What To Expect After Your Home Inspection?

September 28, 2021/0 Comments/in blog/by rogue

What Happens After The Home Inspection Is Over?

When buying a home, it goes without question to hire a home inspector, right? But, after the inspection is over, what should you expect? Hint: This may also determine the quality and integrity of the home inspector you hired.

Before you hire a home inspector, be prepared with knowing what to expect after it’s all over.

A top-quality home inspector should offer to do a walk-through of the home after the inspection is over, with your presence. This allows you to understand any big problems the inspector may want to point out and/or an overview of the whole inspection.

Thoroughly Review Your Report

After your walk-through, you have a few days to thoroughly review your inspection report. Your report will hold crucial information concerning the structural components, foundation, roof, plumbing system, electrical system, and mechanical systems. Your home inspection report should also contain a list of repairs and potential health and safety issues however, not all are critical.

They must all be documented under the home inspector’s standards of practice. Items like fried light bulbs and dead batteries in smoke detectors are required to call out but are not critical. Use common sense and your best judgment when reviewing the list of repairs in your home inspection report.

Review Your Report With Your Real Estate Agent

Reviewing your report with your agent is also a key step to your home purchase. If you seek to have repairs done, they will write a repair addendum and submit it to the sellers’ agent for review. Make sure to request reasonable repairs, making safety and health concern repairs a top priority.

The seller can make the repairs requested, they can also negotiate the requests or even refuse to make the repairs. This is not super common however, sellers are within their right to do so. If this happens, buyers can exit the purchase contract and get refunded their earnest deposit.

Time For Appraisal

The next step, as long as you’re satisfied with the negotiations, it’s time to get your appraisal. This step is totally different from the home inspection. The appraiser is actually ordered by your lender and depending on your credit and loan type, it will allow your lender to determine the current market value of the home you wish to purchase. As long as your home appraises you’ll then be on your way to sweet victory, closing day!

Did I Hear Closing Day?

Prepare yourself for closing day and the following days and weeks to come after purchasing a new home.

Prepare for homeowners insurance – If you already carry insurance on your vehicles, get a quote from them, but also prepare yourself with additional quotes. Have this ready before closing day.

How will you move in? Do you have a lot of stuff? How will you haul it? Be prepared with moving companies, switching your bills over (water/sewer, power, gas, internet, etc), or taking time off work if needed for your move.

The process leading up to homeownership can be fun and rewarding when you’re prepared. When it comes to your new home, you only want the best. Rogue Inspection Services is dedicated to exceeding your expectations. We provide industry-leading inspections so that you can make an informed buying decision. Check us out today!

Can You Pass Or Fail A Home Inspection?

June 28, 2021/2 Comments/in blog/by rogue

Waiting on the home inspection report can be tough, sometimes even more when you’re the seller.

Will YOUR home inspection include any of the things that fail a home inspection?

There is nothing worse than having to put your home back up on the market after a deal has fallen through. For sellers, it might save you time, money and a sale if you consider a pre-listing home inspection.

What are the things that fail a home inspection?

Remember there is no pass OR fail when it comes to your home inspection report. The report is just providing an overall glance at the current state of the home. Even if your home is in horrible shape, the buyer can absolutely decide to purchase your home, they might be repo-DIY-ers or investors.

On the flip side, the buyers or lenders may still back out of the deal, and it’s their right to.
While keeping that in mind, let’s go over some preventative measures that’ll help you prepare your home for a sale that won’t fall through!

Failed Roofing

The roof is one of the bigger ticket items when it comes to replacing it. It also protects everything and everyone in the home! A leak can lead to large problems in a short time which also lead to larger expenses.
Replacing your roof right before selling your home might not be in your budget, and that’s okay. However be prepared to negotiate your selling terms because most buyers will likely want to replace it depending on the extent of the damages.

Electrical Problems

Electrical issues are another priority in home inspections.
Typically found in older homes, common electrical issues include electrical panels and wiring that are no longer up to code or improperly wired and re-wired over the years. Most electrical is kept out of sight so it’s hard to find problems that may be developing until it’s too late.

Leaky Plumbing

Leaks that result in water damage can create super expensive issues that go beyond replacing the plumbing. However, plumbing is also hidden well in the walls which means a problem can go undetected for quite a while.
Consider getting your plumbing, walls and areas around your wet spaces scanned by thermal imaging. This will tell you exactly where, if any, leaks are happening in your home.

Pests or Termites

For potential home buyers, wood destroying organisms can be a huge red flag. Even if the damages seem minor, they have likely weakened the areas they’ve consumed or destroyed. It’s not only smart to take preventative pest control measures on your home, but to also have your home inspected before listing for these pesky pests.

The list of deal breakers will differ from one buyer to the next so remember there is no PASS or FAIL, just preference or what is allowed by lenders.
After your home inspection you may have some additional repairs to handle based on the request of the buyer, or by your decision if the sale has fallen through.
Just remember, the home inspection report is knowledge. It allows you and the buyer to make informed decisions based on unbiased licensed professionals reporting.
If you are looking for a licensed professional home inspector, call Rogue Inspection Services today! We provide you with peace of mind, prompt and thorough reports and unmatched customer service!

What Is An Engineering Certificate?

May 19, 2021/0 Comments/in blog/by rogue

Don’t Be Dorothy’s Aunt

Remember when Dorothy’s house blew away in the hurricane? if it was tied down and structurally sound it wouldn’t have gone anywhere right? Her aunt probably waived an engineering certification when she purchased her home and that’s why we were left with an epic cinematic adventure in 1939!

Did we over exaggerate again? (Insert laugh)

Okay you caught us trying to pull some home inspector humor.

However, in all seriousness – If you’re financing a new home you’ve likely been made aware of the rules and regulations that go along with financing. Specifically, if you’re financing a manufactured home, there are separate compliancies that need to be met or approved with FHA, HUD or VA financing. Typically these institutions may require an Engineering Certificate for insurance. Let’s talk about what that is and why it’s important.

Manufactured Homes

Are built inside a factory and prefabricated with siding, roofing and most of interior completion. The home is then loaded up and travels to the owners land or community to be installed. The manufactured home is required to be on a permanent foundation to qualify for financing, which requires a licensed professional to inspect the home and provide an Engineering Certification.

Manufactured Home Engineering Certification

Typically the inspection takes about 30 minutes to an hour to complete and we’ll have the compliance report turned in within 24 hours or less. There are requirements we must follow to determine the home is structurally sound and tied down.

We also inspect footing to confirm they’re placed in concrete and they’re the right size to avoid soil settlement. We’ll inspect the crawl space to ensure there is proper drainage and sealed access points to avoid rodent and pest intrusion. Recommendations will be made based on observed findings that don’t meet requirements, which must be fixed before the inspector signs off on the compliance report.

It’s important to plan ahead and schedule with us early at Rogue Inspection Services! Leave your comments or questions below about Engineering Certificates.

Is a Sewer Scope Inspection Worth It?

March 25, 2021/4 Comments/in blog/by rogue

What Is A Sewer Scope?

As a home buyer, you have a lot on your plate. Negotiations, offers, looking for a good home inspector, the waiting process…. It makes you wonder how we’re capable of getting it all done without balding by the end of the transaction.

However, although with great stress and risk comes great reward, we’re here to tell you risks aren’t the best way to be rewarded when it comes to purchasing a new home.

One of the most overlooked services is a sewer scope, and we want to share with you why it’s so important to get one with your home inspection.

When you hire Rogue Inspection Services to perform a sewer scope, it looks just like it sounds. We’ll run a specialized-flexible camera that records video of the whole sewer line all the way from the house out to the sewer main. It’s very important to do one because you have no idea what is going on in that sewer line until there’s a problem. When buying an older house it’s important to inspect that line however, we’ve seen heavy equipment crush sewer lines during new construction builds or disconnected lines. For that matter, it is important to do a sewer scope in every scenario.

When Should You Get A Sewer Scope?

The risk of not performing one could cost you thousands of dollars, comparatively to the cost of a sewer scope service.

Here we’ve come up with a list of indicators that there may be a problem with the sewer system or that it may be at risk.

Suspiciously green areas of grass VS other dead areas, or large trees – Roots from large trees can grow around pipes and cause cracking or fractures. The green grass can be an indication of a sewer leak because of its power to fertilize.

The home was built over 25 years ago, or more – Before 1984 most homes contained clay sewer pipes.

Water backing up

Shifting or sinking of the ground around your home

Although these indications may or may not stand out, there is still a chance there are minor issues with the sewer line that can still cost thousands to repair. This is why a sewer scope is a home-buyers best friend!

Your home inspector should walk you through the explanation to help you understand everything you’re looking at.

If you’re looking for a reliable home inspector to do a sewer scope inspection, look no further than Rogue Inspection Services. Contact us today!

How Home Inspections Work

February 25, 2021/1 Comment/in blog/by rogue

What Do Home Inspectors Do?

A home inspector is not looking for code violations and will only look at the parts of the home that are visible and accessible.

In a typical home inspection, the inspector will examine the roof, walls, flooring, foundation and everything in between including, air conditioning and heating systems, interior plumbing and the electrical system.

Our team at Rogue Inspection Services is passionate about education in our industry! We hope to help you understand the home inspection process to aid in comfort knowing you’re making the right decision to hire a home inspector.

You Should Attend Your Walk Through!

Most commonly new home buyers don’t realize that a home inspection is optional and not required by federal government lets say to get your home loan. However, and this is a big however; a home inspection will give you piece of mind that you can’t get anywhere else before purchasing a new home.

Attending your home inspection will also help ease your mind when working with such a big investment, as well as help answer any questions you may have.

At Rogue, during our walk through we’re happy to answer any questions and concerns you may have about the home. We’re also happy to make any referrals to local business owners for professional help.

Some pieces of information will justify just reading the home inspector report. This report summarizes what the inspector addressed in the home.

Home Inspectors Can Inspect All Properties

Home inspections aren’t just for home buyers or sellers. Home inspectors are savvy with many kinds of properties and it’d behoove anyone who’s investing in property of any kind to have it inspected professionally before purchase to maintain a solid foundation for their future.

Inspectors know how to treat spaces which may have unique requirements like condos or multifamily dwellings.

Prepare a Checklist

When touring your list homes, bring along a notepad. When you see something you’re questioning, you can write it down and be well prepared with questions for your home inspector during a walk through.

This will also help you compare the homes you’ve seen without getting confused on what you’ve seen in each home.

Do Home Inspectors Have Standards?

Only SIX states actually require home inspectors to be licensed! Luckily, Oregon is one of them. Regardless, your home inspector should be experienced and knowledgeable about building techniques and materials, they should also have a way to document this!

When looking for a certified home inspector in Oregon, they must be OCHI certified. Additionally, being a member of interNACHI would increase their integrity and standard value.

How Long Will The Inspector Take?

Most home inspectors will schedule your appointment within 7-10 days.

Generally, a home inspector will get started after the final sales contract is signed, the sales contract should include a clause making the final sale contingent on the home inspection.

Inspection and Appraisal

Home inspections and home appraisals are NOT the same. Frequently homeowners think a home appraisal will cover all their bases.

A home appraisal is a value based on comparable recent sales of the home in the neighborhood. A home inspection will describe the condition of the home and can estimate the future of the home.

Home Inspector Hero’s?

If you ask us, home inspections are worth every penny. They will give you the piece of mind you need to purchase your home, and save you money for your future.

When investing in your new property it’s imperative to gain all the knowledge about the property that is available to you. The easiest way to do that is with a home inspector that has your best interest in mind.

Create a checklist to go over with your home inspector, attend the home inspection and record important information regarding repairs.

Utilize your home inspection report, your home appraisal and you will have more than enough information to securely invest in your property. Good luck!

Check out our website to schedule your home inspection today!

What to Expect From Your Home Inspection

November 25, 2020/0 Comments/in blog/by rogue

HOME INSPECTOR GUARANTEE

Buying a home in southern Oregon is one of the best and biggest investments you will ever make. This is not time to shop for a cheap inspection. Discounted fees are no substitute for the education, experience, and customer service you will receive with Rogue Inspection Services. Our detailed reports are easy to read and will allow you to make critical decisions before you purchase the home of your dreams. Each inspection is backed by our signature Rogue Guarantee and outstanding customer service, protecting you even after the inspection is over.

Our promise to you – we strive to uphold our reputation for highly-detailed inspections, excellent and timely service, and inspection reports that gives you the insight you need to make an educated decision. Our ultimate goal on every inspection is to exceed your expectations!

WHAT TO EXPECT – BUYERS INSPECTION

Our inspection of your new home uses the latest tools and technology. Following our evaluation of the home, we will compile the findings in an easy to read report, which will include detailed descriptions and high-resolution photos. We encourage you to attend the inspection or at least a walkthrough at the end of the inspection so that we can explain our findings and answer all of your questions. Our inspections will last approximately three hours. Each house is different and, depending on the size and condition, it can take longer.

SELLERS INSPECTION

Lighten the negotiation and justify the price you are asking by scheduling a seller’s inspection before listing your home. A pre-listing inspection is just as thorough as a buyer’s inspection but will reveal any problems ahead of time and allow you to fix them, remove inspection contingencies, and provide you with the ultimate marketing tool to sell your home. Ask us how we can help you market your home!

We’re always here to help and it’s our mission to make sure the foundation of your life is solid!

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