You will find expert answers, tips and valuable information on a wide range of topics such as mould, foundations, heating, building permits and insurance issues with your home.(Note: The information below was provided to me to use on my website and has been authorized by Amerispec home inspection services of Mississauga) Back to main index for home inspections General Industry topics related to Homes, home inspectors and home inspection issuesPreparing the house for inspection and other Issues Question: The potential purchasers of my home are having a home inspection performed. What do I need to do to prepare my house for the inspection? Areas that will need to be fully accessible for the inspection are the attic, the major systems, and the basement walls and floor. The inspector will have to enter the attic space to inspect insulation levels, ventilation, signs of leaking, etc. If the attic hatch is in a closet, storage or shelving should ideally be cleared so that convenient access to the attic will be available. A home inspector will have a ladder to access the attic, therefore provision of a ladder by the home owner is not required. Also be aware that bits of insulation, dust, etc. may fall out of the attic when the hatch is opened. Most home inspectors will place a drop sheet under the attic hatch and clean up any fallen insulation subsequent to the attic inspection. The major systems in the home are an integral part of the inspection and should also be made readily accessible. For example, the area around the furnace and water heater should be cleared to provide access for inspection, as should the areas below the sinks. If the electrical panel or main water shut off valve has been concealed, be sure to leave a note indicating their exact location. The electrical panel cover will be removed by the inspector to check the wiring conditions, so there should be adequate space around the panel to do so. The exterior basement walls are also an extremely important part of the inspection process. They are inspected for signs of past water leakage, signs of cracking, and to determine the general condition of the foundation. Any boxes or personal storage in the basement should ideally be moved away from the walls and temporarily relocated to provide convenient access for inspection. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Winterized Property: If the property has been ‘winterized’ and the home’s water supply or electrical service has been disconnected, these services should be restored prior to the inspection. With the water supply disconnected, the plumbing cannot be inspected. Inspection of the electrical system is very limited without electrical service. In some cases the heating system cannot be properly inspected in a winterized home. Documentation: If documentation is available for recent upgrades or repairs, including warranties, it should be provided for the prospective purchaser to review. Other documentation that should be made available includes building permits and service records. This documentation will provide further information for the purchaser and help to answer some common questions that often arise during an inspection. Obvious defects: If there are obvious defects or damage (i.e. staining, holes, patches, etc. in wall/ceilings) an explanation should be provided. When the cause is not evident, the inspector and purchaser can only speculate, potentially leaving the purchaser in doubt. If repairs have been performed to correct the condition, information related to the repairs should also be provided. Inspection Time: Be aware that the inspection process typically takes 2.5 to 3.5 hours for an average sized home and that the prospective purchaser and their Real Estate Agent are usually present for the duration of the inspection.
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