Sellers can use these guidelines to ensure their home is ready for its close up. They will also help the inspection process go more smoothly.
Provide keys to any locked areas and ensure that the basement/crawl space, garage, attic and yard are easily accessible.
Repair leaky faucets and fixtures, and repair or replace grout around tubs and showers.
Recaulk around exterior door and windows
Test the smoke and carbon monoxide alarms and replace the units if necessary.
Move items from around the water heater, furnace, central AC units and electrical panel to allow clear access.
Store medications and valuables securely and out of sight.
Ask your agent how long the inspection is expected to take and plan to be away from the home for the duration.
Take pets with you or crate them for safety.
PTPEstimates: How Much Will These Fixes Cost?
Your client can request a third-party estimate to repair items called out in their Pillar To Post home inspection. PTPEstimates is included in their home inspection and is only a click away from our partners at BOSSCAT Home Services.
Repair cost estimates are based on local costs
Estimate is provided within approximately 1 business day
Your client can use the information to make repairs now or plan for them to be done over time
Depending on location, your client can choose to contract with BOSSCAT to have repairs completed
You’ve got your itinerary, made your reservations and are ready to pack your bags. Don’t forget about keeping your home secure while you’re away! While you may already monitor a home security setup remotely, use these tips to give you added peace of mind.
If possible, load your vacation gear into the car while it’s in the garage so you’re not announcing to passersby that you’re on your way out of town.
Make your home appear occupied. Schedule lights throughout the house to turn off and on at various times after dark using simple plug-in timers or a smartphone app.
Close the window coverings on the first floor so would-be thieves aren’t tempted by valuables and other items visible from outside.
Use extra caution when referencing your vacation on social media, or better yet, don’t mention it at all. Information spreads quickly, and you don’t want it to get into the wrong hands. Hold off on posting photos and updates until you’re back home.
Tell your close friends and trusted neighbors of your travel plans. Let them know when you’re expecting to return and how you can be reached in an emergency.
Have the post office hold your mail, and suspend any
newspaper and package deliveries (or ask a neighbor to collect them for you).
Arrange to have the lawn mowed in your absence if you’ll be gone for more than a week or so.
Ask a neighbor to park in your driveway on occasion so it looks like there’s someone home.
Lock the garage, gates and sheds. Don’t forget to lock any side doors and doors leading into the house from the garage.
Relax and enjoy your well-deserved trip!
GREAT OUTDOORS
Top Tree Tips
Choosing the right types and locations of trees on your property can make your yard more enjoyable and prevent headaches down the road. Properly located and well-maintained trees can also add to your property value!
1. A common problem is trees that grow too large for their location. To avoid this, research how tall and wide a particular tree will be at maturity. That lovely sapling at the nursery could grow up to be a giant you don’t have space for.
2. Don’t plant trees too close to the house. At full size it may damage the roof, gutters or the structure itself and need to be cut back or removed.
3. If a tree you’re considering is deciduous (loses its leaves each fall) will the winter sun cause nearby rooms to be too bright?
4. Trees with invasive and/or shallow root systems shouldn’t be planted near the house, pavement or other surfaces as they can eventually cause serious damage to walkways, the driveway and even the foundation.
Local nurseries are a great source of information about what types of trees will thrive in your area. Their knowledgeable staff can help you make choices and provide planting tips so you can enjoy your trees for years to come.
The Ultimate Home InspectionTM
Gets Rave Reviews from Agents!
Technology coupled with deep knowledge allows us to provide an exceptional home inspection with unique and innovative features, all delivered within a seamless brand experience. This experience, and the people who deliver it, has made Pillar To Post North America’s largest home inspection company.
“The inspector was amazing, professional and caring. He answered all of our questions and addressed all concerns. He explained each item in detail and made the client feel at ease. He did an amazing job and I would definitely recommend your team again!”
“The inspection reminded me exactly why I love Pillar To Post. The inspector took his time and did a great job. He took time to go over every page with my buyers and answered many questions that gave my buyers the confi dence to proceed with the purchase. They got to take home their report and their PTPEstimates for repairs was returned before we left the inspection. It was that fast and gave a really reasonable estimate for the needed repairs that made it easy to share back to the sellers agent for review. I will continue to recommend them!”
“Our inspector was wonderful to work with, very friendly and professional, also funny! I also enjoyed the presentation and materials provided to my client – the photo walk through and printing out the report and presenting in a binder were very nice touches. Much appreciated.”
“I was very intrigued by the PTP360 summary and PTPFloorPlan that were offered. I recommended to my sellers that it would be a very good marketing tool to get all the inspections up front. It is phenomenal. Home inspection was very thorough as expected from Pillar To Post.”
“He did an excellent job with this inspection. Extremely thorough. Very easy to ask questions and get further explanations. The best part was his delivery of the inspection summary with the clients. Didn’t make them panic about things that needed addressing, but explained what the issues were completely. I would definitely use Pillar To Post again.”
Experience the Pillar To Post Difference. Schedule a home inspection today!
PTP360 is our interactive 360° Visual Inspection Summary, now included with all Pillar To Post Home Inspections.* PTP360 is an engaging tool that help buyers get to know the home, enabling them to make a confident home ownership decision.
View key findings from the inspection from within the PTP360 Inspection Summary
Buyers can revisit the home virtually from a smartphone, tablet or desktop
Share a link to PTP360 with family and friends
Delivered within 24 hours of the home inspection
PTP360 is one of 4 innovative features of The Ultimate Home Inspection including PTPEstimates, PTPFloorPlan and PTPHomeManual.
PTPFloorPlan FOR THE WIN
When your clients choose our Premium or Prestige Package they’ll also receive a measured PTPFloorPlan that includes every room in the home. It’s a great tool for planning furniture fit and placement and to help ensure a smooth move-in.
PTPFloorPlan reduces the need to revisit the home to take measurements, saving time and effort. It can also be shared with contractors to get accurate estimates for flooring, painting and more.
WHAT YOU NEED, WHEN YOU NEED IT
Buyer, seller and post-sale inspections available
Easy scheduling – just call or click
Printed and digital reports
E&O insured to protect you
Ask about our added inspection services
*Where available. Not all services are offered by every office.
Spring is the perfect opportunity for homeowners to make sure their property is in good shape and to help protect their investment, too. Here are some ideas to help homeowners get on track with maintenance in mind.
Look for cracks, peeling or chipped paint, and general wear and tear on siding and trim. Have damaged areas repaired and repainted as needed for lasting protection.
Clear gutters and downspouts of debris and gunk collected over the winter and repair any leaks.
Check patios and walkways for cracks and any loose bricks or pavers. These are tripping hazards and unsafe until repaired/corrected.
Clean window screens and repair any holes or tears, or replace the screen material. Wash accessible exterior windows before reinstalling screens.
Look around the property for damaged tree limbs and branches. If a large tree appears to be damaged, stay safe and call a professional for an evaluation.
Inspect the irrigation system for broken sprinkler heads and emitters. Also check for overspray and adjust the system to prevent water waste.
There are no inspections available with this FBO within +/- 4 days of your preferred inspection date. Please pick another inspection date, or contact us.
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