The short answer is: Absolutely.

Home inspections are not required before purchase (at least not in Arizona). At least not contractually. However, in our opinion, every home should have a professional home inspection during the 10 day inspection period. The cost is dependant on the age and size of the home, but it's probably the best $200 - $400 you'll ever spend.

A good home inspector will be able to tell you many things about the home you are considering purchasing. You'll get maintenance tips, you'll get peace of mind, you'll get a great sense of the condition of the home. A good inspector can find structural problems, ensure the wiring and plumbing "meet code" and evaluate the condition of all the appliances included in the sale. They will check out the home from top to bottom and you'll walk away with a detailed report on just about everything in your home.

Getting a professional home inspection is one of the most important steps in the purchase of a home, whether it was built 100 years ago or yesterday.