Older homes in Greeley Colorado-I inspect alot of older homes in Greeley, and there are some things that need to be looked for on them. The foundations were often made out of layered stones. The sewer drains made of clay. The knob and tube style wiring. The Lead based paint. The asbestos tiles. The galvanized plumbing.The vermiculite insulation.
Older homes in Greeley are beautiful and classic,but one should take a good look at the possible hazards and the cost of upgrading some of the major systems if needed. Here are some items that are typical on rehabing a property.
- structural alterations and reconstruction (e.g., repair or replacement of structural damage, chimney repair, additions to the structure, installation of an additional bath(s), skylights, finished attics and/or basements, repair of termite damage and the treatment against termites or other insect infestation, etc.);
- changes for improved functions and modernization (e.g., remodeled bathrooms and kitchens, including permanently installed appliances, such as a built-in range and/or oven, range hood, microwave, dishwasher);
- elimination of health and safety hazards (including the resolution of defective paint surfaces or lead-based paint problems on homes built prior to 1978);
- changes for aesthetic appeal and elimination of obsolescence (e.g., new exterior siding, adding a second story to the home, covered porch, stair railings, attached carport);
- reconditioning or replacement of plumbing (including connecting to public water and/or sewer system), heating, air conditioning and electrical systems. Installation of new plumbing fixtures is acceptable, including interior whirlpool bathtubs;
- installation of a well and/or septic system. The well or septic system must be installed or repaired prior to beginning any other repairs to the property;
- roofing, gutters and downspouts;
- flooring, tiling and carpeting;
- energy-conservation improvements (e.g., new double-pane windows, steel insulated exterior doors, insulation, solar domestic hot water systems, caulking and weatherstripping, etc.);
- major landscape work and site improvement (e.g., patios, decks and terraces that improve the value of the property equal to the dollar amount spent on the improvements, or required to preserve the property from erosion);
- the correction of grading and drainage problems;
- tree removal is acceptable if the tree is a safety hazard to the property;
- repair of existing walks and driveway if it may affect the safety of the property; and
- improvements for accessibility for a disabled person (e.g., remodeling kitchens and baths for wheelchair access, lowering kitchen cabinets, installing wider doors and exterior ramps, etc.).
Older homes in Greeley are priced to sell right now ,but be sure to get an inspection before you close on it,so you can go in knowing what is needed.
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