When Dave performs the inspection, he:
- Focuses on safety-related items
- Protects the interest of the buyer
- Informs the seller of unknown issues
- Yields potential negotiating points between buyer and seller
Two primary issues: safety and deterioration
- Safety-related
- radon (PA has most radon)
- Asbestos
- Lead paint
- Smoke and CO detectors
- Railings
- Gris
- Overloaded panel
- Mold
- Structural problems
Deterioration
- Water damage
- Insects
- Rot and aging
In response to questions, Dave indicated that:
- A disclaimer tells the buyer what is not inspected
- Inspections of the home can be done for persons interested in renting a home
- A walk-through inspection is also available for $150