Do You Need a Pool Inspection When Purchasing a Home?

Southeast Florida is the perfect place to enjoy an outdoor swimming pool for homeowners. However, you want to ensure the swimming pool functions properly before purchasing a home. After all, buying a home is a big decision and investment. 

There are many things to consider before buying a property, such as location, size, amenities, and price. The pool inspection often gets overlooked in the hustle and bustle of closing on a home.

A swimming pool offers fun entertainment and adds value to your property. However, pools also come with some risks. If you don't inspect them properly, you might end up paying too much or even buying a house with a dangerous pool.

Pool inspections are necessary because they can reveal potential problems. For example, a cracked tile floor could indicate leaks, while a broken filtration system could make the pool unusable. Invest in a pool inspection for peace of mind.

Kenco Home Inspections offers pool inspection service for new construction and existing properties.

 

What's Included in a Pool Inspection?

The goal of a pool inspection is to understand the pool's current condition so that the home buyer can make an informed purchasing decision.

We customize the inspection based on each unique property and pool type. 

  • Structure

  • Lining

  • Tile

  • Coping

  • Decking

  • Drains

  • Equipment pad

  • Pool pump

  • Heaters

  • Filters

  • Electricity

  • Plumping 

  • Lights 

  • Accessories

 

What If There are Issues Found in the Pool Inspection?

We document any issues in the inspection report. For home buyers, the inspection report serves as a resource to ask the seller for repairs or negotiate the price. Even if you do not plan to involve the seller, the inspection report guides needed repairs.

Also, if one of your main reasons for purchasing a property was the swimming pool and you discover significant issues, you may decide to walk away from the deal. Most sales contracts include an option to walk away if the seller refuses to make repairs after the home inspection.

 

Benefits of a Swimming Pool Inspection

Like a home inspection, a pool inspection offers many benefits. 

Peace of Mind

If you have concerns about the safety of the pool, it makes sense to get a professional opinion. A pool inspection will help you determine whether the pool has been maintained correctly over time. It will also provide information about the pool equipment, which allows you to identify potential problems.

Knowledge

The inspector can explain the required maintenance and repairs needed for the pool. Identifying potential problems before they become a major issue empowers you with the knowledge you need.

Understanding Costs

A pool impacts your homeowner insurance premiums. Pools also require regular maintenance and impact utility costs. If there is a problem with your pool, like broken lights or fencing, this could impact the insurance. If the pool has damage, like leaking pipes or a broken thermostat, it could affect your energy or water bill. 

Safety

A properly working pool reduces safety risks. Broken tiles or decking can lead to falls. Dirty pool water from a bad filtration system could cause sickness. The stakes are too great to chance it. Also, remember to practice good pool safety even with pools in the best conditions. 

 

Quality Swimming Pool Inspections

Kenco Home Inspections understands homes in Southeast Florida. We offer the inspection services you need to make informed and confident home-buying decisions, like pool inspections.

Contact us today to schedule a pool inspection for your home.

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