Should I get a professional home inspection?

Yes. This checklist helps you spot obvious red flags, but a licensed inspector catches issues you can't see and may save thousands.

What are the biggest red flags when buying?

Foundation movement, chronic basement moisture, an aging roof, and outdated electrical (knob-and-tube or undersized panels) are the costliest to fix.

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Foundation: no large or horizontal cracks

Floors feel level, no major sagging

Roof age and condition confirmed

Basement dry, no water stains or musty smell

Lot grading slopes away from the house

Water pressure good, no slow drains

Furnace and water heater age noted

Electrical panel adequate (100A+/200A), no knob-and-tube

Windows open/close, seals intact

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Should I get a professional home inspection?: Yes. This checklist helps you spot obvious red flags, but a licensed inspector catches issues you can't see and may save thousands.
What are the biggest red flags when buying?: Foundation movement, chronic basement moisture, an aging roof, and outdated electrical (knob-and-tube or undersized panels) are the costliest to fix.

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