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Selling a home can be an overwhelming and daunting process — from making repairs and staging for tours to paperwork and negotiation, there's so much to do that it can feel like an insurmountable task.
With so many details to attend to, it's easy to forget something or overlook important steps. This can lead to a drawn-out sales process, lower offers, or the inability to close the deal at all.
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"According to industry experts, there are at least 33
physical problems that will come under scrutiny during a home inspection when
your home is for sale. Here are 11 you should know about if you're planning to
put your home up for sale."
Homebuyers Want to Know Your Home Inside and Out
While homebuyers are as individual as the homes they plan on purchasing,
one thing they share is a desire to ensure that the home they will call their
own is as good beneath the surface as it appears to be. Will the roof end up
leaking? Is the wiring safe? What about the plumbing? These, and
others, are the questions that the buyers looking at your home will seek
professional help to answer.According to industry experts, there are at least 33 physical problems
that will come under scrutiny during a home inspection. We've identified the
11 most common of these and, if not identified and dealt with, any of these 11
items could cost you dearly in terms of repair. In most cases, you can make a reasonable pre-inspection yourself if you
know what you're looking for. Knowing what you're looking for can help
you prevent little problems from growing into costly and unmanageable ones.
11 Things You Need to Know to Pass Your Home Inspection
1. Defective Plumbing
Defective plumbing can manifest itself in two different ways: leaking, and
clogging. A visual inspection can detect leaking, and an inspector will gauge
water pressure by turning on all faucets in the highest bathroom and then
flushing the toilet. If you hear the sound of running water, it indicates that
the pipes are undersized. If the water appears dirty when first turned on at the
faucet, this is a good indication that the pipes are rusting, which can result
in severe water quality problems.
2. Damp or Wet Basement
An inspector will check your walls for a powdery white mineral deposit a few
inches off the floor, and will look to see if you feel secure enough to store
things right on your basement floor. A mildew odor is almost impossible to
eliminate, and an inspector will certainly be conscious of it. It could cost you $200-$1,000 to seal a crack in or around your basement
foundation depending on severity and location. Adding a sump pump and pit could
run you around $750 - $1,000, and complete waterproofing (of an average 3
bedroom home) could amount to $5,000-$15,000. You will have to weigh these
figures into the calculation of what price you want to net on your home.
3. Inadequate Wiring & Electrical
Your home should have a minimum of 100 amps service, and this should be
clearly marked. Wire should be copper or aluminum. Home inspectors will look at
octopus plugs as indicative of inadequate circuits and a potential fire hazard.
4. Poor Heating & Cooling Systems
Insufficient insulation, and an inadequate or a poorly functioning heating
system, are the most common causes of poor heating. While an adequately clean
furnace, without rust on the heat exchanger, usually has life left in it, an
inspector will be asking and checking to see if your furnace is over its typical
life span of 15-25 yrs. For a forced air gas system, a heat exchanger will come
under particular scrutiny since one that is cracked can emit deadly carbon
monoxide into the home. These heat exchangers must be replaced if damaged - they
cannot be repaired.
5. Roofing Problems
Water leakage through the roof can occur for a variety of reasons such as
physical deterioration of the asphalt shingles (e.g. curling or splitting), or
mechanical damage from a wind storm. When gutters leak and downspouts allow
water to run down and through the exterior walls, this external problem becomes
a major internal one.
6. Damp Attic Spaces
Aside from basement dampness, problems with ventilation, insulation and vapor
barriers can cause water, moisture, mold and mildew to form in the attic. This
can lead to premature wear of the roof, structure and building materials. The
cost to fix this damage could easily run over $2,500.
7. Rotting Wood
This can occur in many places (door or window frames, trim, siding, decks and
fences). The building inspector will sometimes probe the wood to see if this is
present - especially when wood has been freshly painted.
8. Masonry Work
Re-bricking can be costly, but, left unattended, these repairs can cause
problems with water and moisture penetration into the home which in turn could
lead to a chimney being clogged by fallen bricks or even a chimney which falls
onto the roof. It can be costly to rebuild a chimney or to have it repainted.
9. Unsafe or Over-fused Electrical Circuit
A fire hazard is created when more amperage is drawn on the circuit than was
intended. 15 amp circuits are the most common in a typical home, with larger
service for large appliances such as stoves and dryers. It can cost several
hundred dollars to replace your fuse panel with a circuit panel.
10. Adequate Security Features
More than a purchased security system, an inspector will look for the basic
safety features that will protect your home such as proper locks on windows and
patio doors, dead bolts on the doors, smoke and even carbon monoxide detectors
in every bedroom and on every level. Even though pricing will vary, these
components will add to your costs. Before purchasing or installing, you should
check with your local experts.
11. Structural/Foundation Problems
An inspector will certainly investigate the underlying footing and foundation
of your home as structural integrity is fundamental to your home. When you put your home on the market, you don't want any unpleasant
surprises that could cost you the sale of your home. By having an understanding
of these 11 problem areas as you walk through your home, you'll be arming yourself against future disappointment.
Paula, we wanted to compliment your new process and provide the feedback that you and your team have raised the bar.
While we already knew and respected you, Paula, we wanted to compliment your new process and provide the feedback that you and your team have raised the bar. We also wanted to thank you for offering excellent, accommodating and personable customer service.
You provide balanced and practical advice, resources that are results-oriented and a network that is focused to find the right buyer at the perfect moment. We recognize, perhaps more than most people, this does not happen by accident. You have designed and developed this strategic approach to maximize every opportunity. Some might consider selling your home to the first showing a fluke - but if you reflect on what was happening behind the scenes, we understand and appreciate that's where the true value of your services and expertise are showcased.
As you know, we considered doing this on our own. We reflected on the expenses of commission and debated whether we found the value in partnering with a realtor. This is the single biggest financial decision we can make as a family, and when it comes down to it, the proof is in the results.
We sold our house to the first showing, at over asking price. We believe we could not have come close to achieving this result on our own. There's your value. Finally, while money is important, we also wanted to thank you for conducting your business with heart. This means a lot to us, and are grateful to work with professionals that have the best interests of their clients at the core of what they do. Thank you!
The Bocchini Family
A perfect blend of professionalism and friendship.
The Tysoski Family have been fantastic partners in this our first attempt to sell a house. As well as guiding us through the steps and offering advice, their work has been excellent. Before a day was out they had a buyer for us, which unfortunately fell through. This was followed up by about a dozen viewings within a week. They even offered to watch our dog while people were going through the house. As for finding a new house they were on it from the get go. Daily I would get at least a dozen e-mails with up to the minute new listings. And when we wanted to see a property, they were always there catering as best as they could to our schedule. The fact that Jody used to be in construction also added to insight on the properties. Paula also I found was up to date on various building codes etc.. In closing I would like to say We found them to be a perfect blend of professionalism and friendship. They were recommended to us by our Bank Manager and I now know why. We would not hesitate a second to use or recommend them again.
Rob and Carrie McCreary
5 / 5 Stars!
"Jody and Paula Tysoski were a pleasure to deal with when selling our home. They were attentive, offered great advice and got us a fabulous deal on our house. The best part is that we sold in just two days! With a messy toddler at home, that made the experience so much better. While looking to purchase a new home, they were always available when we called and responded to messages in a very timely manner. We would recommend Jody and Paula to anyone looking to buy or sell a home."
Jeff & Lauren Shoots
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