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Are you required to get a home inspection or pest inspection before purchasing a house? The answer is technically no, but we highly recommend having those inspections done.
Home and pest inspections will cost you a bit of money up front: home inspections run about $350 to $450, and pest inspections run from $70 to $125. However, these inspections can reveal heating issues and structural problems that we can’t see with the naked eye. Those problems could cost you thousands and thousands of dollars, so it’s a good idea to invest in some inspections before purchasing a home.
In North Carolina, you have a due diligence period to schedule all of your inspections. Once the inspection report comes back, you can negotiate with the seller on repairs. Remember, the seller is not required to fix everything, but you may be able to get them to cover some of the major repairs.
If you have any questions, give us a call or send us an email. We would be happy to help you!
