That is a good trick for unlevel floor detection but says little about foundation issues or repairs needed.
If there was something really wrong with the floor level then you could call a contractor to take a look. Large cracks in the foundation stemwall or breaks in the concrete are a pretty good indication that something is untowards there.
ON older homes a certain amount of shifting is normal and the floors will not be level...
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Cracks that run up a brick/block foundation through the mortar are usually normal settling, cracks through the brick/block for more than two rows can indicate problems. Any crack wider than 1/2" should be carefully looked at.
doesnt sound like a promising first venture the way you describe it. Not attempting to discourage you but if the seller is held bent, then most people would walk...especially bank owned properties...the people who are in charge of them dont seem to care how long they sit on the market..
house isnt level
Thanks for your answer.
Are there any other indicators to look for while walking in the house?
Thanks,
Nate
You can put a marble or golf ball in the middle of the kitchen and see if it stays put.
Sidewalks around the house tilt in towards the house. (It might not always be a foundation issue though)
I like the marble/golf ball thing the best.
That is a good trick for unlevel floor detection but says little about foundation issues or repairs needed.
If there was something really wrong with the floor level then you could call a contractor to take a look. Large cracks in the foundation stemwall or breaks in the concrete are a pretty good indication that something is untowards there.
ON older homes a certain amount of shifting is normal and the floors will not be level...
[addsig]
Cracks that run up a brick/block foundation through the mortar are usually normal settling, cracks through the brick/block for more than two rows can indicate problems. Any crack wider than 1/2" should be carefully looked at.
Jim
doesnt sound like a promising first venture the way you describe it. Not attempting to discourage you but if the seller is held bent, then most people would walk...especially bank owned properties...the people who are in charge of them dont seem to care how long they sit on the market..