A professionally conducted home inspection followed by a written evaluation is becoming standard in the home buyer process.
You have the right to request an inspection by a professional inspector of your choice of any property you are considering purchasing. I recommend ALWAYS exercising your option to have the physical condition of the property and its inclusions inspected. Many of the major and potentially expensive repairs such as mechanical, electrical, structural, plumbing, and roofing are not noticeable to the untrained eye.
Professional Home Inspectors will provide the service of identifying any existing problems, and their reports assist buyers in communicating and negotiating inspection issues with the seller.
I recommend you always obtain a Home Inspection, as well as any Surveys, Improvement Location Certificates, and any other specialized inspections as needed beyond the genral home inspection, such as Septic and Well inspections.
Home Inspectors:
Jeffrey Lyons - A-Pro Home Inspections
Environmental Inspectors (Mold, Asbestos, Air Quality):
Joe Boatman - Quality Environmental Services
Ed Novik - Accurate Inspection Service
Surveyors:
Sterling Bennink - Flatirons Inc.
Well Testing:
Colorado State Approved Groundwater Well Testers
Septic Inspectors:
Boulder County Approved SepticSmart Inspectors
A Home Warranty is a service agreement that provides protection against the cost of unexpected wear and tear repairs or replacement on your property's major mechanical systems, electrical, plumbing, appliances, roof, and more.
A Home Warranty is available for single family homes, condominiums, townhouses, duplexes, etc... A typical Home Warranty will apply to any home whether or not it is your primary residence. Anyone can pay for a Home Warranty -- buyer or seller and can be purchased before or after closing. Another option is to split the cost at closing.
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