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Todd R. Thomas, NACHI Certified Inspector Telephone: 865-556-9419 Email: todd@tchitn.com |
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What is a Home Inspection? The home buying or selling process can be confusing and stressful. Not only do you need to consider things such as price, you also have to worry about whether the home itself has issues that may become costly surprises down the road or, if you are the seller, affect your ability to sell the home at the price and within the time frame you want. As Professional Home Inspectors, its our job to identify key issues for you. The Home Inspection is an unbiased, professional examination of the visible and accessible structural components and systems of the home. It provides you with an educated opinion and an easy to understand written report on the condition of the home. Think of it as a physical checkup for the home. It will help reveal the positive attributes of the home as well as any defects, repairs, or safety hazards that may exist. As with any physical checkup, the inspector may recommend further evaluation with specialists. To see what's included in our Report and Standard Home Inspection please see Home Inspection.
Why Get a Professional Home Inspection? A home may be the biggest investment you will ever make. It is vital to make educated decisions about its repair, maintenance, and safety. Our professional home inspectors are client advocates, providing education and information critical to budgeting and decision making. Whether you are a home buyer seeking to make an educated purchase decision, a home owner prioritizing maintenance and repair costs, or a seller getting the home ready for sale, our professional home inspection will help provide the information you need.
Should I be at the Home Inspection? We strongly encourage you to accompany the inspector during your home inspection. This will give you a chance to ask questions and address your concerns. We believe that it is our inspectors' role to educate as well as evaluate. In addition to discussing any repair, maintenance, or safety concerns, the inspector will inform you about the location of utility shutoffs and educate you about the systems of the home and their maintenance. If you have seen the home through the inspector's eyes it will be easier to understand your written report. How Long Does the Home Inspection Take? An average inspection takes about 3-4 hours. This may of course vary according to the size, age, and condition of the home. When the inspection is complete, we will review our findings and answer any questions you may have. A comprehensive report is usually in your e-mail as an Adobe PDF file attachment the following morning (within 24 hours). If you would prefer a hard-copy of the report arrangements can be made for this mode of delivery as well. Copies of the report can be provided to your real estate agent as long as we get your approval to share.
Can I Do It Myself? Even the most experienced homeowner lacks the knowledge and years of expertise of a professional home inspector. An inspector is familiar with the elements of home construction and remains completely objective and unemotional about the home.
Can A Home Inspection Fail? NO! A professional home inspection is an examination of the condition of the home on the day it is inspected; it is not an appraisal, which determines market value or a municipal inspection, which verifies local code compliance, but rather describes its visible physical condition and indicates what may need major repairs in the near future. How Much Does It Cost? The purchase of a property will likely be the most expensive investment people will make in their lives, it doesn't make sense to shop for the least expensive inspector you can find. What is the saying, "Pennywise and Pound Foolish". That is most certainly true, in today's world, you get what you pay for. Don't be fooled by individuals whose training consists of viewing a video tape for 2 hours and then claim to be a "House Inspector" Check for "Certifications" before hiring an inspector. No Home Inspection can guarantee there won't be problems, even new homes are not perfect on the day their new owners move in. A Certified Home Inspector can point out existing or potential problems that would require attention either by the seller or buyer. You, the buyer, save yourself from problems you never contemplated when buying the "Dream House" you wanted. You, the seller, are complying with current disclosure laws concerning the sale of your property. See our Information on Fees page for more details.
Why Thomas Certified Home Inspections, LLC. ?Simply put... there will always be others out there that can do a job quicker, cheaper and find a way to cut corners. In home inspection our philosophy has always been to provide the highest level of service for our clients. We inspect carefully, systematically, and maintain close scrutiny on all testing and documentation. Our reputation is critical to our longevity in the industry, and we try our hardest to protect our clients. Remember we offer independent objective inspections so that you will know the conditions and costs associated with the home you are considering. We work only for you, and have no interest in whether you buy or not...just that you understand what you are buying. See our My Qualifications page for more details. Traditional Houses-Mobile Homes-Townhouses-Duplexes Call now to schedule your inspection appointment, 865-556-9419. "Specializing in first time home owners"
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Thomas Certified Home Inspections, LLC Call Todd to schedule an inspection at 865-556-9419 Email: todd@tchitn.com Thomas Certified Home Inspections, LLC. Independently Owned and Operated Copyright © 2007 V |
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