Not every house is perfect, and even your dream home will require some fixes every now and then. One of the joys of homeownership is accepting this reality and working hard to fix these issues as they arise. During your home inspection, you may be faced with many potential issues with your future home. If not too overwhelming, these home-repair tasks should excite you! Don’t allow them to be overlooked, as they may worsen over time. Some of the issues you may come across might be more common than others.

Common home inspection issues in the state of New Jersey:

• Electrical: Older homes may have aging electrical systems in place. Bad or out-dated wiring could lead to short-circuiting, which could cause a fire and other damage to appliances.
• Water in the Basement: Many basements are damp and musty – the perfect conditions for developing mold. During rainy weather, many basements are very susceptible to flooding and can be severely damaged by water. Damage or signs of a water problem can be apparent even when its not wet outside.
• Roof: Issues with a home’s roof are commonly found during a home inspection. These can include roof leaks, roof sagging, damaged shingles, and missing tiles.
• Plumbing: Poor water pressure in your pipes and issues with leaking are common problems found in many homes in New Jersey. Another issue you may run into is choked drainage, the signs of which can be seen in leaky ceilings and dampened wallpaper.
• Bug Infestation: Bugs can be difficult to detect, but they often find their way into your home fairly easily. Once they’re there, they can cause great damage to your furniture and also lead to problems like mold and mildew.
• Improper Ventilation: A properly ventilated house has well-placed windows and doors facilitating the passage of air throughout the house. Poor ventilation can lead to a buildup of moisture in the home and cause it to be musty.