Tag: Home inspections
Identifying Foundation Problems During a Home Inspection
There are certain issues that you don’t want to see on the home inspection report, whether you are the seller or the prospective buyer, and topping that list would be foundation problems. That’s because the foundation is one of the most critical components of a home evaluated during an inspection and can end up being […]
How to Prioritize Your Home Inspection Report
Whether you are a first-time buyer or have done this a few times, the real estate transaction process can leave you feeling overwhelmed and your head spinning. Sometimes you find what you think will be the perfect house, but the inspection report indicates otherwise. Perhaps your inspection report uncovered many issues you weren’t expecting to […]
Why Your Newly-Built Home Needs an Inspection
Building a new home makes for an exciting time in your life, one that is fraught with decisions and eager anticipation. One of the best decisions you can make as the soon-to-be-owner of a newly-built home is to secure your investment with a new construction inspection. GreenLInk Home Inspections brings 25 years of experience to […]
5 Maintenance Tips For Your New Home
If you’ve recently moved into a new house, then you likely know if there are any issues or flaws present based on the home inspection. Perhaps the seller already took care of most issues to comply with the terms of the purchase negotiation. GreenLInk Home Inspections sees countless Long Island homes, and we know which […]
The Difference Between a Home Inspection and an Appraisal
A home inspection and a home appraisal are two important steps in your real estate transaction, but they often get confused with each other. A home inspection and an appraisal are requested by different parties, and each serves its own specific purpose in the whole process. Basically, a home inspection will identify any flaws within […]
Why a Pre-Listing Inspection is a Wise Investment For Sellers
Homeowners who are trying to sell their homes tend to dread the inspection portion of the real estate process, fearing what expensive flaws this evaluation may uncover. If you are considering putting your house on the market, there are some things you can do to help better position your listing. GreenLInk Home Inspections is the premier […]
3 Red Flags That A Home Inspection Might Uncover
When you are nearing the finish line of closing on your new home, the last thing you want is for the inspection to unearth major issues with the house. However, it’s important to make sure that your potential new home is safe and won’t cost you dearly in unforeseen future repairs. GreenLInk Home Inspections is […]
The Value Of A Termite Inspection For Your Long Island Home
No homeowner ever wants to think about the inconvenience and cost of a termite infestation, so it’s important to be proactive about these and other wood-destroying organisms. GreenLInk Home Inspections recommends pest and termite inspections in combination with your home inspection on Long Island. After all, the region’s risk level is considered moderate to high […]
Is It Ever Okay To Waive A Home Inspection?
The booming real estate market of the last couple of years has resulted in some frustrating scenarios, such as bidding wars among prospective home buyers. Those searching for homes have been forced to act quickly when new listings come on the market, and many still end up losing out on the sale. GreenLInk Home Inspections […]
Specialty Inspections For Your Long Island Home
Living on Long Island presents a unique set of challenges for homeowners, such as flood zones, termites, and other environmental issues. Fortunately, GreenLInk Home Inspections is one company with multiple specialties. We staff credentialed experts in inspections and engineering, and we can handle all of your inspection needs. Here are some specialty inspections we offer […]