St. Marys County Home Inspection

Buying a home is a big investment. A home inspection helps to keep you informed about the state of your big investment

A home inspector will look at the state of the home and let you know about structure, HVAC, and electrical issues that may be present. Some home inspection companies, like Homes Inspections by Cynthia, offer additional services that check for wood destroying insects (termites), test the quality of the well, check for septic issues, and test for the presence of radon. Any of the items they check may reveal issues that can be quite pricy to repair, and so it is a good idea to know what kind of situation you are getting into.

Although most Americans agree that a home inspection is essential prior to purchasing a home, an increasing number of people are forgoing the process in the hopes of having a contract accepted. Often times, this resulted in catastrophic circumstances and lost capital on surprise repairs.

Here are some tips on what to expect and know about purchasing a house with a home inspection in St. Mary’s County.

Home Inspection Basics

Home inspectors are unbiased professionals who conduct a visual examination of everything readily accessible and visible in a home. The price of home inspections is generally dependent on the size of the property and take a few hours for the inspector to complete.External concerns the inspector will look at can include, among other things, the foundation, siding, roof, foliage, outside HVAC units, and water flow. Looking at these things can help identify issues like possible moisture intrusion and structural damage.

Once inside, the inspector checks the functionality of electrical(outlets, electrical panel, fixtures), plumbing (drains, supplies, flow), heat/air, and internal structures (attic/crawl spaces.)

Some of the more expensive appliances are also looked at, such as range, dishwasher, and washing machine.

Inspection Reports

The findings of the home inspection company will be compiled into a report. They will include pictures and a description of any issues, along with a suggestion of what may need to be done. It may suggest to keep an eye on something that is not yet an issue, or let you know that a certified professional in the field of the particular issue should take a deeper look at it.

Some issues could be minor, such as missing cover plates on outlets. Others may be major issues, like a foundation crack, may require thousands of dollars to repair.

Scheduling a St. Mary’s County Home Inspection

When scheduling your home inspection, you should let the inspector know if the power is on, if the water is on, if the house is occupied and, of course, the property address.

Find a Home Inspection Company

Now that you have an idea of why this process is so important, you can find a home inspection company that you can trust. You will have the peace of mind that you are getting what you pay for in the property and that your new home is safe to live in.

Home Inspections by Cynthia is a licensed and certified company operating in Saint Mary’s County with decades of home inspection experience. They also provide niche inspection services, including termite, well water assessments and radon.  Reach out to us today to line up your home inspection.