If you’re inspecting a home for someone in the market for an older home or house built 50 to 100 years ago, there are a few things you’ll want to keep in mind. From dealing with crumbling foundations and galvanized plumbing supply pipes to antiquated electrical wiring systems and original roofing materials, here are four things to consider. Deterioration in the Foundation The foundation in an older home may be cracked, settled, rotted, or otherwise in poor condition. Many older homes feature sandstone, brick, or wood foundations that have been exposed to the elements for many ...
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