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Houseslave
 
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Default First home inspection coming up...

Don't expect the home to be 100% perfect. Also, kep in mind if you get too
petty witht the buyers you could kill the deal. I would try to get the
repairs taken off the price but be fair.

A couple of things to look for:

1. Does the house have copper plumbing? If not then you can expect to
replace the pipes as they get older.

2. What size electrical service does the house have? Is there room in the
electrical box for more breakers? Try turning on a few applicanes and also
pluggin in a vacum...

3. Check how the toilets flush? Ask about the cesspool and the last time
it was services.

4. Lok for water damaged and leaks.

5. Check behind the refirig for mold.

6. Does the roof need to be replaced?

7. How is the heating system?

8. What kind of shape are the floors in?

9. Is there any exterior work that need to be don? (rotting siding, etc.)

10. What kind of shape is the windows in?

11. Is there adequate heating in the house?

There are so many things to look at. Be careful and make sure that your
inspector does a good job.