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Drone technology has revolutionized the way we inspect roofs. It’s much faster, safer, and more thorough than traditional methods, and it allows us to see areas that were previously inaccessible. We can help! Contact us today for more information about our roof inspection services!
Inspectors are often limited to inspecting buildings from ground level, whether it’s due to safety concerns or because of height restrictions. This makes it difficult to inspect rooftops, especially ones that are hard to access. While ladders and pulley systems can be acceptable, many inspectors find the risk too high. A drone allows us to view the entire building while remaining safely on the ground.
Drone inspections allow inspectors to see everything, including areas that might otherwise go unseen. They can take high-quality photos and videos, providing detailed information about problems such as leaks and damage. Inspections done by drones are much faster than the traditional method, requiring far fewer people and taking considerably less time.
Drone technology has made real estate agents’ jobs easier by providing high-quality photos of properties from any angle. This makes it easy for buyers to get to know a home and its entire exterior before ever setting foot on the property. Not only will it save time preparing your property for a showing, but with how uncommon drone photography still is, it will also help you stand out to possible buyers.
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A home inspection includes checking for any structural issues such as foundation cracks, roof leaks, plumbing issues, electrical wiring, heating/cooling systems, insulation, windows, doors, chimneys, etc. Depending on how big the property is, a home inspection typically takes 2-3 hours.
Ensure all inspection points are free from clutter, including any closets that might lead to a crawlspace or attic, and clearing some space around your home’s perimeter. It’s also important to check the functionality of all built-in appliances, electric, and gas. If you don’t plan to attend the inspection, make sure your inspector has access to the home, and all pets are properly contained or moved.
A home doesn’t pass or fail an inspection. Instead, a home inspection is a thorough audit of your home’s components. In most cases, there will be concerns marked on your home inspection report, but these are strictly informative.
WHILE YOU CAN LEGALLY SKIP A HOME INSPECTION, DOING SO COULD MEAN THAT YOU MAY END UP BUYING A HOME WITH MAJOR ISSUES THAT NEED TO BE FIXED.
While a home inspector may recommend some minor repairs, they are not qualified to make major repairs. He or she can provide information about what needs to be repaired — and it might be helpful to know that information — but the decision to actually do the work lies solely with the homeowner. Not only does this give you the freedom to choose your contractors, but it also helps prevent a conflict of interest.
A home inspection can affect appraisals for two reasons: 1) The inspector may find something wrong with the property that would lower the value of the home, 2) The inspector may find things that need repair which could increase the value of the home. If the inspection finds issues that require repairs, then the seller has to decide whether they want to fix them themselves, or hire someone else to do it. If the buyer wants to purchase the home, he/she must be willing to pay for those repairs.
Safe Choice Home Inspections provides quality home inspections in and around Chicagoland Area including Cook County, DuPage County, Will County, Kane County, Lake County, McHenry County & surrounding areas.