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We hold a special appreciation for our active-duty military members and veteran families. Austin, as a veteran, has a deep-rooted desire to protect those around him.

This commitment makes him an exceptional home inspector. He not only possesses extensive knowledge to guide you through your purchase but also prioritizes the safeguarding of your investment, ensuring you avoid any unexpected surprises or repairs once you settle into your new home.

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What’s the difference between a VA appraisal and a VA home inspection?

The VA appraisal and a VA home inspection are easy to confuse, so let’s go into a little more detail about each process.

A VA appraisal is intended to protect the borrower from buying a property that is not safe, sound, or sanitary — and to establish a fair market value for the property.

The appraisal evaluates the property according to the VA’s Minimum Property Requirements (MPRs). Your VA appraiser won’t be trained (or obligated) to report every potential problem or recommend repairs.

By contrast, a VA home inspection is a top-to-bottom examination of the home.. An inspection evaluates elements of the home not covered by the VA appraiser, such as a full roof inspection and potential future problems.

A home inspection checklist

While there may be some overlap in what a home inspection and VA appraisal covers, a home inspection should provide homebuyers with a holistic look at the quality of the entire home.

The main items your home inspection should cover:

Home structure. The construction of the home is sound, including walls, floors, foundation, roof, and ceilings

Home exterior. Determine the life of the siding, windows and trim, plus inspect exterior lighting and other exterior features like fences. Also, the property has proper drainage based on the grade and elevation as well as landscaping

Plumbing. Identify the pipe materials and confirm that everything is up to current standards. Also, inspect toilets, showers, sinks, and faucets for leaks and other needed repairs

Home systems. These include chimney and fireplaces, water heaters, furnaces, air conditioning units, and septic systems if applicable

Roof and attic. In addition to inspecting the construction of the roof, your home inspector should check the framing, flashing and gutters, insulation, and ventilation

Electrical. Determine the type of wiring and that it’s properly grounded. Inspect ceiling fans, light fixtures, and the main electrical breaker.