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How to Prepare Your Home for an Inspection

When selling a home most homeowners go through a home inspection process. In fact, most purchase agreements include a contingency based on the outcome of the home inspection. The buyer has the right to walk away from the contract if the home inspection reveals issues and the two parties can’t come to an agreement about repairs.

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Five Home Maintenance Goals for the New Year

The new year is a great time to start fresh. This includes a focus on home maintenance tasks and home updates. In January, consider those tasks that add value the entire year and get you off to a solid start.

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Home Inspection Tips for Sellers

Selling a home is a big undertaking for a homeowner. You need the right team on your side to help simplify the process. At Kenco Home Inspections, we help Southeast Florida homeowners understand the true condition of your home through an experienced and reliable home inspection.

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We are Thankful for You!

2020 has been a year full of surprises and challenges. From COVID-19, to an unpreceded hurricane season and more, we’ve faced a tough year. When we rang in the new year, we had no idea the shifts we’d have to make to keep our business running this year. Yet, our dedicated customers and faithful community supported us. For that, we at Kenco Home Inspections are abundantly grateful!

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6 Easy Ways to Lower Your Energy Bill

Now more than ever, homeowners are looking for ways to save money. One great way to reduce your monthly expenses is by lowering your energy costs. According to the EPA, half of all home energy usage goes to heating or cooling the home. The main way to reduce energy expenses is to focus on maximizing your HVAC system’s performance.

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What to Look for When Choosing a Home Inspector

A home inspector provides important information about what is likely your biggest investment – your home. Whether you acquire an inspection to prepare for the sale of your home or as part of the buying process, you want to partner with a home inspector you trust.

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What is the Difference in a Home Inspection and an Appraisal?

The homebuying process includes many steps which can feel confusing. At Kenco Home Inspections, we want you to have confidence as you go through the steps to purchase a home. Two important elements when buying a home are the appraisal and home inspection. While these tasks have some similarities, they serve two very distinct roles.

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Do You Need a New Roof for Your Home?

One of the questions we frequently receive is how to know if a home needs a new roof. A roof replacement is one of the most expensive home maintenance jobs. When purchasing a new home, it’s important to determine the state of the existing roof. However, you may also choose to schedule a roof inspection at any point before you decide to invest in a new roof.

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How Long Does a Home Inspection Take?

At Kenco Home Inspections, we work within the tight real estate timeframe to offer efficient and effective home inspections. We want you to have all the information you need to have peace of mind when purchasing a home. We highlight any health or financial risks or hazards we find. After all, that’s the goal with a home inspection!

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Common Issues Found in a Home Inspection

As a home buyer, you schedule a home inspection to identify issues with the home so you can make an informed purchasing decision. Our goal when we conduct a home inspection is to offer the best information based on our evaluation. At the end of the inspection, we produce a written report you can use to determine if you want to request repairs from the seller as part of the purchase negotiations.

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