If you are considering selling, or have contracted to purchase a home, you may want to pay extra attention to the 10 most common flaws found during home inspections. In a study of more than 50,000 residences, here are the top 10 defects found during home inspections.
54.9% of reports indicate: Doors need adjusting/servicing
54.8% of reports indicate: Faucets and showerheads need servicing
54.5% of reports indicate: Exterior caulking/sealant is missing
53.7% of reports indicate: Outlet or light switch problems
48% of reports indicate: No circuit breaker (GFCI) protection
45% of reports indicate: Cosmetic sheetrock cracks or nail pops
45% of reports indicate: Missing or defective smoke alarms
40.5% of reports indicate: Fixtures and/or bulb problems
33.9% of reports indicate: Interior caulking, grout, and sealer are missing.
33.9% of reports indicate: Electrical service panel problems
*Source: Study of 50,000 home inspections by RepairPricer.com