49. Why Home Inspections Matter

49. Why Home Inspections Matter

From Georgia Living by Chris and Céline Evans

February 2, 2026 · 1h 8m

About this episode

The episode discusses the importance of home inspections in Georgia, storm preparation tips, and community updates.

A big cold snap rolled through Metro Atlanta and reminded everyone why "a little prep" can turn into a lot of peace of mind. We break down the storm recap, what we did to prepare, and which items mattered most (portable generator, battery backup, lighting, and keeping supplies in one place). We also talk about how differently outages can hit depending on where you live—and why it pays to plan even if your power company is usually rock-solid. Next, community news: scholarship season is open with the Kiwanis Club of Marietta , and we share why these opportunities matter (including options beyond traditional college paths). We also discuss big changes around the Cumberland area: the Cobb Galleria Centre / convention campus upgrades and what that could mean for traffic, hotels, restaurants, and the broader local economy. Finally, we go deep on home inspections in Georgia: due diligence windows, scheduling realities, what "visible/minimally invasive" really means, the add-on tests buyers commonly consider (radon, sewer scope, septic), and the inspection issues most likely to lead to renegotiation. If you're buying or selling, this is a must-listen for setting expectations and avoiding…

People in this episode

Hosts: Chris Evans, Céline Evans

Topics covered

  • home inspections
  • storm preparation
  • community news
  • real estate
  • local economy

Keywords

  • home inspections
  • storm preparation
  • Cumberland area
  • real estate
  • community news

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Kiwanis Club of Marietta

Places: Metro Atlanta, Cumberland area, Cobb Galleria Centre

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