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Waterproof Basement After Purchase Agreement But Before Inspection?

6 years ago

I am selling my home and have signed a purchase agreement but have not had the inspection yet. There are water marks on walls and floors in the basement from water coming in in the past and cracks are still in walls. I disclosed the marks as a sign of water in the basement on the disclosure forms. Can I fill the cracks and waterproof the walls myself before the home inspection or would that be considered hiding the problem or cause some other issue with the sale?

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HU-178658043
6 years ago
With the PA signed, I'd wait for the inspection report and then see how the buyer addresses it.
Denita
6 years ago
^Agree with the above.

I am assuming you disclosed it and the buyer is having their inspection soon. Be prepared to do the repair after the inspection when the buyer requests it or give a credit for the repair at closing. Check with your agent as to what is standard in your area (actual repair or credit).
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ncrealestateguy
6 years ago
If water is actually coming in through the walls, there is nothing on the market that can waterproof them.

I would wait and see what the buyers say about it.

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