Hidden
Home Defects to Watch For
No
home is flawless, but certain physical problems can be
expensive. Watch for:
- Water
leaks. Look for stains on ceilings and near the
baseboards, especially in basements or attics.
- Shifting
foundations. Look for large cracks along the home’s
foundation.
- Drainage.
Look for standing water, either around the foundation
of the home of in the yard.
- Termites.
Look for weakened or grooved wood, especially near
ground level.
- Worn
roofs. Look for broken or missing copings and buckled
shingles as well as water spots on ceilings.
- Inadequate
wiring. Look for antiquated fuse boxes, extension
cords (indicating insufficient outlets), and outlets
without a place to plug in the grounding prong.
- Plumbing
problems. Very low water pressure, banging in pipes.
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