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For Your Information
A
Denver Colorado house is a major financial investment, so an evaluation
of the condition of the house you want to purchase is essential. With
information about faults or defects in the house, you will understand
the problems you have now or may have in the future. You
will be aware of what the ownership and maintenance costs will be.
Information
from this WEB SITE, will help you "point-out", to the seller,
to make the needed repairs, or perhaps lower the asking price.
There
are a few things you should keep in mind when you do decide to hire a COLORADO
PROFESSIONAL HOME
INSPECTOR. Home
inspectors are supposed to work for the buyer and you will want to hire
a professional who is totally impartial.
You
want someone who simply inspects the house thoroughly and reports his or
her findings but does nothing whatsoever to correct any fault he or she
may find. In that way the
inspector will not be motivated to find work.
A
professional inspector can point out things about the house you might
not know about otherwise (like how long the roof will last or when you
may need to replace the water heater). He
or She will check the property for termites
and potential structural and mechanical defects. He
or She should also be able to evaluate the
technical aspects of the house (like whether the plumbing or electrical
wiring is in good shape). The
inspector should be knowledgeable enough to give approximate costs of
repairs as a guide so that you can make the final
decision on the house.
To
access a report on how a Home Inspection benefits both a seller and
buyer, please CLICK here.
To
access their PRICES AND OTHER pertinent information, please click HERE.
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"TIPS"
FOR INSPECTING A
METRO DENVER COLORADO PROPERTY
Looking for the right
house, condominium, or other type of residential property can be a
difficult process for those who are not experienced in all of the
various technical aspects involved. Most purchasers have to make a
number of decisions which are both emotional and technical in nature and
the best and easiest way to complete a successful purchase is with the
help of a real estate licensee who has the training and experience
necessary. There are many things for prospective purchasers to observe
and consider when looking at houses, condominiums, or other residential
property. An outline of such items is presented below:
Things to consider on the
exterior of the property
- Siding: Look for cracks, loose
pieces, lifting, or warping.
- Paint: Look for peeling,
chipping, blistering, stains, and any indication of damage as a
result of water.
- Foundation and exterior
surfaces: Check for cracks and holes, areas not level or uneven,
loose or missing stucco or mortar.
- Porch or entrance area: Examine
steps, handrails, posts, and look for loose or unsafe features.
- Roof: Look for worn or bald
spots, any missing shingles or tiles; determine age and if any
warranty is still in effect.
- Chimney: Look for tilting,
cracks, and any missing bricks.
- Gutters and downspouts: Check
for signs of leaks, rusting, and condition of joints.
- Windows and screens: Look for
broken glass or screens, check for proper caulking.
- Walls and fences: Look for
holes and any missing fencing or rotted posts.
- .Driveways and sidewalks: Check
surface condition and look for holes or cracks; Check for levelness.
- .Proper drainage: Water from
rain should flow away from property. Check condition of any wells or
septic tanks.
- .Lot and landscaping: Locate
property lines and determine approximate area; check condition of
grass, shrubbery and plants, and trees. Check root condition of
especially large trees close to any buildings.
Things
to consider on the interior of the property
- General plan: The traffic
pattern and layout of rooms is important. Observe the general
condition with respect to maintenance and repair.
- Living/dining/family room
areas: Size and design should be large enough for particular
requirements and conveniently located. Any fireplace should have a
damper that works and a clean chimney.
- Bedrooms: Number should be
adequate for present and future uses, with each having an outside
window, proper closet space and entry off a hallway.
- Bathrooms: An adequate number
of bathrooms is very important and every floor should have a
bathroom facility. Check for cracks in tiles, signs of leaks, how
long it takes to get hot water, and proper ventilation.
- Kitchen: Check appliances such
as stove, refrigerator, disposal, dishwasher, and microwave for age,
and inquire about present age, condition, and any warranties in
effect. Check amount of shelf and counter space, electrical outlets,
and storage areas. If a separate breakfast room is not available
there should be adequate space for a kitchen eating area.
- Walls and ceilings: Look for
major cracks, loose or falling plaster, and any signs of leaks or
stains.
- Windows and doors: Check to see
that windows and doors have adequate locks and open and close
properly.
- Floors: Walk and jump lightly
on floors to determine any movement; check for levelness or bowing.
- Stairs: Check for any loose
treads or handrails.
- .Basement: If applicable,
basement area should be checked for signs of water leaking,
dampness, flooding, dry-rot, termites, and for adequate lighting.
- .Attic: If applicable, the
attic should be checked for signs of leaks and any rodent or insect
infestation, and if insulated, check type and quantity.
- .Plumbing system: Check type of
water pipes and sewer lines, look for rusting or leaking; turn on
faucets to test water pressure; look for clogged or sluggish drains
or dripping faucets, and check for adequate laundry facilities.
- .Electrical system: Check load
center and observe if there are fuses or circuit breakers, check age
and look for signs of wear or exposed wires.
- .Heating system: Check the type
of heating system such as warm air, hot water, or electrical, and
determine age and condition.
- .Hot water heater: Check for
signs of leaking or rusting. Determine capacity and recovery rate,
age and condition.
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.Air
conditioning/cooling: If applicable, check type of air conditioning
or cooling system, age and condition.
The company will thoroughly
inspect all wall, ceilings, doors and windows. Complete visual and
functional inspections are done on electrical, heating, cooling and
plumbing systems, and on most major appliances. We also provide a
full written report, including recommendations and estimated repair
costs.
The MONEY you spend now for a
Professional Certified Inspection can save you from costly and
unexpected repairs later on.
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