Finding the Right Home Inspector: Navigating The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

Home inspections can be a crucial step in the home buying process, as they help buyers identify potential issues with the property they are interested in purchasing. However, not all home inspectors are created equal. In this video, we explore the three types of home inspectors: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly.

The Good Enough Home Inspector is quick and provides a surface-level examination of the home. While these inspectors may not take the time to examine every detail, they can still provide valuable information about the property.

The CYA (Cover Your A**) Home Inspector is one who finds everything wrong with the property, but does not provide much context for the buyer. This type of inspector simply points out the problems without giving the buyer a clear understanding of what needs to be done to fix them.

The I Know Everything Home Inspector takes their role very seriously and may go overboard in pointing out every deficiency, even scaring the buyer in the process. This type of inspector should be avoided as they may step outside of their area of expertise and not provide good quality context for the buyer to make informed decisions.

The best type of home inspector is the Straight Shooter. This inspector provides the buyer with all the information they need to know about the property, but also gives context to the deficiencies they find. This allows the buyer to make informed decisions about the property and determine what steps they need to take to address any issues.

As a real estate agent, it is important to work with a straight shooter home inspector who is thorough, takes their ego out of the equation, and provides good quality information to the buyer. The ultimate goal is to provide the buyer with all the information they need to make the best decision for themselves.

If you are in the process of buying a home, make sure to choose a straight shooter home inspector who can provide you with all the information you need to make an informed decision about your new property.