Pre-Offer Inspection
What is a pre-offer home inspection? A pre-offer home inspection is a visual inspection that goes through the major components of the house in an allotted amount of time. During sellers markets sometimes a home inspection clause in an offer will not be accepted. A visual, pre-offer, inspection is a walk-through consultation on the home you are considering putting an offer on to give you peace of mind before you commit to buying a home unconditionally. “Visual inspections” inspections are also known as “Pre-offer Consultations”, “Walk-through” or “Walk and Talk Inspections.” By the end of the inspection you will have a good grasp on the state of the home and will feel comfortable on your decision to make an offer.
A home inspection takes place after an offer is accepted. A pre-offer inspection takes place before the offer is made.
A pre-offer inspection will let you know in advance of potential costly issues to your home.
Pre-offer inspections are visual “walk and talks”. The deficiencies are discussed in person during the inspection and no report is provided.
Visual inspections are less money the complete home inspections
The scope of what is covered is dependent on the amount of time allowed in the home.
What is covered can be personally tailored on a home to home basis.
When booking a pre-offer home inspection it is recommended to co-ordinate a time between you, the seller and your realtor for the inspection. If possible schedule for as long as possible to allow a more complete inspection. To book a pre-offer consultation you can click on the link below.
