Pre- Listing Inspections can help you CLOSE QUICKER

"In a competitive market a pre-listing inspection can set your house apart from others."

Eventually your buyer is going to conduct an inspection.  While a pre-listing inspection will not head off every potential "deal-breaker" issue, most agree the benefits outweigh holding off on the inpsection until after contract acceptance.  Here are some benefits of conducting the inspection prior to listing:

• A report can help you substantiate a higher asking price if problems don't exist or have been corrected.   
• A seller inspection lightens negotiations and last minute renegotiations.        
• The deal is less likely to fall apart the way they often do when a buyer's inspection unexpectedly reveals a problem.                                               
• You can chose your inspector and are not at the mercy of the buyer's inspector, as well as schedule the inspection when it is convienient for you.                                             
• It allows you to make repairs ahead of time, finding reasonably priced contractors.                                                                                                        
• It reduces your liablility by adding professional supporting documentation to your disclosure statement.
• It allows you to price your home realistically and to see your home through the eyes of an unbiased third party.
• Buyers may feel more comfortable in moving ahead with an offer because it provides them with a feeling of confidence.

In addition to all these benefits ESSENTIAL HOME INPSECTIONS offers a special pricing rate to those customers who schedule a combination inspection.

Pre-Listing & Pre-Purchase 

We offer a discounted price on the inspection of your new home with the purchase of a pre-sale inspection.

Call to schedule your inspection today!  We are proud of our service and confident you will be to.

MOBILE 704-746-6007                   OFFICE  704-658-0934

Sellers You Can Make the Inspection Process Easier

A few simple maintanence issues can be ESSENTIAL for a quick and efficient closing, especially in time sensitive cases.  The following checklist provides the seller with pre-inspection items that could allow for a smoother process on their way to selling the home. 

• Ensure that all utilities are on (pilot flames are lit)
• Change or clean the return air duct filters
• Free any windows painted shut, check to ensure all windows are operational (open, close and lock safely)  
• Clean the gutters and downspouts
• Replace all burnt out light bulbs
• Service your HVAC unit if it has not been serviced within the past year
• All receptacles and switches need covers 
• Make sure carbon monoxide (CO) dectectors and smoke detectors are operating, change bateries if needed
• Replace any deteriorated weather stripping
• Test safety features, manufacturers test buttons, on smoke dectectors, garage door auto reverse, GFCI and AFCI receptacles
• Check that installed appliances are functioning
• Repair fallen or missing insulation
• Check all door hardware and locks (ensure proper opening, closing and locking)         

Please call Essential Home Inspections if you have any questions or if you are relocating in the area and would like an inspection for your next home!

Office 704-658-0934                     Mobile   704-746-6007