The purpose of an inspection isn’t just to find problems with the house; It’s also about making sure that you don’t buy something that will cost more than you think, or cause other headaches down the road.
When it comes to purchasing a home, a comprehensive home inspection is a critical step in the process. A home inspection will arm you with invaluable information about the property you plan to purchase, ultimately giving you peace of mind and a well-rounded understanding of the home’s condition.
Whether it's a massive safety issue, or a minor problem that could get worse, a thorough home inspection can help uncover hidden issues before you commit to the purchase.
Having a thorough and detailed home inspection report can give you the leverage you need to better negotiate with the property's selling price.
A comprehensive home inspection can help provide insight into the lifespan of certain parts of your home, including, but not limited to, the roof, plumbing, and electrical systems.
Savvy sellers recognize the benefits of a thorough home inspection before listing a property. A proactive approach not only enhances a home’s appeal to buyers, but also facilitates a smoother selling process and builds trust between you and future buyers.
By pre-emptively identifying and addressing problems with a property before listing, you can raise your initial selling price and marketability to reflect the home's improved condition.
Streamline your negotiation process by taking care of smaller issues off-the-bat so you and your buyer can focus more on the big picture, instead of the nitty-gritty.
By sharing a thorough home inspection report with your buyer, you can foster a stronger sense of trust. Build confidence with your buyers by fostering a transparent transaction.
Whether you are buying, selling or maintaining your home, Iron Gates Property Inspections provides professional and quality service from the moment you call us. Our certified home inspectors will walk through your home with you and teach you as much as you want to learn. We strictly follow the Standards of Practice for home inspectors established by Internachi, the leading home inspection association.
After we walk through the home together, we will explain the general condition of the home and systems with you and your agent. We will talk through any major issues that need to be addressed sooner rather than later. We will also mention the items that you will want to keep an eye on for deferred maintenance. All of this will be detailed in our easy-to-read Spectora report, which will be delivered in HTML and/or PDF format. From that report, you will be able to see the items we discussed, with images for reference.
Foundations, grading & drainage, basements, walkways, and floor, wall and ceiling structures.
Roof coverings, drainage systems, flashings and skylights, chimneys and other roof penetrations.
Service entrance and panels, branch circuits, connected devices and fixtures, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and making sure your outlets are GFCI-protected.
Fixtures and faucets, water supply systems, drain, waste and vent systems, water heater, vents, flues and chimneys, and any sump pumps or fuel storage and distribution systems.
Heating and cooling equipment, ducts, vents and flues.
Dishwasher, garbage disposal, range hood, range or oven, cooktop, microwave, trash compactor, bathroom exhaust fans, garage door operator, and other built-in appliances.
When it comes to Northeastern Ohio home inspections, Iron Gates Property Inspections is your number one choice. Take your home’s future into your hands and schedule a home inspection today!