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Are Home Repairs Mandatory After a Home Inspection?

Often the home inspection is the last thing done before officially buying a home. The sale is typically dependent on the home inspection turning up major problems. However, if the home inspection did turn up a major issue, is the seller required to fix it?

Unfortunately, a home inspection is by no means a legally binding document. It merely states that there is a major problem. The seller of the home can commit to fixing that problem or the buyer has the right to back out. There is nothing in a home inspection that states major problems must be repaired, that negotiation comes after the inspection.

Major Issues That Need to be Fixed After an Inspection

A home with major issues after an inspection can still technically be sold, but it will just be excessively hard to find buyers for it without lowering the price a lot. You can expect that if you turn up any of these major issues, you will need to fix them before selling the property.

  • Mold and water damage
  • Pest infestations
  • Electrical hazards
  • Chemical hazards
  • Roof damage
  • Foundation damage
  • Structural Damage
  • Plumbing Issues
  • HVAC Issues
  • Buried/Abandoned UST/Oil Tanks
  • Damaged Sewer Lines

Essentially, if it makes the home unsafe to live in, presents a structural hazard, or will be very expensive to fix, you will need to repair it before you will be able to sell it at a reasonable price. In some cases, even if a buyer is willing to buy a home with problems, the bank may even deny financing until the problem is fixed, though this depends on the issue.

If you are buying a home, it is important to know the above major issues because some minor issues may not necessarily be worth walking away from a home you love. For example, a broken appliance can be a deal breaker, but it is not necessarily the most expensive thing to replace. In cases of minor issues turned up on the inspection, often you can negotiate with the buyer to see if and what they will pay to fix.

All County Inspections provides objective insights for your property of interest. Our aim is to give everyone involved in the buying/selling process the tools they need to make empowered decisions. Schedule your inspection with us today to learn more! Proudly serving Middlesex County, NJ, and surrounding areas.

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Important Questions to Ask Your Home Inspector

If you are having a home inspection done, it is a more involved process than you would think. While it is not mandatory, you are encouraged to be present at your home inspection. Your home inspector will walk you through issues, why they are a problem, and what needs to be done to fix them. However, while you have a home inspector present – someone who has seen every home issue under the sun – there are some good questions to get their opinion on.

Can You Go Through a Problem in Detail?

If there is anything they mark as a problem that you don’t fully understand, ask about it. Many inspectors will go into detail when you receive the report or find the issue, but they may not have the time to address everything that way. If you have any questions about an issue, don’t be afraid to ask.

Will an Issue Add On Costs Down the Road?

The real benefit of a home inspection is you can catch issues that may make a house wildly more expensive than you wanted it to be. A home inspector can give you a very rough estimate on the repair cost and any potential other issues it can cause down the road. For example, a roof leak is sometimes more than just a roof repair, you may also have to repair water damage as well.

Did You Check a Particular Issue?

Is there an issue you didn’t see on the sample report? Ask if it will be checked. Unfortunately, some issues are just difficult for a home inspector to see without poking holes in the wall. They can look for exterior signs of pest invasions like termites, for example, but they can’t tell if your home is infested with them.

What to Fix Before Moving Into the Home?

If a home has some issues, you may want to get the home inspector’s opinion on what should be fixed before moving into a home. Some issues can be repaired while living in the home. However, other problems are best tangled with before you have all your stuff moved in.

At All County Inspections, we pride ourselves in being a resource for buyers and sellers. Quality home inspections give you added peace of mind during a significant step of the real estate process, so you should work with a home inspector that you trust. Give us a call today for home inspections in New Jersey!

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