Before my husband and I purchased our home in Jacksonville, Florida, we invested into a home inspection.
- We were impressed by the detailed report.
The inspection revealed some minor issues with the ductwork, roof and electrical panel. Shortly after we moved in, we started having problems with gurgling sounds in the plumbing system. We noticed standing water in the backyard and concerns with bathtubs, showers and sinks draining very slowly. We tried a drain snake, chemical cleaners and plunging. Eventually, water and sewage from the drains backed up into the home. When we called a Jacksonville plumber for repair, he found that the former owner had poured large volumes of toxic cleaners, solvents and even oil-based paints down the drain. There were fats, grease and solids in the septic tank that had clogged the drainfield. Sewage backup is one of the most unpleasant and costly problems to deal with. The septic system had exceeded its operational lifetime and needed to be replaced. We worried about the health of our family. The untreated sewage had found its way into the groundwater and caused extensive damage to fixtures within the home. We were very aware that this sewage was spreading pathogens and contaminants throughout the living space. In order to sell the home, we contacted a cash home buyer. We found a local, family-owned cash buyer in Jacksonville who makes offers on properties in any condition. They did not require us to schedule a home inspection or meet local health and safety codes. We avoided the huge investment into repairs. We were able to walk away from a nasty mess. It was a relief to close on the property in under two weeks and receive the full amount in a single lump sum.
cash for house with no permits