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How to Tell if Your Homebuilder Cuts Corners

How to Tell if Your Homebuilder Cuts Corners - Port A Homes for Sale
It’s unfortunate, but it happens: Sometimes home builders cut corners, and the details come out during a home inspection.
First things first: Skipping a home inspection for any reason can be a tremendously bad idea—and it could end up costing you tons of money in the long run.

Do You Need an Inspection on a Brand-New Home?

It doesn’t matter whether you’re buying a beachfront condo in Port Aransas, a newly built home near the beach, or a $300,000 home on North Padre Island. Your Realtor® will most likely tell you to hire an independent home inspector who can scour the house for problems.
Again, sometimes builders cut corners in an attempt to finish homes quickly or to save money. Your home inspector will look through the entire house, from top to bottom, to uncover clues that the builder may have skimped, done shoddy work, or simply ignored codes to get the house done.
You can go with the inspector, too. Two sets of eyes are better than one! Things you should look for include:

  • Sloppy paint jobs
  • Poorly aligned outlets and light switches
  • A sloped floor
  • Exposed wiring
  • Bad-looking ductwork

Are You Buying a Home in Port Aransas?

If you’re looking for a home in the beautiful city of Port Aransas, we’d love to help you.
Call us at 361-563-7788 or get in touch with us online to tell us what you want from your next home. We’ll begin searching right away.
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Don't Buy a House Until You Meet the Neighbors!

Don't Buy a House Until You Meet the Neighbors - Port Aransas Homes for Sale
When you’re shopping for your next home, whether it’s a beachfront condo in Port Aransas or a $250,000 home on North Padre Island, it’s a good idea to check out the neighborhood—and the neighbors—before you actually fall in love with the place.

Checking Out the Neighborhood

It’s always a good idea to drive through the neighborhood at various times of day (especially the times you’ll be out and about) so you can see what’s happening in the area. Are there people out grilling? Is it a more adult-oriented environment, or are there kids playing, riding bikes, and skateboarding?
You can also get a lot of information on a neighborhood by stopping and chatting up the people who are out when you swing by. Besides, it’ll give you a head start on getting to know your neighbors.

Plan for the Location, Too

Is your potential neighborhood closer to work, school, and other places you frequent, or is it farther away? It’s a good idea to check the commute times before you settle on one subdivision or community, because after a move is no time to discover that the drive is unbearable.

Are You Buying a Home in Port Aransas?

If you’re looking for a home in the beautiful city of Port Aransas, we’d love to help you.
Call us at 361-563-7788 or get in touch with us online to tell us what you want from your next home. We’ll begin searching right away.
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