In many cases, yes. It can protect the seller from surprises.
If a pool is losing water and the seller waits until the buyer's inspection period, the leak can become a negotiation problem. The buyer may get nervous, the agent may be under pressure, and the seller may have to rush for answers right before closing.
A pre-listing pool leak inspection gives the seller a chance to know what is going on before the house hits the market. If there is no leak found, that can give everyone more confidence. If there is a leak, the seller can decide whether to repair it, disclose it, or price the home with that knowledge.
When It May Not Be Necessary
It is not always necessary. If the pool is holding water, the autofill is not running constantly, the equipment area is dry, and there are no signs of water loss, the seller may not feel the need. But if there is any question, it is usually better to find out early instead of during a rushed inspection period.
LSL can inspect the pool, document the findings, and explain what was observed in plain language.
We are not acting as a realtor, attorney, or home inspector. Our role is to evaluate the pool for leak-related concerns.
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