Debunked! Don’t Believe These Myths About House Inspections!

Buying a new home can be both overwhelming and exciting. One of the most crucial steps in the process of purchasing a new house is getting the home and property thoroughly evaluated by a home inspector. A home inspector’s job is to make sure that there are no structural, plumbing, electrical, or air quality issues.

An inspector is trained to find faults that a realtor, homeowner or layperson will miss out on. However, despite knowing the benefits of a home inspection, numerous people fall for the several myths causing them to avoid a home inspection or not take full advantage of one.

By believing these myths and avoiding a home inspection, you could be putting one of the most significant financial investments that you make into jeopardy.

To help you avoid falling prey to these misconceptions, House Pro Home Inspection Inc. has debunked three of the most widely believed myths about getting a home inspection.

Myth 1: You don’t need a home inspection when buying a brand new home.

Even if your home is a new home, it still needs to be inspected as work on completing your home is carried out by many trades who aren’t supervised at all times. While most new houses come with a warranty, getting it checked before moving in allows you to claim damages from the builders. Once you’ve moved in, the chances are that the builder will state that the buyer has caused the damage.

Myth 2: A home inspection is a waste of money.

Several people believe that when purchasing a home, they should trust their realtor’s judgment and the seller’s promise that the house is in pristine condition and skip the home inspection. Once a buyer moves into the property, they then realize they made a huge mistake by not hiring a home inspector before closing on the home. A home inspector’s primary job is to look for defects in the building to ensure that there will be no hazards post-purchase. They look for cracks in the wall, leaks in the pipes, check the structural integrity of the house, and much more. Getting a home inspection ensures that you are aware of the problem areas and how to address them.

Myth 3: Home inspectors are deal breakers.

When it comes to selling a house, sellers and seller's agents may try to avoid home inspectors and inspections as it could have a bearing on the final amount to be paid. The aim of home inspectors isn’t to change the fortunes of the seller for the worse, but to ensure that potential deficiencies in the home the buyer is in interested in purchasing are found and addressed. A home inspector’s primary motive is to ensure safety in the building.

To help you avoid falling prey to these myths, reach out to House Pro Home Inspection Inc. We provide thorough, reliable home inspection services across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Westchester County, New York, Queens, Long Island, Yonkers, Mt Vernon and Staten Island. We offer indoor as well as outdoor inspections and cover all aspects of your home in our reports. If you have any questions about House Pro Home Inspection Inc., we’d love to hear from you. Contact us here.