Investor Inspection Services

I’ve noticed an increase in calls related to the availability of investor property in the Jackson market, especially with investors from out of town and local investors that are busy otherwise.  Typically they just need a set of eyes in the field, and not a “Home Inspection” as defined by law or standards of practice [...]

What’s in the Attic?

I got a call from a realtor the other day regarding a request from a previous client.  Several years ago I inspected the house and I remember the family well since I worked with the wife’s father in a previous life.  The inspection went pretty well until I got in the attic. Yes, that is [...]

What to expect during a Home Inspection

So you’re buying a home and you’ve decided to have it inspected.  What should you expect? First, you’ve got to determine which inspector to use.  In Mississippi, home inspectors must be licensed.  The requirements include initial education, examination, and continuing education annually.  So first make sure that your candidates are truly licensed.  You can see [...]

Home Inspections for Sellers????

Trying to sell your home?  You need to get it inspected!  Sound ludicrous? Let’s examine how a pre-sale home inspection might help you sell your home. First, you get to be there when the home inspection occurs.  Typically, when a buyer’s inspection occurs, the seller is not present.  There may be information that you can [...]

Why Buyers Need a Home Inspection

So you’re about to buy a home.  You’ve spent time searching.  It’s in the right neighborhood.  You think it’s everything you want, but it’s a big decision.  It’s probably one of the biggest financial decisions of your life.  Why not go into it with as much information and confidence as possible. Face it, you’ve only [...]