AmeriSpec Home Inspection

If you've ever purchased a home before, you know how important it is to have a home inspection performed by a professional home inspector prior to closing on the house. Any purchase agreement should include wording that the sale is subject to your approval of such an inspection. It wouldn't be practical to have an inspector look at every property that you are considering, however, you can do some preliminary investigation on your own. You don't need to have all the qualifications of a professional inspector, but as you are looking at different properties, you may be able to spot typical signs of potential serious problems. Here are a few Minneapolis home inspection tips to guide you in your search to find a good property. As you walk around the outside of the house and the inside of the basement. Look for signs of cracks in the foundation. A hairline crack may not be a serious matter, but it is something that you will want an expert to check out before you buy. ...

Be sure to get a professional home inspection for your new Twin Cities home. A lot of folks tend to brush off the home inspection as a technicality. Some confuse it with a walk through just before taking possession to make sure that all of the appliances and fixtures are still there and that no one has poked holes in the walls. A formal home inspection is an extensive visual inspection of your entire home. When home inspectors do their job, they will be crawling through the attic, basement, and crawl spaces to check out the structure, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems. They’ll be looking for signs of past or present water damage as well as more cosmetic problems. If there is electrical power and water available, they will check the operation of all the appliances, as well as the functionality of the faucets, showers, toilets, and drains. They will also check the exterior as part of the home inspection. They’ll be looking at the layout of the land for any signs of improper drainag...

Why should you have a professional Twin Cities home inspection company take a look at the property you're thinking of buying or selling? We asked this very question in a recent article and noted: You may not find pre-existing problems for weeks, months or even years after your purchase. A properly trained and qualified home inspector can usually detect potential trouble with your plumbing, electrical or mechanical home systems, as well as roofing or structural problems. They could also identify such things as moisture seepage and radon gas. It would be rare for the average home buyer to even know of all the possible dangers, let alone being able to spot them. So, you might be thinking you're saving a few dollars by not getting the home inspected, but you might be costing yourself a lot more than you would have spent. Eventually, problem properties will being to exhibit problems, and you'll find yourself with possible hefty repair costs. Experience is important in wha...

Before you take the big step of purchasing a new home, it's highly recommended that you have a St Paul property inspections company like AmeriSpec check things out. If you don't heed this advice, you risk putting a lot of your money into an investment that's going to actually cost you more money in damages and repairs. Take the story of one inspector, who was called to a four month old home by the new owners, who complained of a "musty" odor in the master bedroom and bathroom. Upon inspection, the home inspector found three significant problems with the home that would have been caught with a pre-purchase inspection. The first: there were no bathroom exhaust fans installed. The second: the bath's drain was not even connected to the home drainage pipe. And lastly: mold growth had sprung up under the wallpaper near the tub. Unfortunately, the mold was of the toxic variety, and the home builder had gone out of business, so the homeowners were forced to pay ove...

An online publication called the Gilroy Dispatch recently ran a story based around a question from a reader, who asked this: "My agent is recommending a lot of expensive inspections. What do I really need and why?" The article did a great job answering the question about why such inspections are necessary, and let the reader know that their real estate agent wasn't trying to make them spend a lot of money, but was instead making sure the reader, a potential home buyer, made an informed decision about the property they were looking to buy. "I’ve had buyers back out of deals after an inspection revealed expensive or unsafe conditions," said the article's author, Lee Schmidt. "Never once have they complained about the cost of the inspection. Look at it as money well spent to insure that you are making the right decision." Home inspectors look closely at a long list of different items. Inspectors with AmeriSpec Home Inspection Service, in part...

Are you having a home inspection done on your MN home? Whether you're the buyer or the seller, this is a wise move, as a home inspection will alert you to flaws and potential problems with the structure, wiring, and systems located inside and outside of the home. When you've decided on a home inspection company, there are a few questions you can ask your inspector to get a feel for how qualified they are, and the type of job they're going to do. Ask about experience. How trained is this particular inspector to do a MN home inspection? Ask about the education the inspector received, as well as the amount of on-the-job experience they have. Ask questions during the process. A good home inspection specialist will expect to answer questions during the process. AmeriSpec specialists, for instance, welcome you to be present and walk through the inspection with the inspector so that you can ask any questions. Ask for a report afterwards. It's important that you know ...

The most common time a home inspection is performed is during the sale of a home. A sale rarely goes through without a home inspection, simply because any deficiencies found with the home can provide savings for the buyer, or a warning for the buyer to look elsewhere for a home. A home inspection is the first intensive look at a MN home; digging deep to inspect every nook and cranny, and find all of the flaws. Most home inspectors will provide a list of items that need to be addressed once the home inspection is complete, and in some cases, the buyer will request that the necessary repairs are made to the trouble locations before the sale is finalized. If you're buying a MN home, don't skimp out on a home inspection ! It's a process that could wind up saving you a lot of money, or saving you from the potential dangers of a home that are otherwise unknown. And if you're looking for a good home inspection company to call, get in touch with AmeriSpec at (952) 854-5110...

A home inspection is not only a good idea from a financial standpoint (as it can help you fix problems before you sell your home), it's also a good idea from a safety perspective, as well. After all, you don't want to move into a house that is falling apart. HGTV aired a program about the biggest real estate mistakes you can make, and coming in at #5 was "Not Getting a Professional Home Inspection." We've embedded the video below for your viewing pleasure.

Home inspectors can come across some very strange things while looking around homes, from questionable construction decisions to other quirky, out-of-place sights. We showed you some strange home inspection images in the past, and now it's time for more. Here are a few more images collected from home inspectors around the country. Definitely not something you want to find while inspecting a dark crawlspace. This bird seems to enjoy the view. This frog got a little too close to the power line. Another animal meets its end. Need a home inspection in the Twin Cities region of Minnesota? Give AmeriSpec Home Inspection Service a call at (952) 854-5110.

In addition to our home inspection services, AmeriSpec also offers electronic radon testing . Radon is a radioactive gas that, in certain doses, is known to cause cancer. One of the most difficult things about radon detection is the fact that you can't see radon in the air. You can't smell it or taste it, either. But this doesn't mean the gas isn't present in your home. That's why it's important to test for it. AmeriSpec uses electronic radon detectors to test areas of your home and get radon reading levels. If levels are 4 picocuries per liter (pCi/L) or higher, something will need to be taken care of inside your home to get the levels down to an acceptable range. Don't take a chance with radon. Contact AmeriSpec to schedule your home radon test today at (952) 854-5110.

A post by Freshome , an interior design & architecture blog, takes a look at ten different ways to improve your home's value before you put it on the market. We were happy to find home inspections made it onto the list. 9.) Get a Home Inspection: A home inspector can point out unforeseen issues that you never would have found. Issues like roofing, plumbing, heating/air conditioning, and electrical need to be addressed before an offer is made on your home. Remember, a potential buyer can walk away from their offer if your home fails a quality home inspection. We're in absolute agreement that a home inspection can improve your home's value. If your home passes with flying colors, it gives a potential buyer the peace of mind they might need to move forward with a purchase. If any deficiencies are discovered, it allows you time to make the necessary repairs before you put your home up for sale. AmeriSpec proudly serves the Twin Cities region of Minnesota with home i...

The job of a home inspector can have its exciting/scary moments, too. Some of our home inspection colleagues from around the country have encountered interesting, awkward, and sometimes dangerous situations while on duty, and they've been summed up in an article by This Old House called " Home Inspection Nightmares X ." Here are a few. This 12-inch roof rat decided to make an appearance when home inspector Brandon Dyles of Tennessee opened an attic door.   PA home inspector Joe Randazzo discovered an HVAC duct being supported by, yes, a piece of luggage with a brick on top. Something tells us the luggage and brick did not come with the system. An 8-foot boa constrictor guards this sub panel that Rick Hall of Connecticut had to access during a home inspection. Be sure to give AmeriSpec a call for home inspection services in the Twin Cities metro region. Our number is (952) 854-5110.

We recently gathered up some of the latest reviews our home inspection customers have given us, and we thought it would be nice to share them with you here. "Arrived on time and was very thorough and kind throughout the process. He answered all of my questions with great detail and professionalism. I would definitely recommend AmeriSpec to a friend in need of an efficient and helpful inspector. After the inspection, I was provided with detailed specs of the inspection and, to my surprise, they even provided a complimentary home repair manual which includes everything from plumbing to painting and everything in between. Also included are some coupons for typical expenses you encounter with every move." -Jeremy M. "Kevin - our inspector - was early to begin with, and he was thorough in his inspection of all aspects of the house. He provided personal feedback from his experiences with houses and gave well calculated ideas on potential updates/fixes for various aspects...

Earlier last month, we set up a booth at the RE/MAX Day of Distinction, an event that took place at the St. Paul RiverCentre on February 9. We were thrilled at the opportunity to answer questions from those present, and chat with realtors and other home industry professionals. We even managed to snap a few pictures along the way. This first photo is of Kevin manning our booth, and interacting with attendees. Here's another photo, featuring Kevin and legendary NFL quarterback Joe Theismann, who was the keynote speaker at the event. We enjoyed our time at the Day of Distinction event, and want to thank all of the attendees who stopped by the booth to say hi or chat about the home inspection services we provide. It was great to meet all of you!

Have you recently built a brand new home? If you haven't had a home inspector come and take a look, it's a highly recommended step. Why have a home inspection performed on your new home? For starters, an inspector may find work that your construction company did poorly or missed altogether. There may be household equipment or systems that have become damaged in the time between construction completion and move-in. Don't find out years later that something is missing from your home -- proactively hire a home inspector! AmeriSpec Home Inspection Services would be happy to help. Give us a call at (952) 854-5110 to schedule an appointment today!

The AmeriSpec Home Inspection team will be on hand at the 2012 RE/MAX Day of Distinction, a vendor show taking place at the St. Paul RivercCentre. We'll be there from 2-4PM, and we'd love it if you stopped by and said hello! Need directions? We've embedded a Google Map to the St. Paul RiverCentre below. View Larger Map Thanks, and we hope to meet you there!

It's tax season, and people around the country are getting ready to file their paperwork with Uncle Sam. If you're anticipating a refund from the IRS, you could spend it on a variety of different things. Why not use it to check the integrity and structural soundness of your home? AmeriSpec Home Inspection Service has been inspecting homes since 1993, performing over 48,000 home inspections around the country. Residents of the Twin Cities region trust AmeriSpec for home inspection, electronic radon testing, and thermal imaging services. We'd love to put our experience to work for you. Ready to get started? Give us a call today at (952) 854-5110.