As you know, when you buy a house, it’s a great idea to get a home inspection. Today I’m here with Brent Modderman from Integrity Inspection Services to go over a few things you need to know about the home inspection process.
What do you look for in a home inspection?
We are going to look at the overall condition of the home, inside and out. We start with the roof and work our way down to the basement. We’ll look at the heating and cooling system, electrical, and plumbing to make sure that things are done correctly. We’ll also make sure the foundation is set.
We make sure the home is safe and in good condition for you.
Basically, we are looking to make sure that the overall condition of the home is up to par and that the property is safe. We also want to make sure that you know exactly what you are getting into with this property.
How much does a home inspection cost?
The home inspection runs about $350. If you want to know what the radon levels are in the property, the radon test will cost $125. Termite inspections cost $75. If you are buying an older home and want to test for lead paint, that will cost you $50.
How long do home inspections take?
Home inspections last about two hours on average. If you do the radon test, we do have to leave the test kit in the property for 48 hours.
What’s the weirdest thing you’ve ever seen on an inspection?
The weirdest thing was that I had various drug paraphernalia fall out of the ceiling on me. Of course, there are always some people who don’t quite pick up after themselves, even though they know their home is going to be inspected.
If you have any questions for Brent, give him a call at (616) 581-8575, email him at IntegrityInspectionServices@gmail.com, or check out his website. As always, if you have any real estate questions, give me a call or send me an email. I would be happy to help you!
