10 Tips To Pass A Home Inspection

When selling your home a buyer will most likely want to do a home inspection. Below is a list of the most common home inspection issues, and if you can take care of these in advance it should be a smooth home inspection.

Prior to the Inspection:

Be sure to clear out areas of clutter. The Home Inspector will need access to tight spaces like, utility closets, under sink cabinets, crawlspaces and more. Discard items that will block these access points and make sure that the spaces are clean. Next, address the minor maintenance issues that could affect the buyer’s decision. Repair or replace missing doorknobs, if you have a crack in a window pane or damaged screen get it patched up. Burnt out light bulbs should be replaced and rain gutters should be cleaned and draining away from the property. These may seem like small things to you because you have been living with them but even the smallest wear and tear can cause the buyer to choose another property.

1. Repair Roof Problems

Roof leakage is one of the most common concerns found in a home inspection. Missing or broken shingles, damaged flashing, and any signs of rot can seriously affect the outcome. Like we mentioned before, drainage is also a key concern so being sure to have the water draining away from the property is your best bet. Replace broken flashing, and loose shingles this will make a huge difference in the outcome of the inspection. Even if your roof has recently been replaced, the ceiling inside the home may show stains which will be cause for alarm. Go through and make sure all interior walls and ceilings are leak and stain free.

2. Old Wiring and Outdated Electrical

There are all kinds of outdated or inadequate electrical issues that can plague a home, especially in New England. They will be looking for knob and tube wiring or flat cables and if any are present they will draw attention to it. They will also be on the lookout for rust, burnt wiring, and an overloaded circuit. If your home is pulling more amps than allowed that can be a major fire hazard. If you have fashioned yourself as a do-it-yourselfer, than you may want to consider having an electrician check your work and make improvements. Flaws in the electrical system are major problems due to the safety implications they could have to the homeowners.

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