1) There’s always the possibility that the home is only up to minimum standards – Broward County building inspectors must ensure that any home, new or otherwise, is up to code before signing off on it. The problem is that they only ensure that it is up to the bare minimum where industry standards are […]
When you hear the words “home inspection”, you probably think of the inspection that is done when someone is buying a home. The majority of the inspections that we provide are for individuals who are buying a home. However, many people don’t realize that there is more than one type of home inspection. If you […]
You’re ready to put a large down payment on your dream home. Now it’s time for that anticipated home inspection . . . . and that’s when things start to fall apart. Your jaw just dropped after reading the report because of the “shopping list” of potentially expensive repair issues that it revealed. Now what […]
For first-time home buyers in Florida, finding what seems to be their dream home can be a very exciting experience. But, despite the exhilaration you’re feeling, you have to put your emotions on hold until you see the results of the home inspection that’s been done. Thus, what if, according to the home inspection report, […]
There are dozens of home inspectors in Broward County, all of whom are anxious to assist you in the home buying process. However, no two are alike where experience, expertise, and reliability are concerned. The right home inspector will educate you about the process so you have a better understanding of it. Furthermore, they will […]
It wasn’t until the mid-1970’s that home inspections became a standard practice in the home buying process here in the US. However, the dramatic narration of many home improvement programs combined with the unpredictable nature of the housing market have made home inspections a misunderstood process. Granted, most home buyers and home sellers realize that […]
Purchasing a home is the single largest investment a person will ever make in their lifetime and is one of the most important financial decisions they will ever make. So you want to ensure that such a decision is made using the right data and information. As a result, you want to ensure that you […]
Older Broward County homes offer potential home buyers aesthetically appealing facades and much sturdier construction than what you find in more modern structures. However, a professional home inspection of that charming home might just reveal a number of issues that it’s hiding and will have you wishing that you’d rented instead. As a prospective home […]
When you’re about to spend a lot of money on the purchase of a home, it’s tempting to want to cut corners to save a few dollars here and there. While you probably don’t have a problem with purchasing certain household items at the dollar store, there are certain areas where cutting corners could cost […]
If your insurance company has suggested you get a wind mitigation inspection, you may want to take it seriously, particularly since you can see a substantial decrease in your homeowners premiums. Do we have your attention? Good! What is a Wind Mitigation Inspection? So what is a wind mitigation inspection? Simply put, it is an […]
