S3 E13 Mastering Home Inspections: Jeff Swanberg's Expert Insights into Home Inspection Musts
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Home inspections are essential for ensuring peace of mind in the home-buying process. The episode emphasizes the importance of skilled inspectors in helping buyers understand the true condition of a property, addressing common misconceptions, and discussing the unique challenges associated with new constructions versus existing homes.
• Importance of home inspections during the buying process
• Common misconceptions about what inspectors do
• Setting expectations and effective communication with buyers
• Value of thorough inspections for both new and existing homes
• Need for maintenance and care in homeownership
• Importance and implications of pre-sale inspections for sellers
• Advantage of using modern tools and technology in inspections
• Insights on common issues found in older and new construction homes
Chapters
1. Home Inspections (00:00:00)
2. Home Inspection Licensing and Standards (00:12:21)
3. Home Inspection and Property Condition Assessment (00:25:07)
4. Property Evaluation and Budgeting Considerations (00:34:56)
5. Understanding Home Maintenance and Building Codes (00:39:26)
6. Trends in Home Inspection Concerns (00:47:51)
7. Evolution of Home Construction (00:57:31)
8. Enhanced Home Inspections With Infrared (01:03:16)
9. Thermal Imaging for Home Inspections (01:07:25)
10. Importance of New Home Inspections (01:18:48)
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