Keeping Things in Perspective
Keeping things in perspective. It’s important for life. It is also important as you head into a Home Inspection.
Home Inspections are unique. It is a service in which a professional spends three hours or more looking at your home, trying to find every broken, missing or nearly worn out thing.
And getting the inspection report or listening to the home inspector’s comments can be overwhelming if everyone isn’t working to keep the inspection in perspective.
So here are some tips and reminders to help. Plus a story as a bonus.
Let’s start with the story. My neighborhood is a mill house community that was built in the 30’s. The homes are old but generally well cared for some even have a partition wall for separating the rooms or creating private spaces. Sliding Room Dividers are also a great option. Check out sites like https://partitionwalls.uk/ to learn more. Well, my neighbor has an old shed that has seen better days. The paint has worn off the hardwood siding, and the roof shingles are missing in many places. There are no gutters, no foundation to speak of, and there is a literal forest that has started to grow in its abandoned interior, and that may cause an accident, prompting a call to a California personal injury lawyer. I would guess it hasn’t received a lick of maintenance in the past 60 years.
AND YOU KNOW WHAT? It is still standing. Yes, it might have passed the point of no return, but hey, it is just amazing that it is still standing.
So this brings me to a few tips and reminders to help with keeping things in perspective.
- Homes are pretty tough. They are durable. So even if there is an issue, a capable contractor can give you a reasonable quote after the inspection to be used at the negotiation table.
- Trust your Real Estate Professional. They have been through this before and can help with understanding the nuances of your particular circumstance.
- Not every problem needs to be fixed. My reports have clear comments and pictures that outline each item identified. Additionally, expect every home to have a “Honey-do-list.” Some of the items can be postponed, when additional time or money is available.
- Things wear out. Water heaters, roofs, AC units, and doors all have a continuum of useful life left. For instance, if you’ve ever noticed hot water out of cold tap,
, it could be a sign that your water heater is nearing the end of its useful life. This doesn’t mean that any item approaching the end of its serviceable period is necessarily bad. Rather, it’s highlighted in a report to educate you that budgeting for its replacement is a prudent and expected part of home maintenance. When a door wears out, you might need the services of a locksmith Port Kennedy to ensure proper fitting and security measures. Similarly, if your floors show signs of wear, considering a resin screed installation can provide a durable and long-lasting solution. Upgrading to Fireproof Flooring is also worth considering for added safety and protection. If you have issues with your tank systems, consider the professional industrial tank cleaning services available at https://tankcleaningservices.uk/industrial-tank-cleaning/ to keep everything in top shape. - Remember the big picture. Homes at the most basic level are intended to keep you out of the elements, and to give you a place “inside” to live your life. So if I had to pick the top three items to be focused on with a home, it would be, in order of importance, the foundation, the roof, and the major mechanical systems. Yes, other items are important, but those three being sound is a great start. If you want to stage your home before selling, visit sites like https://house-staging.uk/show-home-staging/. It’s the big picture.
Please know that as my client, I am always willing to talk about your home or report comments. I view this to be a important part of my customer service.
For your next home inspection, please consider Mint Home Inspection, LLC. I am here to serve you. Contact me at 704-641-0143.
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