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You’ve been searching for a new home for a while, and you’ve finally found the one you want to make your own. The seller accepted your offer, and now it’s time for the home inspection. “I think the ...

Peak real estate season is in full swing, and home inspectors are in high demand. An inspection is a critical step in buying a home. Home inspectors can uncover structural or mechanical issues that ...

Home inspectors say the most expensive problems they see are rarely surprises. They are issues buyers could have spotted, ...

You’ve finally found it: the home of your dreams. It’s perfect, and you can’t wait to move in. Before that happens, though, you need to have a home inspection to make sure there are no significant ...