Understanding the home inspection

The home inspection can be an uncertain process for people during the home search. It can uncover items or problems with the property that are unfamiliar to you or may seem bigger obstacles than you can handle.

However, the hallmark of a great home inspector is the ability to be able to educate and explain to the home buyer or seller on any issues or concerns that they don't understand and provide an education that will empower them to know what they are looking at and how to remedy anything.

What to look for in a home inspector?

Prospective home owners on Long island deserve top tier services and Butler Home Inspection, LLC aims to provide what you'd expect from a standout inspector.

• Clear and calm communication: The inspection can be perceived as stressful and unsure; especially if its on a property a client really likes. Clearly and calmly explaining the findings of the report and being available for follow up questions and concerns.

• A detailed Inspection: Inspecting the major components of the home including

  * Structural elements (the foundation, roofing, framing)

  * Plumbing and electrical

  *HVAC system conditions and type

  *Conditions of doors, windows and insulation

  *Making sure appliances, outlets and fixtures and more are in working order

• A detailed, easy to read electronic report: At Butler Home Inspection, LLC I provide to my clients a report highlighting any findings and explanations and recommendations in an easy to read, detailed report that has pictures and comments to accompany findings. As well, the reports come with severity rankings to highlight timeframes any findings should be addressed.

• Professional and timely: Your inspector should be above all professional and timely in answering the phone, getting you scheduled and being diligent in the inspection and the reporting. At Butler Home Inspection, LLC my clients can expect that they are in good hands from the first call, through the inspection process and in the months and years afterwards.

Why should you get a home inspection?

The inspection at its core is providing an education and understanding about a particular property. Each one will have different quirks and characteristics that have different needs. Some properties will be more novice friendly while others are more suited for repeat home buyers or ones with experience on home remedying. At the end of the day, it's important to keep in mind that most everything is fixable.

The inspection will uncover things the home buyer or seller may not know to look for or what they are seeing. Items such as possible hidden moisture, foundation problems and quirks or issues with the electrical and plumbing systems.

Your inspector should have some guidance on who you can go to for remedying any issues, such as multiple contractors, specialists, and electricians and HVAC technicians they trust to provide quality services.

The inspection will identify any found safety concerns and allows you to see what potential costs will be to remedy them. The inspection report will provide a negotiation tool in leverage. The inspection allows for peace of mind in that you know exactly what you are looking at with a particular property and any challenges that come with it. This education will empower you to make the right calls for you and your family.

The inspection process is about the people buying or selling the home above all. Choosing a home inspector who does right by you and has your best interests during this process creates the trust you want and need during this part of the home search. Trust that Butler Home Inspection, LLC keeps your concerns and needs at the forefront of every single step.