Great tips for Buyers to think about before a home inspection.

Here are some solid tips for a homebuyer to keep in mind before a home inspection:

🔍 Do Your Homework First

• Research the Inspector: Choose a certified and well-reviewed home inspector (ideally ASHI or InterNACHI certified).

• Read the Seller’s Disclosure: This might highlight known issues you can ask the inspector to pay closer attention to.

📋 Prepare a Checklist

• List Your Concerns: Note anything you observed during your walkthrough—cracks, dampness, weird smells, etc.

• Focus on Major Systems: Ask the inspector to pay extra attention to the roof, foundation, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing.

📸 Document the Current State

• Take Photos or Videos: If allowed, take pictures before the inspection so you can compare before and after or refer back if repairs are made.

🧠 Know What’s Not Covered

• Inspectors typically don’t:

  • Open walls

  • Test for mold (unless requested)

  • Check for pests unless licensed to do so

  • Inspect pools, septic systems, or wells unless specified

Consider hiring specialists for those areas if relevant.

🏠 Attend the Inspection

• Be present if you can—it’s a valuable learning experience.

• Ask questions on the spot. Inspectors can explain things better in person than in a report.

💬 Ask About the Report Format

• Find out when and how you’ll receive the report and what level of detail to expect (photos, summaries, estimated costs, etc.).