AmeriSpec Home Inspection

Interested in learning a bit more about the home inspection process and how it can benefit both the seller and the buyer? This video describes what a home inspection service is, what's done during a home inspection, and why an inspection necessary in the home buying or selling process. If you have three minutes, check the video out and tweet us or leave a post on our Facebook page with any questions you might have.

A home inspection is a close, detailed look at your home; particularly, its structure and other important areas. This service is available to aid home owners or potential home buyers with examining the important facets of the home and making notes of any serious issues. This inspection usually takes place after a contract is signed by someone looking to purchase a home. The contract, more often than not, is contingent on the home passing an inspection done by a home inspector, such as AmeriSpec . If the home passes, the sale will go through. Home owners who are selling also hire home inspectors to identify any issues in advance so that they can be fixed before the home goes on the market. If you're looking to schedule a home inspection for your property or one you're interested in buying, you can do so through AmeriSpec. AmeriSpec has been in business since 1993 and has performed over 48,000 home inspections. You can schedule an inspection by calling 952-854-5110.

Temperatures are already starting to dip and winter hasn't officially arrived yet. If you're selling your home or are looking to buy one, a home inspection is a vital part of the process. In some cases, an inspector can uncover an issue with your home that would have gone unnoticed during the summer, but will be highly noticeable in the winter. Cover all your bases by having a home inspection performed that looks at things like air leaks, properly-functioning heating and cooling systems, and clean vents and ducts. If you're selling your home, fixing these issues can help you sell more quickly. If you're buying a home, you'll have a vested interest in discovering any problems before you put your money down.

A recent story from KAAL-TV in Austin , Texas caught our attention. Angie's List: Finding a Reputable Home Inspector   (ABC 6 NEWS) -- A recent Angie's List poll finds that more than half of people who built a home during the housing boom later found problems with it.   A home inspector is always a wise decision when buying a house, but you may be surprised to hear it may be especially important when buying a home built between 1999 and 2007.   "During the housing boom, houses were going up fast and furious. So fast that code inspectors were having trouble keeping up with the housing," said Angie Hicks of Angie's List. It’s disturbing to think that so many housing inspections went so wrong. The best way to prevent this from happening to you is by making sure whatever home inspection agency you work with can be trusted and has a reputation for quality work. How? Check their credentials: Make sure they are licensed, insured and bonded. See if the...