I as a full time home inspector am constantly surprised by some of the questions Real Estate Agents ask me. Like do I really need to get an electrician to fix/correct this item. Do I really need a HVAC contractor for this item. These questions of course are in regards to our recommendations in the reports we have written for their clients.
Speaking for my self as an inspector if I recommend contacting a qualified licensed electrical contractor to correct a situation I encountered while inspecting a home that’s what I mean. Full stop.
The other surprise is how often the Agent tries to explain to their clients that some item that I have just encountered during the inspection is something that I report on on all houses. First off they are not along at all my inspections and second what is their point? A fire safety issue is a fire safety issue. It still needs to be dealt with properly by the appropriate licensed contractor.
My recommendation to clients is listen to your inspectors about their findings, it is their area of training. Great agents do not try to spin every situation. I do not question the roofer that shows up on the job, or the pest inspector. Listen to the agent about items that are their expertise. Yes they may have some experience they even will be right on occasion, but do you want them to call a plumber they know to fix a roofing problem your inspector reported on? How about a handyman?
Do not hesitate to call your inspector and ask questions about the inspection and their report. You paid them for their expertise so use it. Just please do not call me about some clause in your Real Estate Contract.
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All the best out there!
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