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Why You Can’t Skip The Home Inspection

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The home inspection is one of the most important steps in your home buying process. So important, that skipping this step could have grave repercussions. Here’s why you can’t afford to skip the home inspection.

We see things you won’t see

A home inspector is a trained professional. We will see things that you won’t see. We will also check specific things around the home that you may not check yourself. Are you going to climb unto the roof? Into the attic and the crawl space? If you’re not, then at the very least you should hire someone to do so.

You have peace of mind and a warranty

A home inspector provides you with two important things: peace of mind and a type of warranty. Your home inspector wants to educate you about the home. If there any major concerns you can bring them up to the seller and negotiate a settlement, hence a type of warranty you wouldn’t otherwise have. Also, if your home inspector misses a major issue during their inspection, depending on what it is, you can still hold the seller responsible after the sale. Those are rare cases but worth mentioning.

Learn from those who skipped the home inspection

Here is a short story you can learn from. A young couple, first time homebuyers, decided they didn’t want to spend the money on a home inspection. Within 6 months of living in their house the A/C stopped working completely. It turned out the A/C had major issues which they wouldn’t have known because likely they didn’t really look at it. Had a home inspector done the job, it’s very likely the home inspector would have seen the issue with the A/C and warned them about the pending lifeline. Now that young couple will be responsible for paying for the fix. Don’t be this couple.

The list goes on and one. Truly it does. There are endless reasons why you can’t afford to skip the home inspection and shouldn’t! But these three should be enough to convince you to put the money into one of the most important steps in the home buying process! And you can schedule your inspection so easily directly from our website.

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Best Home Improvements To Sell Your House Quickly

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Every home, unless it is a new build, needs some work somewhere. However, there are specific home improvements you can make that will help sell your house quickly! Here are the top features every home buyers is looking for.

Updated kitchen and bathrooms

It’s true what they say, kitchens and bathrooms sells houses. This is because these areas are actually the most used rooms in the entire house. They are also pretty big undertakings if they need to be remodeled or updated. Getting these done can be a big investment, but most times they also offer a big return.

Make aesthetic improvements

A new A/C or water pump is great, but the truth is homebuyers start with aesthetics. A fresh coat of paint can go a long way to give a house a face lift. Steer away from any bright or custom colors. Either go with a neutral palette or take a chance with trending colors. It might also be a good idea to get guidance from your real estate agents.

Curb appeal goes a long way

Landscape is another way to get a great return on your investment. Great curb appeal attracts buyers very quickly. This can be landscaping or painting the outside of the home.

Declutter your home

Clutter can make any great space look terrible. Keeping in mind potential homebuyers are noticing the aesthetics first. So it may be good idea to move some of your stuff out. This includes the kids’ rooms.

Clean your pool

Sometimes when you decide to sell your home you somewhat “check out” on some of the home maintenance items. But a green pool would most certainly deter any homebuyer. Not to mention, you may have a hard time convincing them you simply aren’t maintaining it and there is nothing wrong with the pool system.

Don’t forget to ask your real estate agent for guidance. Real estate agents are experts in attracting homebuyers. You should trust your agent’s advice and consider a prelisting home inspection if it would suit you as well.

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How To Protect Your Home From Summer Flooding

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The summer rains are on their way. And if you remember last year, then you know it would be a good idea to get ahead of the preparations to prevent summer flooding. If you protect your home now, then you will have nothing to worry about all through summer and hurricane season.

Clean out your gutters while the sun is out

You don’t want to find out your gutters are clogged when your driveway starts flooding. Get up on that ladder and clean out those gutters to make a clear path for the rain waters.

Check your ground gutters and drains as well

Many homes in Florida also have ground gutters. These can be close to the home or close to the road. Many times the ground gutters get overlooked but they can easily get clogged with debris, leaves, and other things.

Landscaping can help soil erosion

It’s planting season and if there were ever a time to address your landscape it’s now. Planting certain plants and vegetation can minimize soil erosion.

The best way to be sure you don’t have any leaks or potential roof damage is to get a property inspection. Many people think they only need to hire a property inspector if they are selling or buying a home. The truth is, many homeowners can benefit from having their home inspected every three to five years. A qualified home inspector is trained to look for and discover issues that even you as the home buyer may not notice.

We also offer pre-listing inspections. Scheduling a pre-listing inspection gives you a leg up from waiting on a buyer to have the home inspected. If you are made aware of any major issues you can address them before listing the home for sale. Even if you do get an inspection done, you are under no obligation to share that inspection report with anyone. Schedule your home inspection now with us.

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How To Keep The Allergies Outside The House

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Allergy season is upon us, and according to the national weather service, we’re in for a big one! Thankfully, there are some things you can do to keep the allergies outside the house, making it a safe haven for you and your family.

Don’t leave the house open

It seems like a good idea to air out the house. You open all the windows, sliding doors, and let the breeze run through. However, what you’re really doing is letting the allergens in. Opt to close up instead, and focus on cleaning around the home.

Get rid of that dust

You might be waiting for Spring cleaning to do all the dusting. Instead, get ahead and dust before the allergy season hits. Get rid of the dust in all the small creases and cracks of the home to reduce your reaction.

Clean the sheets

It’s time to do a big cleaning. Clean all the sheets, blankets, and pillow cases in your home. Cleaning the sheets help to get rid of any lingering allergens or bacteria that might be hanging around.

Steam clean your carpets

A lot of people overlook their carpets. But carpets tend to soak in and keep allergens and bacteria. Vacuuming will only go so far. Instead, rent a machine or hire professionals to steam clean your carpet. This could significantly reduce allergens around your home.

We hope these tips help you survive this allergy season! Don’t forget to keep us in mind for your home inspection needs.

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How To Avoid A Disastrous Home

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No home is perfect. Even new builds have their issues. However, there are also disastrous homes you want to stay away from. Here are a few things you need to know to avoid a disastrous home.

Get a home inspection

The best thing you can do for your home is get a home inspection. In fact, the worse thing you can do as a home buyer is not inspect the home before you complete the purchase. Too often things are missed when you don’t know what to look for. A seasoned home inspector follows a very extensive list and can educate you on your new home.

Ask a lot of questions

You have two opportunities to ask a lot of questions and you want to take advantage of both. Before the home inspection and during. You should always attend the home inspection so you can address any questions you have directly with the home inspector. You also want to give the inspector an opportunity to discuss their findings or any concerns with you.

Become familiar with a sample report

A sample report will give you a template of what to expect. Reports are very long and detailed but if you become familiar with a sample report then you can read your report more easily. Keep in mind, Divinity Inspection Services will keep your report in their database for up to a year.

Feeling confident about your home inspection also means feeling confident about your home inspector. At Divinity Inspection Service, we make sure you feel comfortable, confident, and excited about your new home!