Short Answer: Yes. Home Inspectors do not lift or move anything. If we can't access it, or visually see it, we can't inspect it.
It's a good idea to prepare for the home inspection in advance if you don't want your inspector to miss anything.
So What Should I Do Before The Inspection?
Here is a list of some things you should do to ensure you receive a thorough and complete home inspection:
1 - Make sure all areas and doors are unlocked or open, and easily accessible. This includes but is not limited to garage doors, attic doors, crawlspace/basement doors, utility closets for access to the furnace and water heater, sink cabinets, shut-off valves, and the breaker box.
2 - Move all furniture away from walls, entryways, and electrical outlets.
3 - Any debris, or stacked items need to be stored away from any of the home's components that need to be inspected.
4 - Replace all lightbulbs to avoid a "light does not work" report which can indicate an electrical issue.
5 - Fix missing or broken items in the home such as locks, doorknobs, screens, windowpanes, gutters, and chimney caps.
6 - Ensure that the utilities are all turned on i.e. water, electricity, and gas. Pilot lights should all be lit and burning.
7 - Make sure pets are put up and secured so they cannot hinder the inspection.
8 - Remove all stacked wood and debris near the foundation to avoid a report of conditions conducive to wood-destroying insects.
9 - Trim tree limbs so they aren't obstructing any utility lines. Trim shrubs 1 foot away from the house to prevent obstruction and other possible hazards.
A Home Inspection Is A Worthwhile Investment In Selling Your Home
Please take the time to complete these tasks before the inspection to help the inspection go smoother. It will also help when selling your home and expedite your closing process.
We are InterNACHI-certified professional home inspectors and provide one of the most thorough home inspections on the market. Schedule your home inspection today.
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