AmeriSpec - Home Inspection Service

Prepare a list of questions or concerns about the property and provide them to the inspection company in advance. This will ensure that such matters are addressed and that any special arrangements can be made if necessary.

Real estate agents should instruct sellers to ensure all areas are accessible to the inspector. For example, if the attic access is in a closet, all clothes and belongings should be removed from that closet.

If you are a homebuyer, it is especially important to be present during the inspection. By accompanying the inspector, you will have the opportunity to:

• See the condition of each key component throughout the house and property firsthand, giving you a better understanding of the home and of the resulting inspection report.
• Ease any concerns about findings which may seem distressing on paper but are in fact superficial. For example, the inspector might explain that inexpensive lubricant can quiet an alarming appliance noise, that an unsightly column needs only a coat of paint, or that the problem causing a water spot has previously been corrected.
• Save time and avoid frustration by learning about the operation of your new home. You may find out how the heating system works, how to light pilot lights, how to turn on various appliances and components, and where shut-offs are. The inspector can also point out maintenance needs and procedures, and explain how and when to check items that need periodic monitoring.
• Have all of your questions and concerns addressed immediately as they arise.

Read your inspection report thoroughly. If you have concerns or need clarification -- no matter how minor the issue -- please do not hesitate to call your inspector. Our AmeriSpec Inspectors are always willing to help put your mind at ease.

Whether or not you choose AmeriSpec Home Inspection Service to perform your inspection, please be sure to use a qualified, trained professional to inspect your home. A home purchase is an investment of a lifetime and you deserve confidence in your financial decision.

Buying a home is a huge investment, and you can never know too much about the property you intend to purchase. That’s where an AmeriSpec^® home inspection can help!

Whether you're shopping for a previously-owned home or new construction, it’s important to know its true condition before making an offer. A comprehensive inspection by a certified AmeriSpec professional can help you spot your dream home – or a substandard property. AmeriSpec inspectors examine over 400 items both in and outside a home. Our detailed inspection findings are then presented in the AmeriSpec Report.

Please keep in mind that the goal of a home inspection is not just to inspect the property, but also to educate the potential buyer about the property’s condition. This is better achieved if you are present at the time of the inspection.

During the course of the inspection, the inspector will explain the condition of the property. You will also be provided with the AmeriSpec Report to help you make an informed purchasing decision.

With an AmeriSpec home inspection, you’ll understand why AmeriSpec helps offer peace of mind to more buyers than anyone else in the industry.

Learn more about what to expect with an AmeriSpec home inspection.

Buying a home is one of the biggest investments a person will ever make. As a seller, you can help to provide prospective homebuyers with peace of mind by having your listing professionally inspected by AmeriSpec^®. A complete home inspection also allows you to plan ahead for any repairs or alterations that may affect the selling price. Your buyer will feel more confident about purchasing your home, and you’ll both avoid pre-closing issues.

The AmeriSpec Report is a comprehensive, easy-to-read report detailing over 400 items examined by your AmeriSpec professional home inspector. It also contains a Seasonal Maintenance Checklist as well as a do-it-yourself Home Maintenance Manual. What a great way to confirm that your listing really is a dream home!

Before you consider a remodeling or renovation project you may want to consider what you may be getting yourself into. It’s easy to get excited and motivated after watching the various DIY shows on television since they have a knack for making things appear easier and faster than they really are – it’s called editing.

It may appear straightforward, but even the smallest bathroom remodel may involve working with deteriorated or antiquated plumbing, electrical, heating, and ventilation systems. Without specialized knowledge of and experience with these systems, you could easily damage your home, injure yourself (or someone else), and wind up with costly repairs. Even professional renovation contractors with years of experience are not able to master all of the various skills involved in every home project.

For electrical and plumbing work, AmeriSpec^® recommends hiring professionals that are familiar with these systems and can adhere to local code requirements. A licensed plumber or electrician is able to see the bigger picture, so their experience is certainly worth the cost of avoiding the otherwise inevitable headache of mismanaging your project.

Before undertaking any renovation project, you should thoroughly educate yourself (resources such as websites, books, magazines, classes and seminars can help). Knowing exactly what’s involved ahead of time will help you determine if it’s a project you feel comfortable tackling yourself -- or if you should hire a professional (you can always assist in the demolition and clean-up to help offset the costs).

For more home maintenance and renovation tips, visit www.allabouthome.com

Due to general nature of the property maintenance advice in this material, neither AmeriSpec, Inc., nor its individual franchises assumes any responsibility for any loss or damage which may be suffered by the use of this information.

Let AmeriSpec^® give you the competitive edge! By recommending a quality real estate inspection to your seller, you can help create an atmosphere of good faith about the condition of your listing with potential buyers. Since everyone involved becomes more familiar with the property’s current condition, a professional pre-listing home inspection helps to ensure fewer surprises in a real estate transaction. This, in turn, may help sell the home faster and closer to the asking price. ASAP helps to decrease the issues that can sometimes slow down or even stop a sale. Best of all, sellers may find the cost of an AmeriSpec home inspection is less than they think!

• Help set your listings apart from the competition and make them more marketable
• Lessen contract fallouts since everyone involved will be familiar with the property’s condition
• Help your properties show better since sellers have had the chance to make repairs upfront
• Be utilized as a tool to identify motivated sellers

Let AmeriSpec help you stand out from the competition. Call your local AmeriSpec inspector today to schedule an inspection!

* The AmeriSpec Sellers Assistance Program is not available in every market. Please contact your local AmeriSpec office for more details. AmeriSpec services provided by independently owned and operated franchises. Availability of services may vary depending on location.