What Makes a Home “Move-In Ready” After an Inspection?

You’ve probably seen the phrase “move-in ready” on countless real estate listings—but what does it really mean? For buyers, the term suggests that the home is clean, safe, and free of significant issues. But the best way to know for sure is with a professional home inspection. At United Property Inspectors, Inc., we help buyers in the Rocklin area understand exactly what they’re walking into—so they can move in with confidence.

4 Reasons Why New Construction Homes Still Need an Inspection

Buying a brand-new home is an exciting milestone. With the latest materials, modern designs, and never-before-used appliances, many buyers assume that a new construction home is free from issues. However, even newly built homes can have defects that may go unnoticed without a professional inspection. At United Property Inspectors, Inc. in Sacramento, we strongly recommend getting a home inspection before closing on any new construction property.

6 Tips to Prepare Your California Home for Winter

While California winters may not bring heavy snowstorms or freezing temperatures, they still pose unique challenges for homeowners. From increased rainfall in some areas to cooler temperatures in others, it’s essential to prepare your home for the seasonal shift. A seasonal home inspection from United Property Inspectors, Inc. can help identify potential issues before they turn into costly repairs, ensuring your home is safe and efficient during the colder months.

What Happens If Your Home Inspection Doesn’t Turn Out Well?

When you are buying a home, it may seem like a whirlwind of appointments and signatures. One of the most nerve-racking steps in the process is the home inspection, where you will learn the true condition of the home you want to purchase. At United Property Inspectors, Inc., we understand that home inspections don’t always go as planned and can even bring the real estate transaction to a screeching halt. We are here to help you through the scenario where your home inspection doesn’t turn out as planned and to let you know how we can assist you in your next steps.

Protect Your Investment with an Informative Home Evaluation

You would never make a large investment without having all of the facts presented to you. Moving into a home is no different because you definitely want to have all of the facts about the home before you take that important step. United Property Inspectors, Inc. inspects to a higher standard so that you have peace of mind in knowing we have evaluated everything inside the home that can be seen or touched. Let’s walk through our home inspection services, and you can see how we will come alongside you to help protect your investment. 

Is It Ever Okay to Skip the Inspection When You Buy a Home?

Sometimes, when you move into a new house, you get down to the wire with the timing and need things to move quickly. It can be tempting to skip the home inspection when the house looks nearly perfect and you are in a hurry. United Property Inspectors, Inc. never encourages home buyers to skip the inspection, because that is a crucial piece of the home buying process. Let’s go over the importance of comprehensive home inspections and why you should never eliminate this step in the real estate transaction.

Get a Pool Inspection before You Sign the Dotted Line

It’s very common for California homes to have pools and spas on the property. While homeowners undoubtedly enjoy the relaxing benefits of these amenities, the repairs they sometimes require can cost anywhere from hundreds to tens of thousands of dollars. United Property Inspectors, Inc. helps clients to understand what costly issues they may be facing by offering pool and spa inspections. We’ll walk through some reasons you need to have one of these inspections before you complete any real estate transaction, as well as what is involved.

Don’t Take Any Chances: Schedule Mold Inspection and Testing

Nothing can get in the way of buying or selling a property like the presence of mold. Additionally, there are few things more disconcerting than living in a home with suspected mold growth. United Property Inspectors, Inc. offers mold inspection and testing services for your home to help ensure a smooth real estate transaction, as well as peace of mind. Let us walk you through our proven mold testing process and go over the protection we offer.

Preparing Your Home for an Inspection: 5 Things You Can Do

The prospect of an inspection can make even the most confident homeowner nervous, second-guessing everything inside their home. You don’t have to just cross your fingers and hope for the best, as there are some things you can do to better prepare your home for the inspector’s visit. United Property Inspectors, Inc. offers comprehensive home inspections as well as pre-listing inspections that will help both buyers and sellers to make informed financial decisions. Let’s take a look at five things you can do to better position your home for the dreaded inspection.

What Is Checked during a Home Inspection?

If you have never bought or sold a house, you might not be entirely sure what takes place during a residential home inspection. Or perhaps it’s been a while, and you need an inspection soon, either as a buyer or a seller. United Property Inspectors, Inc. offers a higher standard of certified home inspections for our clients. Let’s take a closer look at the home inspection process and why you should choose us.