Home Inspections:

Once a home is under contract the purchaser will usually hire a home inspector to inspect the house. NO HOUSE IS PERFECT!! An inspector will usually check the roof (visually only), the structure, crawl space, heat and air conditioning systems, the appliances, insulation, plumbing and electrical systems. He will then give you and your realtor a written report of what is found. All items do not necessarily have to be fixed.

According the the SC standard state contract the seller is to give the buyer the house:

• With the roof free of leaks
• Heating and air conditioning working-it doesn't have to be an efficient system
• All appliances in working order
• Plumbing and electrical systems in good order

Older homes do not have to be brought up to today's code.
Seller's usually do not have to repair any cosmetic items.

All contracts are negotiable and this is a topic to discuss with your agent before writing an offer.