ESCONDIDO – It’s very important for both a home seller and buyer that the property fare well on the inspection, because it means no serious issues have been discovered. But what exactly are the things to watch out for?

What’s in the home inspector’s checklist?

It depends on the inspector, but in general, reports will include the condition of the heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment, plumbing and electrical wiring, roof and attic, structural elements, walls and insulation.

Let’s dig into some specifics and the most common reasons to conduct a home inspection.

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