The purchase of a new home is one of the single most costly investments that a family will make. Along with the extra stresses this will add, there is also the fear factor of, "Will This Home Stand The Test of Time?" It is also important to know what YOU, as the primary investor, are getting for your money. "We inspect your largest investment while treating you like family."
[A home inspection is an excellent tool for you, the home buyer, to help determine not only the condition of the home, but to also help foresee any immediate unnecessary additional cost that may go unnoticed without the help of a home inspection. Home inspections are not a prediction of future performance, but can pinpoint existing problem areas.]
In Texas there are three classifications of inspectors:
- "Apprentice" - No education requirements, no experience necessary, requires supervision by a Professional Inspector.
- "Real Estate Inspector" - 25 minimum inspections, at least 3 months experience, 90 core hours of education, minimum score on State exam of 70%, requires supervision by a Professional Insp.
- "Professional Inspector" - 200 minimum inspections and 12 months experience (or experience/education waiver) minimum score on State exam of 80%, license qualifies inspector to inspect any residential, commercial or investment property, Qualified to supervise!
Every inspection by Centex Preferred Inspections is by a Professional Inspector with 17 years construction and inspection experience.
Saving dimes on an inspection fee may result in lost dollars later in unforseen replacement/repairs of major systems. It is your largest investment. Do you want the cheapest inspector you can find?
Does he/she have experience beyond passing an inspector exam? Does the inspector have direct knowledge of the construction process and can evaluate a condition beyond just saying there is a crack in the sheetrock? Does the inspector demonstrate an appreciation for how important the findings are and the ability to communicate negative findings in easily understood terms, or are his words technical and complicated. Be sure to attend your inspection. That way, you'll learn as much as possible from your member inspector.
A thorough Inspection covers everything from roof to the foundation.
| Items that are included in the Inspection are as follows: |
- Attic
- Insulation
- Ventilation
- Roof & Flashings
- Gutters
- Basement
- Crawlspace
- Foundation
- Grading
- Retaining Walls
- Siding & Trim
- Driveways & Walks
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- Ceilings
- Floors
- Walls
- Doors & Windows
- Chimney
- Fireplace
- Major Appliances
- Electrical System
- Water Heater
- Plumbing System
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
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