Don’t Ignore “Concerns” on a Home Inspection Report
When considering the purchase of a home a potential buyer will receive a real estate disclosure that documents the seller’s knowledge of the property.
This disclosure is not the same thing as an independent third party home inspection. A home inspection is more extensive and may reveal defects that the seller may not have been aware of.
A Home’s Overall Condition
A home buyer should always do a full property inspection before moving forward with a purchase. A home inspection is an inexpensive way to discover the overall condition of a home. The inspector checks all systems and components from the roof to the basement. It will cover features of the house such as the electrical wiring, plumbing, roofing, insulation, as well as structural features of the home. Home inspections may often reveal problems with a home that could be pricey to fix.
Make sure there are no surprises with your home’s wiring.
Once the inspection is completed, the home inspector will provide the buyer with a report suggesting any improvements or repairs deemed necessary to bring the home up to current standards.
If There Are Concerns
Remember, inspectors can’t see through walls or ceilings. They can only inspect what they have access to. If home inspector says, “they have concerns,” pay attention. This means that based on what they could observe, they may have seen evidence or suspect a home has mold, termites, asbestos or old wiring. If this is the case it’s a good idea to bring in a specialist to investigate just how extensive a problem it is within the home, and how much it might cost to fix it.
We Can Help With Old Wiring
If you’re looking at a home that has pre-1960 “knob and tube” style electrical wiring, it does not meet code, and the home’s entire electrical system will need to be replaced. Old wiring like knob and tube is a huge fire hazard, so it has to be replaced. Unfortunately, it can cost several thousand dollars to rewire an old home.
If a report indicates a rodent problem, a thorough inspection of the house’s wiring is recommended. Pests can cause serious harm to electrical systems, exposing wires which can lead to electrical fires, shocks, and short circuits.
No One Likes Surprises
Getting a home inspection and, if needed, a more extensive inspection from a specialist, is a small price to pay to avoid the costly mistake of purchasing a property in need of major repairs.
If you have questions concerning your electrical service or wiring, please give Artisan Electric a call at 765-414-3913. We have extensive experience in working on older homes and their electrical systems.