Foundation Issues Are Common Here
Much of our area sits on expansive clay soil that swells when it's wet and shrinks during dry spells. Over the years, that movement takes a toll. Slab homes crack and settle, and pier-and-beam homes need re-leveling and new supports. It's one of the most common reasons a sale falls apart after a buyer's inspection.
Signs of Foundation Trouble
- Cracks in brick, drywall or tile, especially stair-step cracks in brick
- Doors and windows that stick or won't latch
- Sloping or uneven floors
- Gaps between walls and the ceiling or floor
- Cracks in the slab, or sagging and soft spots in pier-and-beam floors
Why Foundation Problems Make Selling Hard
Foundation repair costs vary widely, from a few thousand dollars for minor work to well over $10,000 for major repairs, and estimates from different companies can differ a lot. Buyers' inspectors flag it, lenders often require repairs before closing, and many buyers simply walk away. Even after a repair, some buyers want warranty paperwork and engineering letters.
How Selling to Us Works
We buy houses with foundation problems as-is. We'll walk the house, make our own repair estimate, and build it into a written offer. You don't need an engineer's report, though if you already have one or have repair bids, share them; it can help us get to a fair number faster. No repairs, no inspection contingency, no surprises after the offer.
Texas sellers are generally expected to disclose known defects, and foundation issues are no exception. With us, there's no need to worry about a buyer's inspector finding something. We're buying the house knowing it needs work.
We're real estate investors, not attorneys or tax professionals. This is a general overview of what we commonly see, not legal or tax advice.
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