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Flushing home inspectors are trained to inspect your home to
inform you about conditions you may not be able to see on the surface. A home
inspector is normally trained to inspect certain areas a home owner may not be
able to get to easily, such as underneath floorboards, roof shingles, and pipes
and air ducts in the home.
It’s very important that you hire a home inspector if you’re
selling your home so that individuals looking to buy your home can know exactly
what condition your home is in. Hiring a home inspector before you sell your
home will also allow you to see exactly what needs to be fixed, so you can
arrange to make the necessary repairs before you put your home on the market.
It is recommended that you follow the inspector through your
home during the inspection, so you will be aware of any procedures performed
and damage discovered. At the end of the inspection, you should receive a
detailed description of exactly what was done to your home. Here are some
general procedures you should definitely have a home inspector perform during
your appointment:
STRUCTURE CHECKS
Flushing home inspectors check the structure of your home to
make sure that the home’s foundation is sturdy and that materials used in the
building of the home are not corroded or weak. Floors, framing, roofing and
walls are all checked during this part of the home inspection.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Your electrical system will be checked for safety. Any
wires, outlets (and potentially outdoor fixtures like lanterns), and adapters in your home will be evaluated for loose wires and
shortages. A home inspector will also be able to assess how much longer you can
utilize your current electrical system before having to make any repairs. If
necessary, a home inspector may also recommend an electrical upgrade.
AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATING SYSTEMS
Your heating and air conditioning system should also be
checked to make sure it can be set to comfortable levels and isn’t
malfunctioning. A home inspector may recommend minor repairs and adjustments
within a budget, depending on how old your system is.
PLUMBING
Home inspectors will look at all the pipes in your home to
check for breaks or leakage. The inspector may also check pipes for sanitation
and to make sure there is no possibility of overflow or vulnerability to
freezing. Your water heating system and laundry equipment will be looked at as
well, and a home inspector will make sure the water pressure in your bathrooms
and kitchen are at normal levels.
At the end of the home inspection, you should receive a
detailed description of all the services performed in your home that day, all
recommendations for repairs and an overall summary of the condition of your
home.
Be sure to show this information to your real estate agent if you are
selling your home, as this will affect the price at which you should sell your
home. If you’re looking at homes to buy, make sure that each home you choose to
look at has had a home inspection. You can find Flushing home inspectors
online, from local phone book listings or through your real estate agent.