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Are you seeing these issues around your home? We Can Help!
Rotting or sagging posts
Settling foundation
AFTER
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BUYING A HOME WITHOUT AN INSPECTION
CAN BE A MISTAKE
When many buyers pur- chased homes during the height of the pandemic homebuying frenzy, they may have skipped adding a home inspection in an effort to win bidding wars. While this may have worked out for some, others were hit with hidden problems and expenses that would have been discovered through a proper home inspection. A thorough inspection can reveal hidden issues with a property, allowing you to make an informed decision about whether to proceed with the pur- chase or negotiate repairs.
“A home inspection is one of the most important steps in the home- buying process,” says Adam Ba- konis, Mercury Insurance product manager for homeowners. “It helps protect the buyer from purchasing a home with undisclosed problems and then being saddled with costly repairs.”
Licensed home inspectors can help identify potential problems. For example, a home inspector may be able to identify whether a roof requires repair or replacement. They may also find evidence of structural damage from water leaks or rainwater drainage issues or evi-
dence of land movement that could indicate a property’s foundation lacks stability.
“I’ ve inspected and repaired thou- sands of buildings that had damages due to earthquakes, landslides, poor engineering designs and collapse issues from construction defects,” says Kyle Tourje, structural asses- sor for Alpha Structural. “The most obvious signs of structural or foun- dation damage is visible cracking in walls, ceilings or floors. Any sort of gaps or cracks on the outside of the house that catches the eye should
also be noted. If someone who isn’t a trained expert can spot an uneven floor or substantial sloping, that’s a bad sign.”
Researching and creating a home inspection checklist before contact- ing an inspector will give you a general idea of what to look for. It can help identify significant issues and areas of concern in the house, which you can then discuss with the assessor. This can prepare you for any surprises that may arise and make you more informed about the condition of the home you are con- sidering.
INSPECT THE ROOF
Find out how old the roof is and ask questions about any damage or discoloration you see from ground level. Check to see if any nearby trees make contact with the roof as branches can cause damage to roof- ing tiles and falling leaves can easi- ly clog gutters or impede the natural flow of water down the roof.
Water can rot wood, damage foundations and cause mold to grow. Look to see if anything would cause rainwater to flow onto or un-
Sinking concrete
BEFORE
• Lifting and stabilizing settling foundations
• Controlling your home’s humidity, mold, musty odors and moisture
• Lifting and leveling sinking concrete slabs
• Stabilizing sagging floors
• Residential and Commercial work
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HI Lic # CT-36007 C31A, C34, C35, C55
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