Review the contract up front.
The majority of contracts contain similar terms describing services and limiting liability. Mainly the price of the inspector's fee.
Study the report with your buyer clients.
Inspectors should put their observations in writing. Sit down with the report and adjust with the sellers' disclosure statement. If needed, suggest a second opinion.
Be ready to recommend specialists.
When an inspector finds a red flag, the buyers might want to bring in another expert, such as an HVAC contractor, plumber, or civil engineer, to inspect the issue. Buyers should get estimates for repairs and decide what they would like the seller to fix or offer as credit.
Discourage seller participation.
Inspectors may not feel comfortable pointing out problems with the sellers are in the room.
Shadow the inspector.
Thorough inspections cover electrical, plumbing, roofing, HVAC, and more. Inspectors will look for things that represent deficiencies but are in view. They won't pull up carpet or look for hidden defects. Besides exposing problems, inspectors will point out systems and provide buyers with guidance on how to maintain them.
Understand options if the inspector misses a major visible defect.
Many inspectors carry insurance, but their contracts often limit their liability to a refund of the fee. They typically won't pay for needed repairs unless the defect is so obvious they will be penalized for missing it.
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