Home Inspections Getting your home ready for the inspection
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Getting Your Home Ready for Inspection
Summary
When preparing your home for an inspection, it’s essential to present it in the best possible condition. A lack of preparation can make buyers wary, as inaccessible areas may raise suspicions. By completing routine maintenance, you can avoid alarming lists of defects in inspection reports that might deter potential buyers.Tips for Preparing Your Home
1. Ensure Power Supply: Keep the electricity on throughout the home. Inspectors won’t flip circuit breakers, so make sure all circuits are active.
2. Fuel and Appliances: Verify that gas or fuel supplies are turned on for all appliances and that pilot lights are lit. Inspectors will not turn on valves or light pilot lights.
3. Water Supply: Ensure water is operational at all fixtures. Inspectors won’t adjust valves to restore water flow.
4. Functional Lighting: Replace any burned-out light bulbs to ensure all fixtures are operational.
5. Clear Under Sink Areas: Remove stored items from under sinks to provide clear access.
6. Attic Access: If attic entry is blocked by personal belongings or shelving, clear the pathway. Inspectors will not move items to access the attic.
7. Doors and Windows: Use a screwdriver to check for loose hardware. Ensure all doors and windows open and close smoothly.
8. Roof and Gutters: Clean debris from the roof and gutters to ensure they are in good condition.
9. Leaks and Repairs: Check for and repair minor leaks under sinks and in the basement.
10. HVAC Maintenance: Have your heating and cooling systems serviced, and keep maintenance records available for reference.
Addressing these tasks can minimize the number of defects noted in a home inspection report, increasing your chances of securing a successful sale.
Finding a Home Inspector
For those in Wisconsin, visit [Wisconsin Home Inspectors](http://wisconsin-home-inspectors.com). National options include [Find an Inspector](http://findaninspector.us) and [Home Inspections USA](http://homeinspections-usa.com).
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