Non-traditional use of home inspection?

[AtlantaBob]

Hello,

I'm hoping if you can tell me if this is a good idea -- or a crazy one.

My parents have an old 1960's ranch which has a lot of deferred maintenance (needs new roof, new furnace, new windows, entirely new kitchen, etc.) More importantly, it may have some more fundamental issues (i.e., old fuse-based wiring systems, potential water damage to the foundation/basement).

Does it make sense to pay for a home inspector to come and inspect the property for any significant issues before putting ~ $75,000 into renovations? Or does anyone have a better idea?

Thanks,

[pbkmaine]

It's a very good idea.

[Roadsidetreasurehunter]

Yes, I agree it makes sense.  The home inspector will be able to provide a detailed list of repairs or upgrades that are needed.   I like this idea.

[AtlantaBob]

Thank you both for your feedback!

I've got some friends who recently bought houses who I can check with to see if they have any recommendations for an inspector, but if anyone on the board has a recommendation for the Atlanta, GA, area, I would really appreciate it!

[cchrissyy]

That sounds like a very smart move

[Joggernot]

Does it make sense to pay for a home inspector to come and inspect the property for any significant issues before putting ~ $75,000 into renovations? Or does anyone have a better idea?

Thanks,

We did exactly that.  Found some other things that could be combined with other planned work, so it helped us.  We only did $25,000 in renovations and new projects.