Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Home Inspection?
A home inspection is a visual examination of the physical structure
and systems of a home, from foundation to roof. A home inspector
is trained to be a detective in regard to the construction and working
parts of homes.
What if the inspection report reveals problems?
If a home inspection reveals problems, it does not necessarily mean
you should not buy the home. The home inspection is meant to
educate you, in advance of the purchase, about the condition of the
property.
Why do I need a home inspection?
A home purchase may be the largest investment of your life.
Before you purchase the property, you should learn as much as you can,
including what may need to be repaired.
What if I'm selling my home?
By getting a professional home inspection before putting your house
on the market, you can get a better understanding of the condition of
your home. You will have the opportunity to correct any adverse
conditions before putting up the For Sale sign. This can help to
eliminate surprises should a potential buyer elect to have a home
inspection performed.
Any other advice you can offer?
When making a written offer on a home, you should insist that the
agreement state that the offer is contingent on a home inspection by a
qualified home inspector. A home inspection could save you from
buying a home in need of thousands of dollars in repairs.
Also, have the home tested for radon gas by a Maine state certified
radon technician (most home inspectors have this designation).
One of every two homes in Maine has radon levels above the level that
the EPA recommends having the home mitigated. Radon gas is
estimated to cause more than 21,000 lung cancer deaths annually in the U.S.
