A pre-listing property inspection helps you understand the state of a home, giving you insight into what should be fixed and what to set as the list price. The inspection helps streamline the selling process and avoid any last-minute surprises. Though inspections are the responsibility of the buyer, here are several reasons why you should still have it done before the listing.

3 Benefits of Property Inspections

1. Helps Set a Price

You may think your home is in perfect order, but an inspection is a visual check. A specialist who knows exactly what to look for will determine if the home is ready for resale. Once they determine the condition of the home, you can set the pricing accordingly.

2. Improves Buyer Confidence

A home is generally the largest purchase a person makes in their lifetime. Buyers may be intimidated by the cost and want some kind of insurance that they are making a sound investment. Providing a property inspection gives the buyer confidence in their purchase. Letting an agent know you’ve had the home inspected can help attract more potential buyers as well. 

3. Gives Time to Make Repairs

If the property inspection uncovers any issues, you can fix them before listing the home. After, you can get the home inspected again. Some issues, like removing radon from the water, can be expensive. However, if the issue arises during the buyer’s inspection, you’ve probably lost the sale anyway. Either that or you’ll have to revisit the sale price to accommodate paying for the radon removal yourself.

If you’re looking to sell your home, contact the professionals at A-Pro® Home Inspection to provide a quality property inspection before you list your home. Since 1994, they’ve worked with residential and commercial clients in the Denver, CO, area. Their certified professionals perform a 500-point inspection covering your foundation, roof, and everything in-between. Visit them online to view their inspection checklists, or call (303) 875-7627 for an estimate.