The home buying process can be quite exciting—but even a seemingly perfect home could be hiding some serious problems. As the team at I.C. IT Home Inspection in San Antonio, TX, knows, these less obvious issues could result in some major headaches later on. Here are three scary hidden problems that a qualified home inspector will help you uncover before you buy.

Top 3 Hidden Problems Your Home Inspector Can Find

1. Roof Issues

Loose or missing shingles  from storms and wind often go undetected. Also missing or improperly installed flashing can go unnoticed. Knowing the condition of the roof can save money down the road. 

2. Foundation Issues

Even a tiny crack or bulge in the foundation could indicate a more serious problem. Home inspectors are trained to spot all the warning signs that reveal when something is wrong with the foundation—from bowing basement walls and sticking doors to hidden cracks and leaning chimneys. A house with major foundation problems is going to be more trouble than it’s worth in the long run.

3. Aluminum Wiring

Aluminum’s low cost in comparison to copper made it a popular wiring option in the late 1960s and early 1970s, but these wires are more prone to starting electrical fires. Not surprisingly, aluminum wire is not used today, but it is still present in some older houses. This problem is worth discovering in advance, as rewiring the house could cost several thousand dollars. 

Do you need a home inspector to check out the property you want to buy? As a licensed inspector, Jeff Slusser of I.C. IT Home Inspection has the experience and expertise you need to have confidence in the home-buying process. To learn more about his home inspection services, visit online or call (210) 473-5212.