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Buyer Inspection Recommendations

Please read through these recommendations, then, click the link to submit to us your inspection report and what you want to do. Thank you!

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Important to Know: All negotiations for Inspection Items must be completed by 5PM the last day of your due diligence or you accept the home in As Is condition and will not be able to terminate the contract without losing your earnest money.

Once the inspection is complete you have several options with how to proceed. Keep in mind this is now a new negotiation and the seller may or may NOT agree to any of your requests. If the seller has a backup offer (which we may not know about) they are less likely to agree to much.

Safety Issues: If you are getting an FHA or VA loan it will be required that these are addressed. If the seller won’t agree to do these repairs you may have to handle the repairs before you can get your loan approval. Check with your lender and refer to your contract if you have an FHA or VA Exhibit for repairs.

Structural Issues: We may want to ask for an extension to your Due Diligence to allow you to have a Structural Engineer do an inspection.

Mold Issues: Be sure your inspector was qualified to test for mold, you may need to hire a specialist in this area. Mold Remediation can cost THOUSANDS of dollars but once it is remediated most contractors will warranty their work.

Our recommendation for issues other than the above:

  1. No repairs requested, all is good!
  2. Money in Lieu of repairs. Discount the price or a add a seller contribution to closing costs with a reasonable sum of what the issues will cost you to take care of later.
  3. Ask for repairs to be completed prior to closing. With this option you are at the mercy of the seller, who they hire to do the work and the quality of the work completed. We will stipulate the repairs need to be done by a licensed contractor with receipts and a warranty for the work being provided.
  4. Terminate the contract if the inspection is not what you expected. Only terminate if you no longer want the house. Even if a lot is needed, it can’t hurt to ask!

Keep in mind if you are paying top dollar for the property (compared to the list price) then the seller may be more willing to handle repairs. But, if you have been able to get a lower price than the list price or you have asked for additional favors in your offer (closing costs, items to stay with the property, contingencies, allowances, quick closing, etc) the seller may be less inclined to agree to your requests.

Inspection Investigation Topics from the Internet To Give You Basic Knowledge

Hire an Inspector: Suggested Inspection List & How to Hire an Inspector

Hire an Inspector: Suggested Inspection List & How to Hire an Inspector

Email buyers@duffyatl.com with the date and time of your inspection.

Choosing Your Inspector:

CLEVER TIP:  First, please confirm the Inspection Company you choose will warranty their inspection and will be paying the costs for any repairs that they did not uncover.  This is a RARE stand that inspection companies don’t offer. At the writing of this document, Residential Inspector offers up to $100,000.00 in protection.  The question is protection of what?  Please check.

Second, please verify that they have general liability insurance because if they damage the home while inspecting it, you, the Buyer, will be responsible for the repairs.  In this case, you will return to the Inspector to get the damages paid.

Make sure that they send you their warranty and general liability insurance binder by email.  

*****Provide your inspector with the Property Disclosure if one has been provided by the seller. You should also have this with you during the inspection.

DUFFY’s Preferred Inspector:

Residential Inspector  
770.476.4963

https://www.residentialinspector.com

Additional Inspections List You May Want to Consider, Ask Your Inspection Company

 Home inspection on New or Resale 

  •  Structural
  • Stucco
  • Siding
  • Radon
  • Waterproofing
  • Lead-Based Paint
  • Pool and Spa
  • Asbestos
  • Termite
  •  Landscape Engineer (drainage).  Exterior water drainage, rotten wood, deck, patio, walkways, porches, driveway
  • Landscaping, shrubs, plants, trees, weeds, and dead plants
  •  Fences, gates, retaining walls, pool, and hot tub
  • Renovations, remodeling, and additions, with and without permits
  • Electrical System
  • Megan’s Law for Sex Offenders
  • Septic Tank and Lines
  • Perk Test
  • Flood
  • Survey
  • UREA formaldehyde foam
  •  Polybutylene pipe
  •  HVAC units
  • Well and Water test
  • Utility bills
  • Infestations, i.e., rats, bats in the attic, bed bugs, roaches, ants
  • E. coli (if near pasture)
  • Roof and Attic
  • Exterior water drainage
  • Rental – tenants; verify leases, security deposit, and maintenance log
  • School ratings verify the current school district
  • Title Insurance – www.gsccca.org
  • Drive to work
  • Storage space, closet space
  • Nearby zoning matters
  • HOA/Condo CCRs, easements
  • Home service contracts, security systems, exterior cameras, wireless doorbell
  • Landscaping, pool maintenance
  •  Review the insurance Clue Report.
  •  Inquire about previous animals on the property
  •  Check FEMA for flood zone and drainage issues
  • Ask to see recent receipts for repairs to the home

CLEVER TIP:  The whole point of this property inspection checklist is to become more confident in your home purchase.  The more you inspect, the more you become certain.  

Step 5 of the Protection Timeline offers a lot of certainty tips.

We appreciate you and your referrals.  Thank you for trusting DUFFY.

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