I've been a long time reader but never posted. I have a question. I recently did an inspection of a 2 year old home. Looks like a lot of work was completed by the owner. Mostly cosmetic issues. The water heater was the first major issue I came across with both water connections being corroded. I noted this as well as showed the buyer, who is a very alert and well informed homeowner. He is also a Sgt. Major in the Army. We talked about the connections and why they would be corroded at this point. The home was supplied by well water until recently. The tank is 40 gallons and he asked me if it would be large enough for them. I had met his wife earlier and assumed it was just the two of them. I explained that normally 40 gallons would be sufficient for the 2 of them. He then told me he had 3 children, one of which was a teenage girl who like to shower for an hour. I explained to him that he would definietly be taking cold showers with this scenario. I recommended upgrading the water heater. He took that recommendation and is currently squeezing the listing and selling agents to do just that. At their cost, since the previous negotiations worked the sales price to a minimum. My question is "Did I do anything wrong by answering his question and recommending an upgrade?" Both agents are mad with me!
I know the situation would have been, buy the house, no hot water, call the plumber. Plumber would ask about home inspection. Buyer would complain to agents, agents would say Fred would not normally miss that. Fred would be chastized and be giving money back for inspection. I am also a realtor. I work both careers. I think I am always fair to buyers,sellers and agents. I don't get picky. Let me hear your opinions. Thanks.