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Why Home Inspection is an Important Step in Buying a Home

Why Home Inspection is an Important Step in Buying a Home

As you search for your perfect home there are a lot of complications and concepts being thrown at you all at once.  Your house hunt can quickly become overwhelming and it can be difficult to correctly prioritize different stages of your search.  Today we are going to talk about why home inspection should be at the top of your list when evaluating a potential home.

Home inspection can uncover problems you or your real estate agent never would have seen on your own, despite any prior knowledge of the property.  Problems with the house foundation, plumbing, electrical wiring, roof, and many other areas can all be passed over by the untrained eye.

As with any investment it is essential to know as much information as possible before putting money down on a home.  Home inspection can help you determine whether a property is right for you or something that will only be a waste of time and money full of costly repairs.

Home inspection can also be vital in determining if a prospective home is safe for you and your family.  Threats include asbestos, radon gas, termites in the foundation, and black mold in the bathroom.  A seasoned home inspector will be able to easily detect threats such as these and advise you on the best course of action to protect both you and your loved ones.

Home inspection can be an asset when ascertaining the value of a home on the market.  It can also be an essential safety step both physically and financially.  It is an important step in any decision to buy or sell a home.

At View Master Home Inspections we an asset when ascertaining the value of a home on the market and the ability to recommend courses of action.  We hope the above information helps you maintain your home after it has been properly inspected and sold to you! Please call us at  – 201.460.0027 to help protect your investment.

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Pests in the Home | Part 2

How to Handle Rodents and Insects in Your House continued…

Spiders and other insects make their homes in brush and wood piles near the foundation of the house, as well as window wells.  To limit insect infiltration it is a good idea move or clear back all debris and plant life a good foot away from your home foundation.  Spiders also make their homes in crawl space vents and can be removed with an old broom followed by a quick spray of a store bought insect killer.

Squirrels are probably the most common species of vermin to invade the home.  Like mice squirrels enjoy nesting in insulation and can often be found in the attic.  Cut back any branches that touch against or are close to your roof or walls, and make sure all your attic vents have screens.  Squirrel traps can be bought at a local hardware store.

Ammonia also works as an easily available and effective repellent for squirrels.

At View Master Home Inspections we have the experience to determine if a home you are buying comes with unwanted tenants and the ability to recommend courses of action.  We hope the above information helps you maintain your home after it has been properly inspected and sold to you! Please call us at  – 201.460.0027 to help protect your investment.

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Pests in the Home | Part 1

How to Handle Rodents and Insects in Your House

As the fall progresses and winter looms ahead you are bound to notice more pests entering your home.  As the air cools and the outside becomes more and more inhospitable mice, squirrels, spiders, and insects will be unable to resist the warmth and abundance of food sources contained within your home.

In this article we will discuss some tactics to protect your home from specific pest infiltration’s.

Mice can squeeze themselves into the tiniest of holes so it is important to make sure the perimeter of your home is properly sealed at ground level.  One often neglected space that mice enter the home is through gaps between the framing of your siding and your house’s foundation.  Be on the lookout for small cracks and holes.  These entry points can be sealed either with some fiberglass insulation pushed in with a screwdriver or with a spray foam insulation.

Mice often burrow into fiberglass insulation batts so if your basement has unfinished walls this can also be an attractive place for the little rodents to make homes in your home.

It is also worthwhile to place traps near your garage door on the inside, as an open garage door, even for a few minutes often gives mice enough time to pass into your home.  Utilize an time tested spring trap baited with cheese or peanut butter.

At View Master Home Inspections we have the experience to determine if a home you are buying comes with unwanted tenants and the ability to recommend courses of action.  We hope the above information helps you maintain your home after it has been properly inspected and sold to you! Please call us at  – 201.460.0027 to help protect your investment.

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