Professional Inspections

Are they worth the cost? Buying a home is probably the single largest investment most people make, which makes the $200 to $500 expense of a professional inspection well worth the cost.

It is important to know as much as you can about the home you are about to purchase. The best way to ensure thorough, competent information is to retain the services of a professional home inspector. How do you find a qualified home inspector?? CAREFULLY!

First, ask your real estate professional for a list of recommended inspectors.

Then ask the following questions before making your final selection:

1. Does the inspector belong to a local inspection association or any other professional inspection association? Most associations have guidelines members must follow.

2. How long has the inspector been in the business?

3. Is the inspector specifically experienced in residential construction? This knowledge will enable the inspector to spot and interpret signs of age, damage, and faulty or unsafe mechanical operation.

4. Is the inspector free of any real estate connections that might cause a conflict of interest? Aviod inspectors who use the inspection to solicit repair work or receive a portion of the real estate commission.

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Plaza Real Estate, Inc.
12221 E. Central • Wichita, KS 67206
(316) 687-2220
(316) 686-7121 • (316) 687-4084 - Fax

1-800-701-SOLD

e-mail: Barbara@BarbaraBarr.com

Last modified: 10/20/00