. \u00a0The water was pouring through the wood ceiling and leaking down through the floor. \u00a0 The buyer locked the door and we left. \u00a0The owners home insurance would probably not cover the water damage due to a Do It Yourself roofing project.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n \n When I walk into a home which has just been \u201cFreshened Up\u201d for sale, the first thing I look at is the installation of the laminate flooring. \u00a0I look at door corners and entrances to see how the laminate was installed. \u00a0Then the paint tells a story, how was it put on and does it cover the previous colour. \u00a0Kitchen counter tops are sometimes refinished with an \u201cout of the box\u201d product, cupboard doors are usually repainted etc. \u00a0This are typically rental properties that are put on the market and a quick sprucing up is applied to give better appeal. \u00a0Lipstick on a Pig<\/strong><\/a> is my view of these homes. \u00a0Everything is cosmetic with no real upgrading or professional repairs being made.<\/p>\n When you are buying a home between 15 and 20 years old there are some items that will soon need replacement if not done already. \u00a0Typically your furnace will be at the end of its predictable service life, \u00a0the roof will need replacing and your windows could be at an age where the thermal seals will start leaking. \u00a0Most home sellers will do the upgrades prior to selling to add value to their property, but if not you should be aware of future expenses that you may be incurring.<\/p>\n The Alliston Home Inspector is a Certified Building Code Official<\/a> with the Ontario Building Officials Association, \u00a0a Certified Master Inspector, \u00a0was a Registered Builder with HUDAC and has over 20 years of actual home inspection experience.<\/p>\n View of hidden moisture detected with Thermal Imaging Camera.\u00a0 Without the use of an Infrared Camera this moisture would have gone undetected.\u00a0 Free Thermal Imaging with every home inspection<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n Infrared technology can help find missing insulation and moisture intrusion. \u00a0Older homes tend to have many areas where insulation was not installed or has shifted over time and is now allowing cold air to enter your home.<\/p>\n Every Home Inspection comes with a 100% Money Back Guarantee \u2013 Good for 30 days after you move into your new home.<\/p>\n Call the\u00a0Alliston Home Inspector\u00a0<\/a>at 705-795-8255 or Toll Free at 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