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Records to keep for foundation repair
I am in contract with the seller on a property, which have done some foundation repair. However, I wasn't able to find any permit record from the city, and the seller couldn't provide sufficient paper work (only one receipt and two quotes from two foundation companies back in that time, no final receipt or permit or review report). I was able to got the initial assessment report (based on the only receipt) after reaching out one of the companies involved, the other company gave the quote wasn't sure they did the work or not, they could find any records on their end.
1. Does foundation repair require permit? What paper work do I need to keep for the future buyer?
2. How can I verify the work has been done correctly?
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Hi Jody, most foundation repairs would count as a structural repair, and require a permit. Do you know what foundation work was supposedly done on the property and which outfit did the work?
Are there physical signs at the property the work was completed? No company aware of doing the work and no permit makes me think that they may not have completed the project.