Tag: home inspection
Home Inspections Save Buyers and Sellers Thousands of Dollars
Buying or selling a home is an intimidating task. For most people, buying a home is one of the biggest investments of their lives. If you’re in the market for a home in Richmond, Charlottesville, or the surrounding areas, schedule a home inspection with Burgess Inspections, Inc. before signing. We’re here for all of your […]
Should I Buy a Home with a Swimming Pool?
Many Virginia homeowners consider a swimming pool to be a necessity. But do swimming pools really increase the value of your home? In all reality, a swimming pool, if not well tended to, can actually become a major liability. At Burgess Inspections, Inc., we will help you determine if a swimming pool is worth the […]
5 Qualities to Look For in a Home Inspector
When asked how they decided which home to buy, many new homeowners say things like, “it was love at first sight!” But don’t get caught up in the romance before taking time to gather the facts. With a quality home inspection from Burgess Inspections, Inc., you can make an informed decision before investing your whole […]
Avoid Disaster by Scheduling a Synthetic Stucco Inspection
Burgess Inspections, Inc. is the largest locally-owned inspection firm in central Virginia. As such, we take great pride in offering top-notch inspection services to commercial and residential customers throughout the area. One of the most common questions we receive from clients is about the maintenance of Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS). If the exterior […]
Pool and Spa Inspections: Are They Worth the Investment?
In the heat of summer, nothing is more refreshing than a pool in the backyard. For Richmond area homebuyers, consider adding a pool and spa inspection to your pre-purchase home inspection. While a properly maintained pool adds value to your home, a damaged or malfunctioning pool can be a drain on your assets. At Burgess […]
4 Questions to Ask Your Home Inspector
When you’re preparing to buy a home, you are understandably very excited! However, in all that excitement, don’t forget to do your due diligence when you seek out a home inspector. Our team at Burgess Inspections, Inc. recommends that you ask a home inspector these five questions before you hire one.
Types of Home Inspections
If you’re a first time home buyer and you’ve never thought much about home inspections before, you may feel a bit uneducated on the subject. However, at Burgess Inspections, Inc., we strive to take the intimidation factor out of home inspections and ease your mind as you go forward. We’re happy to answer all of […]
Top 5 Tips for Home Buyers
Buying a new home in the Richmond, VA, area can be difficult to navigate. While our crew at Burgess Inspections, Inc. only takes part in a portion of the process, we have learned a few things by being in the industry since 1992. Here are a few tips we’ve picked up that we gladly pass […]
Pool Inspection Season Is Here!
Summer is just around the corner in Richmond, VA. You may already be thinking about getting your new pool ready for a full season of swimming and water fun. However, before you do, consider whether you’ve had a pool inspection from our team at Burgess Inspections, Inc.
5 Tips for Hiring a Quality Home Inspector
When it comes to buying a home, you don’t want to mess around with a subpar home inspector. Many of your real-estate decisions hinge on that all-important inspection report. Therefore, while you want to keep moving forward, be sure to take the time to hire someone who can do a good job. Our team at […]