fun to fix, but they’re necessary. Overlook these areas in the preparation stage, and you run the risk of trouble later with inspections and appraisals. Certainly, professionals should do most of the mechanical work: • Have a certified plumber inspect your entire water system for leaks, and check the well and septic field, if applicable. • Hire an electrician to check your wiring. • Call your local HVAC company, and have their technicians perform a thorough service checkup. • Contact your natural gas supplier and have them double check the mechanics of your tank and lines. Feeling overwhelmed with hiring different individuals for all these inspections? Fortunately, there’s an alternative. Certified home inspectors can usually cover all mechanical issues and more. They’ll be able to identify possible trouble spots you need to address. Many buyers need to hire an inspector, so you may even be saving them a step, nudging them toward making an offer on your home. Having antiquated wiring and plumbing
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