Generally a home inspection reveals two types of findings:
1. Things that the inspector expects to see based on the age, condition and location of the home.
2. Things that the inspector doesn’t expect due to unpredictable happenings in the home's past.
Real estate agents can help prepare and set expectations for what may come up during an inspection based on the first type of findings. Many inspection issues involve outdated building materials that are no longer serviceable or acceptable due to product recalls and safety concerns. Understanding what some of those materials are and when they were used can help avoid surprises that arise during the inspection.