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What things should I check when buying a house?
What things should I check when buying a house? We had a friend move into a new house and their water pressure was so low that it took a 30 minutes to fill the upstairs bathroom. They got it fixed, but I'm wondering if there's things that we should check before we buy a house. Thanks
Asked By James | Morrison, CO | 1493 views | Buying | Updated 3 years ago
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Gloria Mitchell
Wilkinson Triad Realty
1. Roof: Check for loose, missing or damaged shingles, signs of water damage, and any damaged flashing.
2. Foundation and Structure: Make sure the foundation is level, the walls are plumb, and that doors and windows work without sticking.
3. Electrical System: Check the age of the wiring and the circuit breaker box.
4. Plumbing System: Check for any current or past plumbing issues, such as old galvanized steel pipes, backup systems or foundation cracks.
5. HVAC System: Check for proper maintenance, age and energy efficiency rating.
6. Appliances: Make sure all of the appliances, such as the dishwasher, fridge and oven, are in working order and are up to date.
7. Exterior Issues: Look for evidence of termites or mildew, peeling paint, cracked or crumbling stucco, or any other exterior damage.
8. Local Community: Do some research into the local schools, safety, and other amenities nearby before purchasing a house.
2. Foundation and Structure: Make sure the foundation is level, the walls are plumb, and that doors and windows work without sticking.
3. Electrical System: Check the age of the wiring and the circuit breaker box.
4. Plumbing System: Check for any current or past plumbing issues, such as old galvanized steel pipes, backup systems or foundation cracks.
5. HVAC System: Check for proper maintenance, age and energy efficiency rating.
6. Appliances: Make sure all of the appliances, such as the dishwasher, fridge and oven, are in working order and are up to date.
7. Exterior Issues: Look for evidence of termites or mildew, peeling paint, cracked or crumbling stucco, or any other exterior damage.
8. Local Community: Do some research into the local schools, safety, and other amenities nearby before purchasing a house.
- 3 years ago
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Glenda X Bozett
Michael Alexander Properties
A home Inspection done by a professional Inspector is recommended.
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Erik Green
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate
Always have a professional home inspection completed. From there you can address any other issues on that report and do further investigations.
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The Dan Haeck Team
Coldwell Banker Realty
James, you should hire a professional home inspector to inspect every aspect of the home.
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