Type of inspections

[Dale Crawford]

We just had an offer accepted on an older duplex in need of repairs. I definitely want to have inspection(s) done. My agent suggested instead of having a whole house inspection done to just get individual contractors (plumbing, electric, heat & air) done. Her explanation was the whole house inspection would just tell me to contact individual contractors anyway. Does anyone have any thoughts on this? What types of individual contractors should I have do inspections? Thanks

[Barry Cohen]

A home inspector will look at all of the individual systems of the house and give a evaluation of each. If something out of the ordinary is noticed, yes they may recommend to bring in a qualified contractor for that particular system for a more exentive inspection/recommendation for repair. It will be very difficult to find, let alone coordinbating all the individual contractors to the home at the same time. My advice, get a home inspector first.