If you are purchasing an old home, there are potentially many more items you should be concerned about versus a newer home. Keep in mind though, a newer home could still have items that are flagged during a home inspection. Please note that the list below is not exhaustive and every home is unique.
Use this timeline to find possible concerns during your home purchase process. Click the links to learn more about why it is an issue for your home purchase. (Am I missing a link? That’s because we are planning to write about it! Subscribe to us!)
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House Issues By Year
1990-2000
- Polybutylene (Typically until 1995)
- Challenger Electrical Panels
2000-2010
Keep in mind there are other key issues in older homes, such as, inefficient windows and termite damage.
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