Understanding Permit Inspections and Home Inspections: Key Differences for Buyers and Sellers to Know is the blog you never knew you needed!
Pop quiz, if you are getting a permit inspection, you don’t need a home inspection, true or false? False! I represent buyers and sellers on The Main Line PA, who are frequently confused by these terms. Let me clear up the confusion about inspections.
Inspections play a critical role in ensuring the safety and, in turn, the value of a property. These two types of inspections are both important for different reasons.
Permit inspections ensure that construction or renovation work adheres to local building codes and regulations. These inspections take place during or after construction projects, such as home additions, renovations, or structural changes. Permit inspections may assess, but are not limited to are the proper installation of electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems, and structural components. Typically arranged by the contractor or homeowner, these documents are very important and should be produced during the selling or buying process.
Home inspections are more comprehensive than permit inspections and represent a complete evaluation of a property’s condition. Home inspections may be conducted prior to listing a home, or during the selling process. The inspection includes the structure, systems, and components of a home and identifies potential issues or defects that may affect the safety, functionality, or value of the home.
Both permit inspections and home inspections serve essential purposes in the real estate process. While permit inspections insure that construction or renovations comply with building codes, home inspections are comprehensive assessments of a property’s overall condition. If you are considering buying or selling on The Main Line PA, and are looking for a licensed Realtor, please reach out.
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