Atlanta, GA · Member since 2015 · 11 posts · 7 votes
I am new to rehabbing, and in the process of closing my first purchase in Scottdale, GA. It's a For-Sale-By-Owner, As-Is purchase for a 2 BR, 1 Bath constructed in 1930. While I was able to purchase at a reasonable price, I want to be sure I am not blindsided by major issues which could kill the margin. I have 2 weeks for completing inspection, and would appreciate guidance on areas to watch out for.
I already noticed that the floor is creaking in a couple of rooms, there is no insulation, and there might be lead paint. Besides calling a general inspector to check for obvious issues, and a general contractor for estimating rehab costs, is there anything else I can do to reduce exposure?
I'd scope the sewer line and confirm material of water supply. Termite inspection, if they're an issue out your way. Asbestos siding and knob-and-tube wiring; even ungrounded cloth wiring is undesirable today. Service panel amperage and meter size. Roof condition & number of shingle layers. HVAC age. Land characteristics - #trees with potential impact to house, slope of property, etc.
You will learn a lot with a 1930's house . The building codes were a bit more lax over 80 years ago . I have a 1940's , nothing level, nothing square , it was a well lets say "interesting" remodel .
I'd scope the sewer line and confirm material of water supply. Termite inspection, if they're an issue out your way. Asbestos siding and knob-and-tube wiring; even ungrounded cloth wiring is undesirable today. Service panel amperage and meter size. Roof condition & number of shingle layers. HVAC age. Land characteristics - #trees with potential impact to house, slope of property, etc.