Home Inspection Guide and Home Systems Reference

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	What is Home Inspection
	What is Covered by a Home Inspection
	What is NOT Covered by a Home Inspection
	Types of Inspection Needed
	What Does the Buyer Need to Bring to the Inspection
	What Should be Expected From the Inspector
	How Long Should an Inspection Take
	When Should You Pay the Inspection Fees
	What Should the Home Inspection Report Look Like
	What Happens After the Inspection
	Home Inspections and Sellers Responsibilities
	Does Inspector Come Back To Inspect Repairs
	The Inspector Missed Someting. What Should You Do?
	Do You Really Need a Real Estate Agent
	Choosing Termite Inspector
	Carring for Unoccupied Homes
	Buying Newly Constructed Home
	Elements of New Construction Inspection
	Construction Standards and Legislative Process
	Dealing With Defects on Newely Built Homes

Home System Information
	I. Electric
	II. Oil or Gas Heating System
	III. Air Conditioning and Heat Pipes
	IV. Septic System
	IX. Radon Gas
	V. Reinforced Fiberglass Asfalt Roof Shingles
	VI. Peeling Paint
	VII. Lead Paint
	VIII. Asbestos
	X. Ceramic Tile Enclosures
	XI. Reducing Monthly Utility Bills
	XII. Water Systems and Quality Issues
	XIII. Termites and Carpenter Ants