Home Inspections

"A little knowledge that acts is worth infinitely more than much knowledge that is idle." – Kahlil Gibran

Home Inspectors
Houses today are composed of a complicated set of systems and materials, assembled on site by a team of trade contractors. The process is efficient but rarely perfect, and all homes require ongoing maintenance by subsequent owners to keep them in top condition. As a home buyer, you should protect your investment by having your home thoroughly inspected at the time of purchase by a competent and licensed home inspector. Small problems can turn into larger issues over time, so even new homes should not be exempt from an inspection. Costs for an inspection vary depending on the size, age and location of the home, and are the responsibility of the buyer. A few of the inspectors that I and my clients have successfully worked with include:

Home Inspection Seabold, Mike Seabold, CCB# 35196, OCHI #409, 503.349.8117, Email
Four Walls Home Inspection Services, Ron Nardozza, CCB# 146968, 503.579.6962, Email
Pacific Home Inspections Inc., Craig Poindexter, CCB # 152611, OCHI # 013, 503.635.1086, Email
State Certified Lead Inspectors, 800.597.5323
Oregon Real Estate Inspectors Association
State of Oregon Construction Contractors Board

Home Warranties
Another thing to consider when buying a home is a home warranty. Some sellers will offer a one year home warranty for the buyer as an incentive. If this is not offered, the buyer can ask for the seller to provide a home warranty after the home inspection is complete, when negotiating repairs. The buyer may also choose to purchase one on their own. Here are some links for more information:

American Home Shield
First American Home Buyers Protection
2-10 Home Buyers Warranty
Land America
Warrantech Advantage Home Warranty