How Does a Pre-Inspection Save You Time and Money?

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Today I am excited to discuss an easy way that home sellers can save money on their home sale, before even selling it. One trend we have been seeing a lot of in today’s market is that buyers are really scrutinizing the condition of homes, as are their inspectors.

One easy way for a seller to save time and money when it comes to home inspections is to hire an inspector of their own, who will go through the home before it’s even listed. This “pre-inspection” can help the seller find and identify any issues up-front and solve any problems that may be found. We have had cases of sellers who had no idea they had termites or termite damage until they had this pre-inspection done. If they would have waited to find that problem, the buyer may have not purchased the house.  By catching problems up front, sellers can save money by correcting them on their own terms.

Another reason to have a pre-inspection done is that you can save up to 50% on the home inspection cost by declining the home inspection report, which takes the inspector quite a while to fill out. This way, they can just walk around the home and point out any issues that they see. It’s not a guarantee that they will find every single thing, but it is a wise investment if you are thinking of selling your home.

If you have any questions, give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to speaking with you soon!