Do Your Own Home Inspection

Do Your Own Home Inspection

Anyone who has gone through the process of buying a home in the Colorado Springs real estate market will tell you that one of the most tedious and lengthy part of finding a home is narrowing down your list of prospective homes.

Though time consuming, it is the part that you cannot skip. You can however do it by conducting your own small inspection of the home you wish to buy. Home inspection, big or small, plays an important role. It can help you get rid of bad choices right from the start. Once you have done your mini inspection, it is important to hire professional building inspector to do a thorough check before you finalize the contract.

Here are a few things to look for while conducting your own small inspection:

1. Termites: Look for signs of termites in sleeper and specially hardwood retaining walls.


2. Weep Holes: Make sure that the weep holes are not covered up and are well above the ground. Weep holes are a common place for termites to get into your home.


3. Fascia lines of the roof: Look for any noticeable distortion or blowing.


4. Cracks: Cracks are a sign of major structural problems; look out for evidence of excessive cracking.


5. Leaks: It can be a costly repair, look for minor leaks in the shower or under the skin.


6. Damp spots and stains: They can be signs of major fault.


7. Roof: Look for extremely worn out tiles and signs of corrosion in case of metal roofs. Look out for patch jobs on the roof.

These are just a few things that you can look into, but there could be others that catch your eyes. Be sure to look at the smallest issues which could later turn into a major problem. Finally before you finalize the contract have the professionals do a thorough inspection of your future home. If you are a first time home buyer, you may hire the services of a reputed Colorado Springs REALTOR to help you find your dream home. And as far as inspection is concerned, it also holds true in case of commercial real estate. If you have any questions about Colorado Springs commercial real estate please contact Mike Stuard.