Common Home Issues Inspectors Uncover

Before finalizing your Southern California home purchase, one crucial step in the process is the home inspection, during which a licensed inspector looks at the structure, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and more. Here are five common home issues inspectors keep an eye out for.

Faulty Electrical Systems

Out-of-date electrical systems, lack of adequate power supply, faulty circuit breakers, or exposed wiring can spell disaster for a Southern California home. Inspectors can sniff these issues out and recommend repairs to ensure the home is wired safely and properly.

Poor Drainage

If the home has landscaping that causes water to drain towards the Inland Empire home, it can cause foundation shifts or cracks, wet crawl spaces, mold, and rot. This can be incredibly costly to correct, so it’s important to determine this before going through with the home purchase.

Leaks

Inspectors look for leaks in the roof to ensure there are no damaged shingles, gutters, flashing, or other issues. They also look for any possible causes of plumbing leaks, such as broken seals, corrosion, clogs, damaged pipe joints, and more.

Mold

Showers, tubs, air conditioning and heating vents, attics, and basements are some of the most common places inspectors find mold. This can lead to various health issues for the home’s occupants, like headaches, skin irritation, and respiratory issues.

HVAC Issues

During an inspection, the inspector looks for issues that could impact your ability to heat or cool your Inland Empire home. These include blown fuses, pilot and ignition issues, damaged coils, dirty filters, gas leaks, and cracks in the ductwork and pipes.

With the inspector’s report, you can head to the closing table with more confidence and be prepared to negotiate repairs with the seller if necessary. When you are ready to start looking for your next home, contact me.

Muna Dionne, your Inland Empire specialist with Coldwell Banker Realty