Central Iowa Home Inspection

Hello, my name is John Prohaska and I am the owner of J&P Inspections in Des Moines, Iowa. My business is run with you and your family in mind.

I am certified by The American Society of Home Inspectors http://www.ashi.org and the Indoor Air Quality Association, http://www.iaqa.org

If you give me the privilege of inspecting your home or prospective home, I will give you my very best effort using all my experience and education to make your dream of a safe and functional home a reality. I personally conduct all my inspections and you can be assured of complete professionalism from the time you hire me until the time I present you my findings and beyond. I am always just a call away.

I also include, as a free gift to all my clients, a homeowners guide, titled A Home Systems Guide. This guide is a how to operate your home written by Tom Feiza Mr. Fix It is a great reference tool to help you get acquainted with your new home.

J&P Inspections is always looking for ways to serve the customer better and is proud to announce its affiliation with Service Legends http://www.leechman.com one of the areas finest heating and cooling experts. What this affiliation means for you is after the inspection I will be giving you a voucher for a talking thermostat absolutely free. ( 189.00 Value ) If you decide to use this voucher, a heating and cooling expert will install the thermostat and will evaluate the heating and cooling system on the home you are selling or buying absolutely FREE! No strings and nothing to buy thus giving you more for your inspection dollar. Both of these companies have been built from the ground up by two guys who where born and raised right here in Des Moines and where commitment to our customers remains our highest priorty.Give me a call today to schedule your inspection and take advantage of this great offer. Call 515-201-3683

I am also a Certified Residential Mold Inspector ( CRMI ) serving the greater Des Moines area and outside communities. I am also proud to announce my affiliation with Respircare Analytical, http://www.RespirCareAnalytical.com a team of Indoor Air Quality Professionals that are second to none and make my job a lot easier with test results you can count on.Pay a visit to the RespirCare website before you proceed they have a wealth of knowledge concerning Indoor Air Quality. PS if you do not have a mold issue but where wondering about the general air quality of your home give me a call. I also offer a very economical indoor air test by Air Advice http://www.airadvice.com that will give you a idea of your overall air quality. This is a must if you live with or are elderly, asthmatic or have a immune deficiency. 515-201-3683

Pre-Listing Payoff

In todays saturated market, it is not just a lack of buyers causing difficulties but also the resistance of sellers to aggressively position their homes to sell quickly and for the maximum price possible. Most homes sold throughout the U.S. will have a home inspection completed by the buyer prior to closing. For years the home inspection process has been positioned at the end of the real estate cycle. A home is listed, an offer made, a contract written and then, just before closing, the home inspection is ordered- leaving sellers, buyers and agents feverishly trying to fix, replace or get estimates for problems uncovered in the inspection.

Due to the current market situation, some real estate agents are figuring out how to use the home inspection as a fast-track selling tool. These agents are instructing their sellers to have a pre-listing (or pre-sale) inspection performed. A pre-listing inspection, paid for by the seller or listing agent, provides a written report as to the pre-sale condition of the property and may uncover concerns which might compromise a sale.

By moving the inspection to the beginning of the sales cycle, these agents are able to shorten the process by removing obstacles before they can interfere with a potential sale. Pre-listing inspections are nothing new. They have been a part of the inspection business for a number of years but are rarely performed during strong sales markets

During strong markets, buyers purchase a home inspection to make sure there aren�t any surprise defects and to substantiate the purchase price. In an up market, sellers often have backup offers to fall back on if negotiations break down with a prospective buyer. Sellers forego a pre-listing inspection knowing buyers are not likely to walk away from a deal. They will have an inspection performed as a part of the contract.

In weaker markets, when there are more properties available and/or fewer buyers, the seller is at a disadvantage. The buyer will sometimes use the home inspection to verify condition and to negotiate a lower price to cover repair and improvement costs. It is when there is a higher-than-normal level of homes for sale that the seller can attract buyers by pre-inspecting their home prior to placing the �for sale� sign in the yard.

Pre-listing inspections benefit all parties involved and they are gaining in popularity. Selling agents gain time to help the seller improve the appeal of the home. They help the agent set the seller�s price expectation too and can be used to substantiate a higher asking price. Agents will have fewer issues to negotiate at the 11th hour and buyers may even waive their inspection.

Sellers can choose who they want to perform the inspection and assist in providing details of equipment maintenance, supply dates of improvements and explanations for current conditions. They will gain more time to make repairs and compare bids on work to be done and can truly provide full disclosure to their potential buyers.

The buyer benefits by receiving a third-party review of the home�s condition before making an offer. Pre-inspections also can assist in procuring financing. The inspection can remove doubt regarding initial concerns and may reduce the stress associated with purchasing a home.

Same Product

A pre-listing home inspection report does not differ in form or content from the typical report that most inspectors are familiar with. It is very important to stay neutral in this business. I may end up doing an inspection for both the seller (pre-list) and the buyer (under contract), and it would be difficult to justify differences within the same property reporting. The real difference is that the seller can provide additional facts to support conditions, etc. that are not available when performing a buyers inspection. An example might be paperwork to support the age of the roof, or certificates stating the septic system passed a recent county inspection.

Pre-listing inspections may eventually become the more common type of home inspection and slower market conditions may be the catalyst for that change. Either way, the importance of having a home inspection as part of the sales process cannot be overstated. It protects all parties involved by providing invaluable information to those involved so that educated decisions can be made.

Heres What A Few Of My Clients Had To Say About J&P Inspections.

I have used 3 other home inspection services and your services are better than all 3 of the others put together.......Todd Chada, Des Moines Ia.

John was very thorough with the inspection. Knowing I was a first time home buyer, he took extra time to explain things to me and made sure I understood everything about the inspection and the results. Thank you......Renee Willet, Ames, Ia..

I liked the meticulous inspection of the house. You even put up with what must have seemed like a million questions as we toured the home. Thank you for giving me "Home Inspection 101"! I appreciate it very much.......Jason Sarmiento, Waukee Ia.

Most professional inspection ever. Very thorough. Will use as guide to repair and keep watch on items in the future. Re-instilled faith in the whole home inspection profession.....Jack & Joan Hoffman, Ankeny, Ia.

Your inspection was great. We were impressed with the fact that you took your time to explain the problems and gave us tips and recommendations to maintain the house. We will definitely pass the word about yor company...Jennifer Magradze, Indianola, Ia.

Inspected once, Inspected right.

Even if you do not choose me as your inspector, please do yourself a favor and be sure to select a qualified home inspector. Your home is the one most important investment of your lifetime.Get a inspection, it will probably be the best money you ever spent.

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