inspections

Your Guide to Understanding the Home Inspection Scheduling a home inspection is a critical step during the home buying process, but few potential home buyers take into account the importance of reading and understanding the home inspection report. The average cost for a home inspection around the Seattle area is over $500, and the inspection itself can range from 2 to 4 hours. The report (which can be anywhere from 15 to 70 pages ) is usually delivered within 24-48 hours of the actual inspection, and it provides an objective, unbiased assessment of the home’s conditions. Once you have the report, you’re armed with information that can help you and your realtor negotiate the home’s final price. Your home inspector will also be available to answer any questions that you may have about the report. Here’s what you can expect to see in your home inspection report:  General info about property and inspection conditions This first section of the report lists the property’s address, date and time of inspection and the weather conditions on the day of the inspection. This section also mentions the property’s category (single family home, condominium or townhome, etc.) and what areas couldn’t be accessed during […]