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Does a standard home inspection catch things like this? I've purchased homes, and always had an inspection done, but never watched them actually 'inspect.' Curi
by nhangen 14y ago
Does a standard home inspection catch things like this? I've purchased homes, and always had an inspection done, but never watched them actually 'inspect.' Curious if they use detection devices for things like this.
Also, how does the government get involved in the backing of contaminated homes. I know that as a VA borrower, the requirements are very strict. Isn't it the same here?
- alexmarcy 14y agoI don't think this is a standard thing that you would find in a home so it probably wouldn't be part of a standard home inspection. Things like mold which are more prevalent would be higher on the list of priorities. They could however easily test for specific chemicals used in meth cooking if desired.
- dangrossman 14y agoI've watched a home inspection and the only tools used were a flashlight, GFI tester to test wiring, and the guy's eyeballs. Unless there's some visible sign, a typical home inspector is not going to be able to detect chemical contamination of any kind. Radon testing before buying a home isn't uncommon but is still something you have to ask for and pay for separately.
- bryanlarsen 14y agoNope. Home inspectors aren't allowed to be "intrusive" while testing, meaning they can only see stuff that's easily accessible.
- bryanlarsen 14y agoIMO, the vast majority of home inspectors are people looking for an easy income. All the "certified home inspector" label means is that they crammed for a few days to pass the test.