A home inspection is highly recommended as . While appraisers make note of obvious construction problems, a home inspector has more construction experience and will spend more time and perform a more meticulous evaluation of the whole property. The home inspector’s findings can be used in negotiations if there’s an issue that must be corrected. For example, the potential buyer can bid lower or ask for money back from the seller at closing to cover the costs of those essential repairs, or they can request that the seller correct the issue before closing as a requirement of the purchase and sales agreement.