First time home buyer looking for advice after home inspection found more issues than anticipated.
After two years of searching, we found a house that meets most of our needs and that we would be happy living in. There were 3 offers on the house and ours was accepted. (we went over the asking price, which is currently common in our region). We felt the homeowners took great care of their home and did not expect the amount if issues found.
The inspection found the following:
- Mold on most basement joists. Basement does not feel humid so this was a surprise. An air exchanger was installed a few years back, so maybe the humidity issue was previously resolved and the homeowners aren't disclosing it?
- Slightly sloping floors (inward) in top floor bedrooms, likely due to missing support post in basement. We suspect homeowners may have removed this post during basement renovations.
- No pyrite, but test found that there is a 5.5inch gap between the garage slab and the gravel below it. We are worried the slab would not be able to support a car.
- The homeowners added a Veranda which may not fully comply with zoning laws since it's heated but doesn't have a foundation.
We are willing to disregard the Veranda issue and maybe even the garage one. But the mold and sloping floors are major concerns.
We're trying to determine if we ask the homeowners to get the sloping floor issue evaluated by an engineer, and the mold cleaned professionally. Or if we simply move on to another home. Our Agent has not been pressuring us in any way, in fact we feel he is almost suggesting we move on. Since were first time buyers, looking for feedback on how major these issue are. Are we overreacting, or is this a legitimate dealbreaker.
Thanks for your help.
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