Many homeowners wonder if a home inspection is a good idea before listing their property on the market. Yes, it is and even more than just a good idea because there are more good reasons for having an inspection than not. Most homebuyers will have a home inspection before purchasing a property, so why not…
Your home purchase is not a cheap investment. You have saved for a long time, and you don’t want to settle on an OK property. It is where you and your family are going to live, where you’ll make memories reminisce about the glorious days when your kids were growing up but are now off…
If you think about skipping the home inspection, you might want to think again. The home inspection is a fundamental part of the home buying process and something you should consider. A good real estate agent will recommend that you include a home inspection when making an offer. As smart homebuyers, you are paying for…
It’s easy to get overwhelmed with the thought of buying a new home. It’s brand new, and everything should be perfect, or so you would think. While you do get swept up with the excitement, never forget that a home inspection is, and should be, an important part of the real estate home buying transaction.…
Smart home buyers opt for a home inspection, so they know what they’re buying. At Xcellence Inspection Services, we understand how overwhelming the home buying journey can be—buying new construction or a resale? What’s important is that you get the home inspected. A home inspection is important for two reasons – to save you time and…
Buying a home is one of the most expensive purchases in a person’s life. The process is long and stressful. Perhaps you spent months searching for the right house before making an offer. Now that you have your dream home under contract, the process of writing checks begin. And, upon seeing your total expenses, you…
Your dream of selling your home has now become a reality as you and the buyer have finally signed a contract. The final details are coming together and one of those is the home inspection. Because the home purchase is a crucial time for buyers, most will hire a professional to inspect the home during…
If you are buying or selling a home, either party typically prefers a home inspection. The inspector will be looking for any safety, function, or structural issues of the house. Although a home inspection is not required, it can prove beneficial if you want a smooth buying or selling process. The home inspection gives…
Fact or fiction? Home Inspection Chicago reveals 5 myths about metal roofing Asphalt shingles may be the most popular roofing in the U.S. by volume, but metal roofing is gaining in popularity for its durability, longevity and low-maintenance benefits. Still, many people unfamiliar with the product have misconceptions about this quality roofing option. Myth #1: Metal…
Products To Improve Your Home With Chicago Home Inspection’s Help The words home improvement usually conjure up images of major undertakings like tiling your bathroom or kitchen or tearing down a wall, taking hours and hours to complete the project. The fact is there are some meaningful home improvements you can do that can be…
It’s late and you’re in your favorite, cozy pajamas. You get in bed and pull up the warm comforter. You turn out the light and are just about to drift off to sleep when you hear a noise coming from the attic. You sit up to listen, but it quickly goes quiet again. You lay…
Kitchen upgrades can seem daunting. From full renovations to hardware updates, the possibilities are endless when it comes to creating your dream kitchen. To make the process as smooth as possible, Delta Faucet compiled key tips to keep in mind as you embark on the remodeling journey. These quick guidelines will help you focus on…
Here’s what Americans have to look forward to this winter: While the south will be drier and warmer, the northern U.S. can expect “wetter, cooler conditions,” predicts the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). “Regardless of the outlook, there is always some chance for extreme winter weather, so prepare now for what might come later…
The long-held belief that summer is the only time to buy a home is fading fast. Savvy home-buyers are learning that when temperatures drop, numerous benefits emerge that simply aren’t available other times of the year. “With warm weather and many homes on the market, summer is generally the busiest real estate season. However, autumn…