Remove
any items stored where they restrict access to attic and
crawl space panels, electrical panels, furnaces, pool equipment,
etc.
Make arrangements for
pets to stay away from the home during the inspection.
If easy to obtain,
have available at the time of inspection copies of any building
permits, construction contracts, architectural drawings,
septic tank service reports, utility bills and similar documents
available to the inspector.
Be honest! Arizona
law requires you to disclose all material facts about the
property whether or not you are asked by the buyer or a
real estate agent. If, for example, your roof has leaked,
disclose that information and if you have made repairs then
disclose that you think the problem has been solved. Remember,
a seller does not generally have a legal obligation to correct defects in the property, as long as the defects are disclosed.
Any correction of the defects is a matter of contract negotiation
between you and the buyer. For more information, please
see the Seller
Advisory.
Provide the inspector and buyer full access.
Most inspectors will perform the inspection in the company
of the prospective buyer. This is also a time for the buyer
to take another look at the house and discuss concerns with
their agent and the inspector. It is customary and recommended
you are absent from the home during the actual inspection.
