Should you buy if there are foundation issues?
Many years ago, I was listing a bank-owned home for one of my clients that had foundation problems.
This was not an ordinary home. It was a mini-mansion located in an exclusive Brentwood neighborhood. I called several foundation repair companies to provide a quote.
Mostly, I was disappointed in what I received. A few of the contractors decided to no-show on our appointment. Others came at their own convenience and sent a bid without looking inside the property. Â
And the prices they requested were astronomical. Â
Even though I had enough quotes to satisfy my client, I still felt that something was not right. So, I kept digging until I found the best contractor who had experience with foundations. Â
How do I know he was the best? Â
- He showed up for the appointment at the right time. Â
- He took the time to look inside the home, crawl space, attic and the entire exterior.
- He found two other small areas of concern that every other contractor missed.Â
- He took the time to explain his recommendations in terms that everyone could understand.
- His price was fair and significantly less than the others.
- The work was completed ahead of schedule.
- He left the workplace better than he found it.
- The buyers and sellers were thrilled.
I’ve learned too much from him over the years, that it has made me a better advocate for my clients.Â
For those who would never buy a home with foundation problems, we’ve learned to spot them early so we can move to the next one.
For those who need to sell a home with issues, we’ve been able to save them money, get a better sales price and avoid the frustrations of a failed home inspection.
It’s our goal to give you more than you pay for and this is just one of the ways we do it. Â
What’s your biggest concern when buying a home? Hit reply and share it with me. Â
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