Purchasing a home in the the current housing market can be a pretty stressful experience. Homes are selling very quickly and sellers are entertaining multiple offers that are well over asking price. With all that competition, potential buyers are trying to find ways to sweeten the deal so the sellers will choose them – some […]
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How to Buy a House
Spring is traditionally the most common time of year to buy a home. If you’re looking to purchase your first home, you likely have plenty of questions and you aren’t sure quite where to start. However, your dreams can easily become a reality with just a little bit of hard work and research. Phil and […]

4 Signs You’ve Found the Right House
If you’ve begun searching for a home in the Atlanta, Georgia, area, Phil and the entire team at ProTech Home & Property Inspections, Inc. is here to help. We know that buyers today are looking for more than just a great listing price and a good amount of square footage. The right house also has […]

3 Reasons Not to Do Your Own Home Inspection
Are you considering saving money by doing your own home inspection? If you are an especially handy homeowner or even an experienced contractor, you may think you can easily perform all the checks that a home inspector does. However, whatever training you have under your belt does not compare to the extensive training our professionals […]

Porch Home Assistant
If you’ve recently purchased a new home, you know that the work has truly just begun. The house hunting and buying process is just the beginning of a long list of things to accomplish before you will feel settled into your new home. Phil and the entire team at ProTech Home and Property Inspections of […]

The Value of a Foundation and Structure Inspection
When purchasing a new home, you want someone thorough, honest, and unbiased on your side to make sure you’re making a sound investment. One of the scariest things a future homeowner can hear is that a home has foundational issues; however, the problems can be anywhere from cosmetic to devastating, and Phil and the entire […]

What If I Can’t Attend My Home Inspection?
Your offer was accepted and you just signed a contract to purchase your beautiful new Georgia home! Your next step is to order a home inspection, which can be a stress-inducing part of the home-buying process because it must be performed in 10-14 days. Now, you have less than two weeks to find a time […]

Valuable Resources for New Homeowners
Congratulations to you, a new homeowner in Atlanta, GA! Your new home passed the inspection, you made it through the closing process, and you’re ready to move in! However, if you’ve been renting for some time before purchasing your home, your handyman skills might be a little rusty. Suddenly, you don’t have a landlord to […]

The Value of a Septic Tank Inspection
When purchasing your dream home in Atlanta this spring, a septic tank might be the last thing on your mind. However, after you’re sure this new home has checked all your boxes, it’s important to understand your septic system before you buy. Your septic tank will not only require an inspection before you sign your […]

Home Inspection Checklist: What to Expect from Your Home Inspector
Looking for the perfect home in Atlanta, GA, and the surrounding area can be full of both excitement and anxiety at the same time. You have a wish list of what you’d like in a new home, but budget constraints, location issues, and unforeseen home improvements can certainly add to the overall stress of home […]