Poor grading is a typical landscaping issue which is commonly found during a home inspection. Sidewalks are especially prone to settling and directing water against the foundation of the home. Directing water away from your home should be your number one outside priority. Check all downspouts and other sources of water to ensure that all water is directed away from home.
Your homes roof shingles have a normal life expectancy of approximately 18 to 20 years. 30 or 35 year rated shingles only seem to get another extra couple of years of life over the regular shingle. Curling of edges of your shingles indicate that they are starting to fail and will require replacement shortly. Usually homes in a subdivision will all have shingle failure within the same period of time and you can expect roofers to start knocking on your door with quotes for replacing your roof.
Electrical issues usually are found in basements that have been renovated by the home owner. The common electrical mistakes are un-secured electrical cables, missing or open junction boxes, un-protected electrical cables and double tap connections in the main electrical panel. All these electrical issues should be inspected and repaired by a licensed electrician. I will typically recommend that potential buyers ask for an electrical certificate for home which indicates that all wiring has been inspected and passed by licensed electrician.
Building permits for renovations are an important detail for any buyer contemplating buying a home. A building permit indicates that are work was done in accordance with zoning and bylaws and was inspected by the appropriate authority. Buying a home which has been renovated without a permit could be a ticking time bomb for the purchaser. The un-seen plumbing and wiring could eventually all have to be replaced at great cost to the home buyer if not installed correctly the first time. Only when a problem arises would you then know the extent of repairs you might be liable for.
Annual maintenance and caulking of exterior joints in your home can prevent needless repairs and save you hundreds of dollars. Caulking seams in window sills and ensuring mortar is still in place on brick window sills can save a lot of repairs for a couple of dollars. Just caulking your asphalt driveway at joint where it meets your garage can prevent separation and sinking of driveway.
Attic insulation is commonly found to have been disturbed by trades people and home owners. When you do work in the attic and compact your blown insulation you should add insulation to ensure even coverage and un-necessary heat loss. Improperly installed pot lights are another commonly found issue which can create a huge energy loss in your home. It is important to install the proper pot light when installing in your insulation. The possibility also exists of starting a fire if not properly installed.
Your homes roof shingles have a normal life expectancy of approximately 18 to 20 years. 30 or 35 year rated shingles only seem to get another extra couple of years of life over the regular shingle. Curling of edges of your shingles indicate that they are starting to fail and will require replacement shortly. Usually homes in a subdivision will all have shingle failure within the same period of time and you can expect roofers to start knocking on your door with quotes for replacing your roof.
Electrical issues usually are found in basements that have been renovated by the home owner. The common electrical mistakes are un-secured electrical cables, missing or open junction boxes, un-protected electrical cables and double tap connections in the main electrical panel. All these electrical issues should be inspected and repaired by a licensed electrician. I will typically recommend that potential buyers ask for an electrical certificate for home which indicates that all wiring has been inspected and passed by licensed electrician.
Building permits for renovations are an important detail for any buyer contemplating buying a home. A building permit indicates that are work was done in accordance with zoning and bylaws and was inspected by the appropriate authority. Buying a home which has been renovated without a permit could be a ticking time bomb for the purchaser. The un-seen plumbing and wiring could eventually all have to be replaced at great cost to the home buyer if not installed correctly the first time. Only when a problem arises would you then know the extent of repairs you might be liable for.
Annual maintenance and caulking of exterior joints in your home can prevent needless repairs and save you hundreds of dollars. Caulking seams in window sills and ensuring mortar is still in place on brick window sills can save a lot of repairs for a couple of dollars. Just caulking your asphalt driveway at joint where it meets your garage can prevent separation and sinking of driveway.
Attic insulation is commonly found to have been disturbed by trades people and home owners. When you do work in the attic and compact your blown insulation you should add insulation to ensure even coverage and un-necessary heat loss. Improperly installed pot lights are another commonly found issue which can create a huge energy loss in your home. It is important to install the proper pot light when installing in your insulation. The possibility also exists of starting a fire if not properly installed.
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