Homes or Land in Moscow, Idaho

• Heating and air-conditioning
• Plumbing and wiring
• Roof and attic
• Walls and ceilings
• Floors
• Windows and doors
• Foundation and basement
  

Getting a professional inspection is crucial for older homes because age often takes its toll on the roof and other hard-to-reach areas.

New homes frequently have defects as well, caused by an oversight during construction or simply human error.

Getting an Inspector

• Terri can recommend an experienced, unbiased home inspector.
• You are welcome to use your own, or find one using the Yellow Pages or online.
• Home inspections cost a few hundred dollars, depending on house size and location.
• You may find the cost of inspection high, but it can save you money in the long run.

Inspection Timing and Results

Home buyers usually arrange for an inspection after signing a contract or purchase agreement with the seller. The results may be available immediately or within a few days.

The home inspector will review his or her findings and alert you to any costly or potentially hazardous conditions. Some inspectors may allow you to be present during the walkthrough.

You could include a clause in your purchase agreement making it dependent upon satisfactory inspection results. If major problems are found, you can back out of the deal. If costly repairs are warranted, the seller may be willing to adjust the home's price or the contract's terms.