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THE HOME INSPECTION Most buyers choose to have home inspections done at their expense when purchasing their new homes. In fact, may offers are subject to a home inspection. The home inspection allows you to buy a home with confidence. Some items on your inspection report will include: Exterior Exterior walls, windows, and doors; porches, decks, and balconies; garage. Roof Roof type and material Interior Plumbing System Hot and cold water system, the waste system and sewage disposal, water pressure and flow, and hot water equipment. Electrical System Type of service, number of circuits, type of protection, outlet grounding, and load balance. Central Air System Energy source, type of cooling equipment, capacity, and distribution. Interior Walls, Ceilings, Floors, Windows, and Doors Walls, floors, ceilings, stairways, cabinets, and countertops. Attic Structural, the trusses, insulation, and ventilation information.   Fireplace Notes about the chimney, damper, and masonry. Garage Doors, walls, floor, automatic garage door opener. Appliances Included could be a wide range of built-in and other home appliances listed in the purchase agreement. Lot and Landscaping Ground slopes away from foundation, condition of walks, steps, and driveway. Cindy's Helpful Real Estate Information: Establishing Common Goals, Our Pledge Why Every Buyer Needs a Home Inspection The Home Inspections How to Prepare for The Financing Process Understanding Closing Costs Back to Cindy's Main Page Why Work with the Sharron Kelley Team? Relocating? That's our specialty! Contact Us Now for Assistance! Sharron Kelley, CRS Relocation Specialist Hall of Fame, ABR, CRS Office: 847-388-7518 Fax: 847-963-8660 E-mail Sharron RE/MAX SHOWCASE 25884 East Route 83 Long Grove, IL USA 60060-4236 Tollfree: 1-800-575-8661 NorthernIllinoisHomes.com Lake County, Illinois Real Estate and New Home Listings Copyright © 1997-2008 Sharron Kelley, Realtor. All World Rights Reserved.