Before the sale of a house is finalized and the closing date for signing the transfer of ownership and mortgage papers are ready for the buyer's signature most lenders insist that the property under contract by inspected by someone that is trained to notice any small defect in materials or construction. By conducting a comprehensive home inspection Georgia and Alabama residents that are ready to finalize the purchase of a home can discover if there are any builder defects in the construction. Whether purchasing a new house that has just been completed or buying a resale home from someone that has put their property on the market the work that is done by a home inspector in Alabama or Georgia is essential to the peace of mind of the buyer and their financial lender that is backing the sale.
For someone that is unfamiliar with real estate transactions the inspection of a house allows the buyer to know exactly what they are getting into. Whether they are a first time buyer or upgrading their house to meet the needs of a growing family the inspection and appraisal of a property need to be completed before the buyer sits down at the closing table. Often included as a provision in the sales contract a southern home inspection enables the buyer to bring in an unbiased third party who can look at everything inside and outside the home and who is able to discern if there is any defect or damage that could postpone or cancel the sale. Looking for mold and insect infestations as well as checking the condition of appliances and the possibility of flood damage, plumbing or electrical issues and the state of the roofing the home inspector can fill out a comprehensive report that allows the buyer to move forward or retract their offer on the purchase of the home.
If everything is acceptable and no repair work needs to be done the closing date can remain in force and the buyer may be able to move into their new home in as little as 3 to 4 weeks after making an offer and being under contract to buy. If however the inspection unveils damage that needs to be addressed the buyer can choose to negotiate with the seller over the cost of repairs or if the damage is extensive can walk away from the deal altogether. In either case the report from a home inspection gives Alabama and Georgia residents the comfort of knowing what they are buying and whether or not the property is a sound investment for them.