Homewerx Home Inspection in Mesa, AZ

Category: Selling a Home

  • Selling Your Home – Where to Start?

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  • How Do I Choose A Home Inspector?

    Because there are many inexperienced Home Inspectors in Arizona, choosing the right Home Inspector is essential.  Here are a few tips:

    • Ask many questions – if the person doesn’t seem to want to answer your questions, call Homewerx!  We’ll be happy to take the time to answer your questions thoroughly!
    • How long has the company been in business?  Homewerx has been proudly serving Arizona since 1999!
    • What are the Inspectors qualifications?  Homewerx only hires quality Inspectors with extensive construction backgrounds.
    • Are the company AND Inspector properly licensed?  Arizona requires both Inspectors and Inspection Firms to be registered with the Board of Technical Registration.  Homewerx meets or exceeds all state requirements.
    • Are ALL of the company’s Home Inspectors ASHI® Members or Candidates?  Homewerx requires all Inspectors to be an ASHI® Member or Candidate…no exceptions!
    • Is the company and/or Inspector adequately insured?  It is important that the company and/or Inspector has E&O Insurance, General Liability Insurance AND Workman’s Comp.  All of these insurance policies cover different situations and the company is not fully insured without all 3 types.  While a bond meets the legal requirement, good inspection companies go above and beyond.  Rest assured that Homewerx is FULLY insured for your protection.
    • Does the company and/or Inspector offer a written guarantee?  If the company does not stand behind their work, don’t hire them.  Homewerx offers several guarantees to our Clients!
    • What type of report will I get and when will I get it?  Many companies still use a checklist report and they give you a carbon copy at the end of the inspection.  Assuming you can even read the Inspector’s writing, this type of report usually gives you very little information about the property.  Some of these checklist reports do not even meet the State’s minimum reporting requirements.  At Homewerx, we provide an easy-to-read narrative report with color photos.  The report is delivered within 24 hours of the inspection (usually by email, but that is up to the Client!).

  • Should I attend the inspection?

    You are not required to attend your home inspection.  However, if at all possible, you should be present!  If you are not able to attend the entire inspection, you should at least try to show up at the end of the inspection.  This will allow you to meet with your Inspector and discuss his findings.  Although you will receive a detailed report, it is always easier to understand a problem if you can look at it while it is being explained.

    The inspection is also a great opportunity to become familiar with the home’s various systems, locations of shut off valves, electrical boxes, etc.

  • When Do I Request a Home Inspection?

    Home inspections are usually scheduled 3-5 days in advance, although we’re usually able to accomodate last minute emergencies.

    In Arizona, you usually have 10 days from date of contract sigining to get your inspection done and give the sellers a list of any disapproved items.  However, each contract is unique so you should always discuss the timing of your home inspection with your Real Estate Agent or attorney.

  • How long does a home inspection take?

    A home inspection usually takes 2-3 hours.  However, it all depends on the age and size of the house, as well as the home’s condition and features.  Vacant homes usually take less time to inspect than occupied homes.