What to Expect During a Home Inspection

12/06/2016

If you're involved in a real estate transaction, whether you’re a seller or a buyer, chances are you’ll be requesting or experiencing a home inspection. A home inspection is a limited, non-invasive examination of the condition of a home, often in connection with the sale of that home. Home inspections are usually conducted by a home inspector who has the training and certifications to perform such inspections. Midwest Renovation wants you to be prepared and informed when it comes to understanding home inspections and what inspectors will be looking at. Our professional construction team provides quality construction services and roof repair and ensures customer satisfaction every step of the way. If after a home inspection, your property is in need of an update or repair, contact Midwest Renovation and expect a quality renovation. 

What does a home inspector do?

A licensed home inspector will perform a visual inspection of your property from top to bottom, including the main systems within the home. After completion the home inspector will release a detailed report to all parties involved.


What will the home inspector be looking at and reporting on?

  • Structural components including foundation and framing of the home.
  • Exterior features including siding, soffit, porches, balconies, walkways, railings and driveways.
  • Roof system including shingles, flashing and skylights.
  • Plumbing systems including pipes, drains, water heating equipment and sump pumps.
  • Heating system including equipment and venting.
  • Cooling system including equipment and venting.
  • Interior features including walls, ceilings, floors, windows, doors, stairs and railings.
  • Insulation and ventilation including those in the attic and other unfinished spaces.
  • Fireplaces including chimneys and vents. 

What will not be included in the home inspection report?

There are aspects of your property that home inspectors are not required to inspect.

  • Hot tubs and swimming pools.
  • Kitchen appliances and central vacuum systems.
  • Lawn sprinkler systems.
  • Alarm systems.
  • Television antenna or satellite dishes.
  • Detached structures like a garage or shed.
  • Termite and or pest report. 


It’s best to ask your inspector what will and will not be included in his report. If something beyond a basic home inspection is required, you can hire a home inspector with the skills, equipment and licensing necessary to qualify them to perform a specialty inspection.

  
At Midwest Renovation, we know homes inside and out and are your choice contractors for all residential and commercial construction needs. From site work to carpentry, our professional building team is here to exceed your expectations. If you find yourself needing repair work following a home inspection, contact Midwest Renovation and let us fix it from there! Covering nearly all of Missouri, we've got a team that can provide you with a free construction consultation in a timely manner. Call us toll free at (866) 230- 5415. 

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