When your real estate agent calls to tell you the good news – congratulations, the house is sold! – don’t celebrate just yet. In the days between signing the contract, all the way until the official closing date, the deal can still fall through. The reason why? Home Inspections. Every smart buyer will request to […]
Home Inspection
Indiana Real Estate Disclosure Law: Quick Facts & Tips
“Why didn’t they tell us about that?” Recently, one of our clients purchased a home, a tri-level built in 1970 located in Lake county. 11 months later, our client is home watching television in the middle of Winter and hears a loud vibrating sound. He goes down to the basement to investigate and notices the […]
Why Radon Testing and Measurement? Because…
Our customers often ask about the importance and need of radon testing in Indiana. They’re basic questions typically include: “Do we need radon testing to purchase or sell our home in Indiana?” “Is ‘cancer from radon’ really a thing?” “I live in a subdivision. My next-door neighbor just had their home tested and found no […]
Attic Inspection
Certified Home Inspections has discovered approximately 80% of homes in northwest Indiana are inadequately vented causing homeowners unwanted, unexpected expenses. Improper roof and attic ventilation causes elevated heating/cooling costs, ice dams, cooked shingles, and Mold/moisture damage to framing/roof sheathing and attic insulation. Ensuring your attic is properly vented can help eliminate and minimize costly repairs […]
Northwest Indiana Foreclosure Inspection
Certified Home Inspections offers home buyers discounted rates for property inspections performed on homes that are considered “Foreclosure or Sold As-Is”. These properties are usually vacant, bank-owned/REO, neglected, and in poor condition. We understand why a home buyer might feel a complete home inspection, which includes details of cosmetic and minor repairs, is unnecessary. Mostly […]