Hidden Home Defects to Watch For

1.Water leaks. Look for stains on ceilings and near the baseboards, expecially in basements or attics.

2. Shifting foundations. Look for large cracks along the home's foundation.

3. Drainage. Look for standing water, either around the foundation of the home or in the yard..

4.Termites. Look for weakened or grooved wood, expecially near ground level.

5. Worn roofs. Look for broken or missing copings and buckled shinges as well as water spots on ceilings.

6. Inadquate wiring. Look for antiquated fuse boxes, extension cords (indicating insufficent outlets), and outlets without a place to plug in the grounding prong.

7. Plubming problems. Very low water pressure, banging in pipes.

There are several complexities in real estate. Knowing current laws, contracts and the intricacies of closing the transaction. Contact me if I can be of any assistance.