What home inspections do I need?

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Stone Jin · Answer

@Corey M.

Is it on Septic?  You may need that checked out.  Termites if it's a big deal in the area.  The general home inspector will check electrical and plumbing for you.

In your case, you may want to have a priest to an inspection as well to make sure theres no ghosts.

Stone Jin · Answer

@Corey M.  I think you should do some research on how a sewer main can break.   Usually it's very slow that you don't even notice and roots can get in.  This usually occurs to older homes pre 1960, by 1980 PVC is used and decay is unlikely.  I personally think you are over thinking, however if it will make you feel better, get the camera to scope it out.

Corey M. · Answer

The home was built in the mid-80s.  There is a home warranty for one year, but what happens if a pipe or sewer line breaks in two years?  That would destroy my house and it's something I could've asked to be fixed for free before the purchase.

Stone Jin · Answer

@Corey M. The sewer is the cities responsibility but from the sewer to the house is the home owners.  What year was the house built?  I've never done a home inspection where I wanted the drains scoped.  Just have the seller buy a warranty that covers that and you should be all set for a year.

Stone Jin · Answer

@Corey M.  Generally scoping the pipes is out of scope for an inspector.  They'll run water down every drain and if it drains, they'll state the plumbing is working as intended.  You may hire a plumbing company to run the camera if you wish,  normally that costs around $200.

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