Pre-Listing Inspection
A pre-listing inspection covers all the major components and systems within the home, and is essentially identical in content to a conventional home inspection. The major difference is that it is the seller who is commissioning the report. The report is made available in both full detail and in a shorter, summary format that can be used as a handout, referenced in listings or on feature sheets.
A further feature of a pre-listing inspection is the ability for the seller to provide a copy of the inspection to a prospective buyer, and at the same time make them aware that the buyer can obtain their own “walk through” inspection with the same Peak Home Inspection inspector, who is already familiar with the home, that would focus on the items already identified and what if anything has changed since the initial inspection. As this takes far less time, and does not include creating a second complete and comprehensive report, the buyers’ cost for this service can be significantly lower than a full inspection.
The seller commissioning the inspection is entitled to a 15% discount on their next inspection provided the home is within our service area.
The combination of a pre-listing inspection and a follow up buyers’ “ walk through” service provides a valuable marketing tool when selling a home.
Benefits for the Seller
- The seller has the freedom to choose who does the inspection and when, rather than leaving themselves open to a prospective buyers’ choice.
- The inspection will provide detailed information on items that need repair or maintenance, so the residence can be placed on the market with confidence knowing that you are not going to encounter any surprises during a sale.
- The owner knows in advance of any potential issues. This gives the owner the opportunity to repair them before the first potential buyer ever sees the house. If the owner chooses to make repairs, they can show the receipts for the work to a prospective buyer, or have the report updated to reflect the repairs done. Alternately, they can choose to use the original information to set a price that is in line with the current condition of the home.
- Making a pre-listing inspection available to the realtor and any prospective buyers brings instant credibility and integrity to both the sales process and the seller. This helps build the level of trust that is required between buyer and seller to ensure a successful transaction.
- There are a lot of “unknowns” in the sales process for any home. A pre-listing inspection removes the uncertainty, as the condition of all the major components and systems of the home are known.
- Being armed with detailed information about any deficiencies in the home, and the approximate associated costs, helps fend off demands for unrealistic price reductions to cover repairs later in the sales process.
- Peak Home Inspection will provide the seller a 15% discount for their next home inspection, provided the home is within our service area.
Benefits for the Buyer
- When considering a property, the existence of a pre-listing inspection demonstrates a level of sincerity, integrity and commitment to the sale process on the seller’s part. The buyer has assurance they are dealing with a serious seller.
- The buyer, having access to an independent and unbiased report on the condition of the major systems and components of a home has a much better feel for where they stand in terms of what additional work (if any) may be required post purchase.
- The buyer also has the choice to consult the same Peak Home Inspection inspector, who is already familiar with the home, to perform a “walk through” inspection of the home that would focus on the items already identified and what if anything has changed since the initial inspection. As this takes far less time, and does not include creating a second complete and comprehensive report, the cost can be significantly lower than a full inspection.
Summary
Pre-listing inspections contribute to a smooth sales process with less roadblocks to moving forward, and tangible benefits to all parties involved. They create a true “win win” for everyone involved.
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