Get A House Inspection Even If One Has Been Done?

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Hello,

I am considering buying a house that was sold a couple of months ago and is now being re-sold. The house has an inspection report that was done 2 months ago. The house was re-done a bit by the current seller (nothing major). Should I get another inspection even though there is one from 2 months ago?

Thank you.

Aaron K. · Answer

Does your lender require it?  Would you be more comfortable with getting your own?  Who paid for the original?  Why are they selling so soon?  All questions that need answers.

Michael King · Answer

Get your own. I relied on one once that was provided by a seller. It looked good. 3 years later when I went to sell it found out it was done by a friend of theirs. And many major flaws were omitted.

Michael Gayer Jr · Answer

@John Brown As an Inspection Company owner, I would suggest you get a NEW Inspection done. I know my Inspectors are certified, but if I don't know the credentials of the previous inspector, I wouldn't rely on past inspection. Also, Inspections specifically say what was OBSERVED ON THE DAY OF INDPECTION, so many things could have potentially changed since that time.  It would be wise to get another one done.

John Teachout · Answer

If you are wondering about it, then get one done. The fact that you're even making a post indicates there is enough uneasiness with the situation that you're not sure about "their" data vs having your own. Get an inspection, they're not that expensive and can be worthwhile. If possible, tag along and have the inspector brief what's taking place as it happens.

Aaron K. · Answer

@John Brown one of the big players like Opendoor, Offerpad or Zillow or a small one.  You say nothing major was redone what exactly does that mean to you?  If you don't know what you're looking for I'd err on the side of getting an inspection if you know what to look for and how to look for it you might be okay but understand it is a calculated risk.

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