Home inspections are imperfect because in most cases the inspector is not able to look behind walls or under the floors which means many potential problems are hidden. But a professional home inspector, can identify plenty of potential trouble spots. These include:
• Obsolete knob and tube wiring. This is found in homes built prior to the 1950s in most of the original City of Toronto. It is hard to get insurance if your home has knob and tube wiring.
• A 60-amp electrical service when the norm today is either 100 or 200. Again this will lead to higher insurance premiums.
• Old galvanized plumbing. It rusts, can leak and plug up, slowing water flow. Old lead pipes are a health risk.
• Any roof over 20 years old should probably be partially or completely replaced.
• Old foundations will gradually deteriorate, causing leaks, and are expensive to repair.
• Windows can be expensive to replace, if in poor condition.
Most of inspector uses thermal imaging technology and, for an additional fee, can identify problems with the structure, moisture leakage or air leakage in a home. They can also better identify when there is insufficient insulation, plumbing leaks or poor construction, which can lead to problems down the road.
So always insist for home inspection when you buy either brand new house or a resale one.
Best regards,
Ritesh JoshiYour Next Door Realtor
647-281-3424
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