TEC INSPECTION SERVICES 

CHIEF INSPECTOR:TOM CRAY  (760)417-1855

WHY HAVE A HOME INSPECTION PRIOR TO A SALE PURCHASE?

The goal of a home inspection is to give the client a much better understanding of the physical condition of the structure than would otherwise be known. To achieve this an inspector conducts a visual inspection of the home and its systems.

BUYERS: A home is the single most expensive purchase most of us will ever make. For a small fee you can use my services to get a much better idea of the homes physical condition than you would otherwise have known.  Most states require that the purchase and sales agreement have a clause allowing you the right to have the home inspected to your satisfaction or get a full refund of your deposit. Exercising this right is definitely in your best interest.  During the home inspection, the inspector can educate the buyer on the various types of systems in the home, show them how they are operated, answer any questions they may have, and provide valuable maintenance suggestions.  Large and costly problems may be brought to your attention before you buy the home.  You may  have the seller make repairs or negotiate the sale of the home . The choice is yours. You will be in a far more difficult position if problems are discovered after the deal is closed. 

SELLERS: Before you put your house on the market, you may want to seriously consider the benefits of having it inspected. Without a doubt, this is the best time for a home inspection for all involved.  All too often, a home inspection is performed as a final contingency of a sale with little time to absorb its impact. Any reported deficiencies at this time of high emotional stress can easily be blown out of proportion causing an over reaction and possibly the end of the deal. People are far more receptive to such deficiencies when they are disclosed to them up front, perhaps while they are viewing the home for the first time. The additional benefits to a seller are fewer renegotiations, less surprises, a better selling price, less likely litigation for improper disclosure and an increased chance that a deal will close. Having a pre-sale inspection given to a buyer does not remove the buyer's responsibility to perform their own due diligence and have their own inspection of the property.

A HOME INSPECTOR will inspect the condition of the structural components, exterior, roofing, plumbing, electrical, heating, insulation and ventilation, air conditioning, and interiors. Our Home Inspection service gives the buyer an impartial physical evaluation of the overall condition of the home and items that need to be repaired or replaced. The cost of a Certified Home Inspection is primarily dependent upon the size of the home.  Certain factors may also affect the cost, such as pools and spas, out buildings, etc. Typically, the cost for an inspection up to 2000 sq ft is $275.00, each addition 500 sq ft or portion of is $25.00 additional.  If you have any questions please contact me at tomcray@mchsi.com.