Pre-market or pre-purchase electrical inspection
Whether you are selling a home or buying one, surprises are the last thing you need.
Smart seller pre-market electrical check
Selling your home is a big decision, involving lots of planning and careful preparation. Why would you bother researching the housing market in your area, interviewing real estate agents and trimming the hedges without finding out about any issues which could cause the sale to fall over or a negotiated reduction in price after all your hard work?
Carrying out a pre-market electrical inspection makes perfect sense for so many reasons.
- You know what to expect, no surprises from the buyers pre-purchase building inspection.
- Make any necessary electrical repairs in your own time rather than rushing to get things done in time for settlement.
- Remove the incidence of over inflated electrical repair quotes appearing on the negotiating table.
- Save on repairs - often you can get the issue fixed for less than a potential reduction in the selling price.
- Unless you're selling the house as a 'renovators delight', reducing the issues with your home will make it easier to sell.
- Offer peace of mind for any prospective buyers by presenting the inspection results up front, therefore showing that you have nothing to hide.
- The inspection allows you to highlight work already carried out which won't need to be done by a buyer.
Buyer beware - pre-purchase electrical inspection
Many a home buyers nightmare tale contains, "Then we found out the electrical wiring was faulty, and that cost us $$$$ to fix!" Building inspections are not always carried out by experienced, professional trade specialists who know the intricacies of home electrical systems. Some home buyers, looking to save a few dollars, will occasionally skip the pre-purchase inspection or pay the minimum for an unreliable combined report.
Buying a home can be a very emotional experience, but it is essential not to let your emotions cloud the cold hard facts about the property you're looking at. Not knowing the full story could potentially end up to be a very costly exercise. Know what's needed before you buy.
Using a licenced electrician for your electrical inspection means you're getting a specialist opinion and real world quotes for any electrical work which may need to be done. One flickering light might just mean the bulb is gone, it could also mean the light fitting needs replacing or maybe the whole house needs a full rewire. The answer to this could be a deal breaker or just a price changer.
An electrical specialist will identify any of the following electrical issues and much more:
- switchboard upgrade requirements.
- old wiring
- exposed wiring inside the roof or in home extensions.
- insufficient electrical wiring and systems - older wiring can't keep up with the demands of modern appliances.
- DIY electrical wiring - if it wasn't done by a licenced electrician it probably isn't insurable, plus it could be dangerous or present a fire hazard.
- identify dangerous work or defective electrical products used - such as the Infinity electrical cable.
- solar power systems - compliant and in correct working order.
- any other electrical safety issues.
Enlist a licenced electrical specialist to check the electrical work in your new dream home, wouldn't ask a roofer about your tax return and expect, accurate advice.
Moreton Bay Solar Air Electrical can carry out electrical inspections throughout north Brisbane and Redcliffe. Give our team a call before you buy or sell on 07 3883 2119 or complete our service request form today.
