Real estate insiders encourage homebuyers to hire a professional home inspector before committing to any purchase. Buyers on a tight budget can, however, opt to conduct the inspection on their own. Here are some tips for a successful DIY home inspection:
Take a look at the garden. This part may seem superficial at first, but nothing spoils the beauty of a home quite like a yard that resembles a giant litter box. Buyers should also factor in the cost of hiring a landscape specialist to turn the garden from drab to fab.
Check the roof and siding. No existing home has immaculate roofing and siding. A few worn-out shingles and small patches of peeling paint are to be expected when the roof and siding are examined up-close. However, when the extent of damage is readily apparent from a single glance, one may need to think twice about buying the home. On the other hand, new roof and siding can significantly jack up the price.
Look out for cracks on walls and ceilings. Cracks on this areas can mean that the foundation of the home is already giving way. These flaws can render any home unsafe during times of extreme weathers. Water stains on the walls and ceilings may serve as indications that the roofing system is already compromised.
Take a look at the garden. This part may seem superficial at first, but nothing spoils the beauty of a home quite like a yard that resembles a giant litter box. Buyers should also factor in the cost of hiring a landscape specialist to turn the garden from drab to fab.
Check the roof and siding. No existing home has immaculate roofing and siding. A few worn-out shingles and small patches of peeling paint are to be expected when the roof and siding are examined up-close. However, when the extent of damage is readily apparent from a single glance, one may need to think twice about buying the home. On the other hand, new roof and siding can significantly jack up the price.
Look out for cracks on walls and ceilings. Cracks on this areas can mean that the foundation of the home is already giving way. These flaws can render any home unsafe during times of extreme weathers. Water stains on the walls and ceilings may serve as indications that the roofing system is already compromised.
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