We recently shared about the importance of home inspections, whether you are the buyer or the seller. Today we decided it would be a good idea to also share about types of inspections out there and which ones you should consider when going through this process.

Four point inspection

Many times, when a home is at least 25 years old, a four point inspection is required. With this type of inspection, four major areas are under inspection: plumbing, electric, HVAC, and the roof. Why is a four point done on an older home? Sometimes insurance companies feel that there may be conditions in an older home that could become a liability to them. The inspection and report will describe the condition and age of each of these items.

Since this is 'Home Inspections 101', let's start with the basics.

A home inspection is a limited, non-invasive examination of the condition of a home. Many times it is done in connection with the sale of a home, but can take place at any time if the need for one should arise. Home inspections are usually conducted by a licensed and certified home inspector who has the proper training to perform such inspections.

Home inspections can make or break any deal, and therefore become an important factor in the real estate transaction for both buyers and sellers.