Home Maintenance Inspections are Important

WHAT'S HIDING IN YOUR ATTIC?

We all perform regular maintenance on our cars by having a tune-up every so many miles, but what about your house?  Often times, our biggest investment is also the most neglected. 

Homes in Mesa have increased in value approximately 50% over the last year.  To maintain that value, you need to have periodic inspections and repairs performed on your home.  Catching problems early can help prevent more severe and costly damage later.

The average home inspection reveals more than 43 defects.  Even new homes have many hidden problems never seen by the occupants.  Some defects even pose a significant HEALTH and SAFETY RISK to you and your family.  Out of sight shouldn’t mean out of mind!

A Home Maintenance Inspection from Homewerx will make you aware of what repairs are needed now to avoid further costly damage, and which ones can wait.  In addition to identifying and prioritizing those conditions that need attention, a home inspection can also detect immediate safety issues.  From broken trusses and roof problems to plumbing and electrical issues...we’ll check it all out for you.  We even do a carbon monoxide test.  By identifying and correcting problems early, you can save a great deal of time, money and frustration.

A Home Maintenance Inspection is also a great learning opportunity.  You can walk through the house with the Inspector and ask any questions you may have about your home or its components.  Our Inspectors will take the time to answer your questions and address your concerns.  In addition to being extremely knowledgeable, our Inspectors are also very personable and are able to answer questions and discuss their findings in a manner that is easy to understand.  Many Clients are amazed at how much information they obtain during a 2-3 hour home inspection.

Selling your home soon and don’t want to do repairs?  Not only do most buyers have a home inspection, but the average buyer negotiates TWICE the cost of necessary repairs during the sale.  Knowledge is power!  Properly maintaining your home now will ensure maximum sales price and minimum time on the market when you sell.

If your home has not been inspected recently, CALL TODAY!!!

(480) 503-2611 or 1-888-THE-WERX

or you can schedule online!

Because an ounce of inspection is worth a pound of repair!

Comments

[Tripp Harper]

John Doe of ABC Inspections said my home needs a new asphalt shingle roof. However, the city permitted and approved the new roof when it was put on. My home has subsequently been thru two hurricanes Katrina and Wilma. During which we lost two tabs.

So I hired a licensed roofing contractor who said there was nothing wrong with my roof and the spot that was reported by John Doe as wood rot was just a stained piece of plywood.

I understand that Florida is considering the regulation of home inspectors but has yet to pass any legislation.

So in the mean time, Who should be trusted to make these important decisions?

TRipp Harper
Davie,FL

[Scott Hubbard]

NOTE from BlogMaster: Some of the names above were changed to protect the innocent.


Hi Tripp,

Thanks for stopping by the Homewerx Home Inspection Blog! Whether your state requires home inspectors to be licensed or not, you should always look for a home inspector who is an ASHI Member. ASHI stands for the American Society of Home Inspectors, and it has always been the standard in home inspection. While any home inspector can join an organization and be 'certified' for a fee, ASHI requires Members to meet certain EXPERIENCE requirements, as well as passing 2 tests and adhering to a strict Code of Ethics. You can find more information here:

http://www.homeinspectionblog.com/homewerx_home_inspection_/2006/01/what_is_ashi.html

Thanks for your question and have a great day!

[Charles Jones]

Trip,
What exactly did your inspector write down? Was there rotted wood present anywhere in the roof system? Did he provide pictures? I doubt any inspector would recommend replacement of a roof without good reason.
I think that there is more to this than you are telling us.

It sounds to me as though you are a disgruntled seller who thought he had a "perfect house". Then, when the inspector came in, he found things wrong that you don't agree with.

As for licensing, the bill was passed and home inspectors will be licensed as of July 10, 2010.

The licensing is very weak and doesn't afford any real protection for the home buyer. Hopefully, it will get modified prior to going into effect.

You can find it on the State website.