A home inspection is a visual, non-invasive examination of the condition of a home or building.
There is a need to have a skilled professional inspect key areas of the home prior to the purchase in order to mitigate the risk of the investment. As of September 1, 2011, the Alberta government legislated all home inspectors in Alberta must be licensed. With "Above the Footings Property Inspections" the inspector prepares and delivers to the client an easy to understand computer generated report of the findings complete with photos. The inspector will check the roof, exterior, foundation and lot grades, basement, interior, attic, heating system, water heater, air-conditioning system, structure, plumbing, electrical, and many other aspects of buildings looking for improper building practices, those items that require extensive repairs, items that are general maintenance issues, as well as some fire and safety issues. The client then uses the knowledge gained to make informed decisions about their pending real estate purchase. The home inspector describes the condition of the home at the time of inspection.
A contract to purchase a house may, at the buyer's request, include a contingency that the contract is not valid until the buyer, through a home inspector, has had an opportunity to verify the condition of the property. |
