WheezeThaJuice

WheezeThaJuice t1_iznprbq wrote

Not ‘fear mongering’, speaking from experience. We’ve uncovered so much shoddy DIY work over the last few years as we’ve had to get into previously unseen areas for one reason or another. Some look to be lazy fixes, others likely a lack of knowledge/skill/resources.

Just pointing out that they should expect that it’s not unlikely that they’ll uncover some subpar work in a house that old.

Not at all shitting on people doing DIY. I’m all about being self-sufficient, and personally do a good share of work myself; but I do know when to hire a professional and for me that’s any major plumbing/electrical. Some people think they can do anything because they watched a YouTube video.

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WheezeThaJuice t1_iznhh81 wrote

Highly recommend Goodkind Property Inspections; Ethan (Goodkind) is very thorough and knowledgeable. When he did our inspection, he took notes and whatnot using his tablet, which also meant that getting the report back was super timely. Oh and FWIW our house was built in 1803.

Something to remember is that an inspector can only access so much, so little hidden things can (and will) pop up.. especially in an ancient home. Like all the questionable DIY work done over the years.

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