"Figuring out how to prepare for a home inspection before you list your home comes down to three things: make every major system easy to access, knock out small but telling maintenance fixes, and set the house up so the inspector can work safely and efficiently. A little prep now helps the inspection reflect your home's true condition, reduces the chance of preventable red flags, and keeps your sale on track"
"Before the inspector arrives, do a quick sweep to make sure nothing they need to evaluate is blocked or hard to get to. Jon McCreath, Training Director at National Property Inspections, Inc. , explains, "Because a home inspection is a visual, non-invasive assessment, it's important to provide the inspector with easy, unobstructed access to all key areas of the property." In other words, if something can't be safely reached, it may be marked as not inspected,"
Prepare key systems and utility areas for easy, unobstructed access so inspectors can evaluate without marking areas as not inspected. Perform small, high-impact maintenance like replacing burned-out bulbs and addressing minor defects to prevent avoidable red flags. Clear gates, garages, outbuildings, and mechanical rooms, and ensure exterior visibility and safe access. Remove pets and secure occupants for inspection-day safety and efficiency. Provide water, tools, and clear parking to help inspectors work quickly. Use a final pre-inspection checklist to confirm access, repairs, and cleanliness before listing to keep the sale on track.
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