11 High Cost Home Inspection Traps 2021

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11 High Cost Home Inspection Traps 2021Segment 211 High Cost Home Inspection Traps You Should Know Weeks Before You List Your HomeBarb, many home sellers fear the inspection.  Many people think most buyers want to purchase their home as it is.  What are some of the High Cost Home Inspection Traps you come across selling homes?Buyers want to buy – but in most cases NOT as isMost sellers assume their home is selling AS ISNot a time for UPGRADES butBuyers want broken things repairedLear Story33 Physical Problems that come under scrutiny, with the inventory low, most buyers are stating they will not ask for cosmetic issues and focus on major systems, health and safety.  Colorado does NOT require a license to be an inspector.Story of Landscaper inspector & DadThe high-cost things include:Roof replacements – particularly high deductiblesFurnace replacementsElectrical panelStructural stuff can be really costlySewer and Septic RepairsSome pre planning with a great real estate agent can help go you ready to sell worry freeTOP MECHANICAL SYSTEMS THAT COME UNDER HOME INSPECTION SCRUTINY:1. Mechanical Systems:HVAC – clean and service furnaceWater Heater – check permit history, building code has changed2. Electrical – GFCI issues, Federal Pacific Panel3. Plumbing:There are often hidden things you may not see, it would not hurt to get your home pre-inspected4. Appliances:These should be functionalRefrigerator, washer and dryer are considered personal property.MORE TOP MECHANICAL SYSTEMS THAT COME UNDER HOME INSPECTION SCRUTINY4. Sewer / Septic:If home does not have a sewer clean out…Had inspectors pull toilets and not replace sealsRun sewer scopes through in appropriate lines5. Roof IssuesCould be very costly – BLA StoryCould just be the cost of your deductibleBonfoy StoryDOES THE LENDER OR APPRAISER CARE ABOUT SYSTEMS?In most cases the Lenders and Appraisers do not require much of these itemsThey focus on whether the home meets the lending guidelines:* Safety trip hazards, window well covers, broken windows, etcWE ARE Offering a Free Report on How to Avoid the Home Inspection TrapsFREE Report on the 11 Things You Need to Know to Pass Your Home Inspection, visit www.11HomeInspectionTraps.com and or call  719 301 3900…You are listening to the Real Estate Voice with myself Barb Schlinker of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty, if you are interested in selling your and want to call Barb give her a call  at 719 301 3900 We are talking Barb about 11 High Cost Home Inspection Traps.  Barb, what are some other home inspection issues that come up?5. Decking / Broken Flatwork:These could be a safety issueWood takes a beating in this climateMuch of these can be repaired.Lately buyers are asking for broken concrete to be repaired.  Not required by lender unless it is a trip hazard.* Contractors say concrete will crack6. Roofing:Hail in our climate these are very, painfully common.Before you go up for sale talk to your insurance company about the deductible for roof replacement if you think that will be an issue.7. Windows:Broken seals are cosmetic, functionality is a different  issue.Inspection Surprises…The Wildcard:  The buyer INSPECTION WISH list:Buyers Asking for Stuff!To find out about all 33 systems you can order your FREE Report on the 11 Things You Need to Know to Pass Your Home Inspection, visit www.11HomeInspectionTraps.com and Click on the GREEN Button or call our office at 719 301 3900…1) You are listening to the Real Estate Voice with Barb Schlinker of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty, if you are thinking of making a move call Barb at 719 301 3900 or visit BarbHasTheBuyers.com or if you want a free report the 11 Things You Need to Kno