Lighthouse Property Inspection Inc

07/12/2021

Did you know....a house doesn't "PASS" or "FAIL" a home inspection? A home inspection is simply an examination and report of the current condition of a house and it's systems. The buyer then uses this information in deciding how to proceed, such as negotiating the purchase price or repairs to be made prior to closing. LIGHTHOUSE Property Inspection will get you the information you need to help you make these decisions. Call us at 331-248-2035 to schedule your inspection today. We'll help make sure your new home is your dream home.

07/03/2019

LIGHTHOUSE Property Inspection wishing everyone a fun and safe 4th!

06/01/2019

This is the 4th and final installment of "Common home inspection myths"...

Myth #6: Home inspectors can predict the future.
- A home inspection is a snapshot in time. An inspector can tell you how old certain appliances are, and what the useful life of something is. ...but they don't know when a plumbing leak is going to happen or when a furnace will give out. There is only one guarantee: everything in the house will need to be replaced at some point.

Myth #7: A good house will ‘pass’ the inspection.
- Home inspection reports will never indicate a property 'passes' or 'fails'. That’s because everything depends on a buyer's tolerance level. What’s acceptable for one buyer could cause another to walk away. An inspector will help determine whether it’s safe, but it comes down to: "Can you live with this?" If you can, then the house passes your test. And that's all that matters.

Contact Lighthouse Property Inspection for your home inspection needs. We'll help make sure your new home is your dream home. Located in Batavia, serving clients throughout the Chicago area.

05/31/2019

Part 3: Common home inspection myths continued...

Myth #4: Buyers don’t belong at the home inspection.
- Buyers absolutely should be there, without question. The inspector can go into more detail than in the report and you’ll have a better understanding. It is also a good time to ask questions. While home inspectors can't tell you whether to buy the house, they can share maintenance tips and advice.

Myth #5: A flipped home doesn’t need to be inspected.
- Unfortunately, some flippers cut corners in the interest of saving money. If a house has been flipped, you’ll want to make sure the work didn't compromise safety. In addition to the inspection, it's a good idea to check that they had the right building permits with the city.

Stay tuned for the last myths....

05/31/2019

Part 2: Common home inspection myths continued...

Myth #2: Home inspectors can advise you on whether to buy the house.
- Inspectors can only tell you about the condition and functioning of the house components, not whether you should buy it. Inspectors are a neutral 3rd party and they don't know the buyer's threshold for repairs.

Myth #3: The inspector will uncover every single thing that's wrong with the house.
- as much as you wish they could, home inspectors simply cannot see everything. The inspector is there for a visual inspection of readily accessible areas of the home. They can't tear into a wall or take something apart to see why it's making a noise. Home inspectors are guests in the seller’s home, which limits what they can do.
If you're buying a house in the middle of the winter, an inspector probably won’t be able to check a roof with snow on it. Instead, they’ll check the attic sheathing for signs of leaks.

Check back for more myths...

Contact Lighthouse Property Inspection for your inspection needs. Located in Batavia, serving throughout the Chicago area.

05/30/2019

You've found the perfect house and the buyer's accepted your offer, what's next? The home inspection. Let's take a look at some of the most popular home inspection myths.

Myth #1: A home inspection is the same thing as a home appraisal

In fact, these two things could not be more different. An appraiser’s function is to determine the value of a house on behalf of the lending institution, Home inspectors are only interested in the safety of the home—not the value. If the seller offers up a glowing appraisal report, it doesn't negate the need for a home inspection.

Myth #2 coming soon....

Contact LIGHTHOUSE Property Inspection for your inspection needs. We'll help make sure your new home is your Dream home.

03/29/2019

The spring home buying season is here! Let LIGHTHOUSE Property Inspection help you with your new home purchase. We will carefully check the home and ensure it is safe and verify all systems are working properly. This information will give you the peace of mind to make sure your new home is your Dream home. Call us to schedule your inspection at 331-248-2035.

12/03/2018

This photo shows a water heater vent pipe (flue) that is improperly pitched. This condition does not allow proper venting of the combustion gases and can result in carbon monoxide entering the home. A contractor should be contacted ASAP to correct the flue installation.
This is just one of the many items we look for during a home inspection to make sure your home is safe. Call LIGHTHOUSE Property Inspection to schedule your inspection at 331-248-2035.

11/01/2018

Here is a great article to help you understand the importance of a home inspection and the implications of some of the findings. At LIGHTHOUSE Property Inspection, we check for all of these items and more so you can be sure your home is safe. Call us to schedule your inspection at 331-248-2035.

Home inspections are scary. Just when you've found the house of your dreams, a home inspector comes along and tells you all that's wrong with it.

09/03/2018

Let Lighthouse Property Inspection give you peace of mind before you close. We will give your home a thorough check to make sure you have all the information you need to complete your new home purchase. Give us a call to schedule your inspection at 331-248-2035.