Home Inspections,..It's what I do.
Inspector Bruce Wingate MA Lic. #498 bfwingate@gmail.com
Independent Inspector,...not a franchise
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Buyer's Pre-Purchase Inspection
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Buyer's Inspections are the most common type of inspection. This type of inspection occurs most-often as a contingency prior to closing a real estate sale. A Buyer's Inspection is designed to protect the prospective property purchaser from entering into a sale without knowing a property's general disposition and state. In other words, it helps buyers to avoid any potentially-costly surprises. Approximately ninety-percent of all inspections performed are Buyer's Inspections, and more buyers than ever are using them to mitigate the risk of fiscal and legal calamity associated with a purchase.
When buying a home, you should always have a professional home inspection performed. You need to know exactly what you are getting. Making your buying decision much easier and more confident.
The home buying process can be confusing and stressful. Not only do you need to consider things such as price and location, you also have to worry about whether the house itself has any problems that could become costly surprises down the road.
The Home Inspection is an unbiased, professional visual assessment of the condition of the house. It provides you an expert opinion and professional report on the condition of the physical structure and various systems within a house. Giving you peace of mind on what is likely the largest purchase you will ever make.
In order to prepare the report, an inspector must conduct a visual inspection of the house. The inspection process typically takes about 3 hours to complete. This of course may vary, according to the size and condition of the home. We strongly encourage you to accompany the inspector during the inspection. This will give you a chance to ask questions and become familiar with the systems of the home.
We will inspect all the structural elements and systems of the home. Items that will typically be included in an inspection are:
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Location
Framing (structure)
Roof and attic
Foundation
Walls
Electrical system
Plumbing system
Heating and air conditioning systems
Kitchen
Bathrooms
Garage Safety
Additional items and systems unique to a particular home can also be inspected.
When the inspection is complete, well tell you of any problems that were discovered and discuss them with you. We will also tell you about any routine maintenance that should be performed, as well as answer any questions you may have. You will also receive a full written report of the inspection.
Our goal is to discover and inform you of anything we find that might affect your purchase decision. The inspector will tell you about any problems he finds, and make repair recommendations. Well also inform you of what maintenance tasks are required to keep the home and its systems in top condition.
Septic- If you are buying a home with a septic tank, you should consider having it inspected by a professional Title 5 septic installer or escavator contractor. (Owner's responsibility in Massachusetts [Title 5 inspection]). Home inspections do not include this type of specialized inspection. To properly inspect the system, the contractor will need to dig holes to access the underground parts of the system. This will include inspecting the tank, as well as the leach field.
It makes good sense to have the tank tested first, then pumped at the time of this inspection. A professional septic escavation contractor can perform both the inspection and pump the tank, killing two birds with one stone and assuring that you begin with an empty tank and a system that has been inspected. Often, you can negotiate with the seller to have them pay for the pumping.
East Coast Home Inspections (ECHI) is located near the coast in Swansea, Massachusetts. I am fortunate to have a good location. I serve clients throughout South Eastern MA including Cape Cod, the Islands, Providence and all of Rhode Island. This is a wonderful area for Relocation clients for the Boston and Providence metro areas.
Hours
Strict business hours is over rated. 'Flexibility' is the key word. I will always try my best to accomodate your inspection needs and deadlines.
Products and services
ECHI provides non-biased, experienced, independant and quality home inspection services. Also, ancillary inspection/ testing services are offered, such as; A veriety of Water Quality packages Radon testing in air & water Well water flow rate testing Air quality sampling Consulting Service
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