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MarieChele Porter
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Potential foundation issue

MarieChele Porter
  • San Francisco, CA
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Hi all,

I am looking into purchasing a home in my area that includes a mother in law suite. Because of this in-law it provides a great cash flowing property that you don't see much around. This is a flipped property and the agent is the flipper. When we walked through the home we noticed the laminate flooring is slightly unlevel in certain places, my only thought is that it could be a foundation problem causing it.

I'm just looking for how others proceed in these types of situations, I am still very interested in this property and not scared of the foundation issue at least not before getting a quote to estimate the repairs (if this is even the problem). I know sometimes flippers try to focus on cosmetics and not the bones of the house at times so what do you look for if you are going to purchase a home that has been flipped? It was built in 1917 and was done nicely I'm just not sure if corners were cut and that is hard to get down to until the inspection.

Thanks in advanced for all your responses,

MarieChele

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    Joe Splitrock
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    Joe Splitrock
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    @MarieChele Porter it is definitely poor workmanship. They should have leveled the subfloor before installing the laminate. When you see them cut one corner, it always makes me wonder what other corners they cut? It is probably not a major foundation issue. Most properties that old have done the majority of their settling, unless it is on a hillside or some other factor that could make it worse over time. @Andy Eakes mentioned scoping the drains, which is a good idea. That is usually an extra service you need to request from home inspectors, but a good idea on a property this old. 

    Sounds like a nice find. Don't let a minor issue scare you away. Good luck!

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