Inspections, Inspections

The inspection period in any home purchase is one of the busiest and most volatile times of the entire transaction. There is so much to look into: sewer lines, oil tanks, radon tests, electrical panels, plumbing systems (by Slam Plumbing Atlanta), roofs, etc., etc. The sale with my client Caitlin was no different. We went though all the standard protocol and were just about to submit an addendum with a light seller credit for some issues when we got a bit of a curve ball.

The masonry contractor that we had out to look at the chimney noticed that it was pulling away from the house. Yikes! The signs were so subtle that it was easy to look right past it. We ended up extending the inspection period a few times and had numerous contractors out to look at it. The variation in opinions that we got back was staggering. One mason suggesting tearing it most of the way down, re-leveling and then rebuilding (to the tune of $27k). One foundation contractor wanted to install 3 hex-piles for $15k; we found another contractor who would do the same job for $6k. There were a couple of other opinions that were borderline-confusing.

At one point our transaction was totally terminated! We were able to put it all back together and ended up settling on a generous seller credit that offset all of the buyer’s closing costs. The process was slightly painful for all, but we got through it and closed the sale with smiles all around.

Drew Burchette

Principal Broker | OR

I arrived in the real estate business over a decade ago and have since helped scores of people buy and sell their homes. The groundswell that I created in my practice is rooted in the relationships that I have nurtured over the years. My style is educational, and I see myself as the coach and leader of your real estate transaction. My coaching is geared towards empowering you to make informed decisions that will lead to your best possible outcome. I excel at asking the questions that get to the heart of the matter which in turn enables a smooth sale process. Away from the office I am passionate about so many things, but it all begins and ends with my family. My boys are both in elementary school and parenting is an ongoing challenge and joy for my wife and I. We love to travel around Oregon, the East Coast, Mexico and beyond. My passion for surfing, kiteboarding, and fishing help to keep me grounded in life. Read more reviews

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