Originally posted by @Chris Baxter:
@Account Closed every building has its defects, and there is no reason to get particularly worried here IMHO... Every problem has a solution, and you can leverage visible "scary" defects into a better deal. Did your inspector tell you "there is a crack" (obvious, useless information) or did they identify something structural that can be the root cause? Do you have access to a contractor / structural engineer that can assess the severity and provide a remediation assessment / cost? I use quotes /estimates from professionals to drive price reductions when closing.
Hi Chris, here is what the inspector said:
"
At numerous places, the inspector observed cracks on the brick walls and mortar deterioration.
Cracks are usually signs of some movement. Mortar is a bond-making material composed of
measured amounts of cement, sand, and water. This situation may allow water to get into these
cracks and, along with the action of freezing and thawing, may cause damage to the inside parts of
the wall or crumbling of the brick wall. The repair of these deficiencies could be costly and it is
recommended that the buyer get an appraisal from a certified mason before the end of his offer to
purchase condition.
"
there are two small cracks in the poured concrete foundation (barely visible) and the concrete slab is ok. the building was constructed 1937.
