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Welcome to the most comprehensive Beach Haven West real estate website. Here you can search for homes, learn about market trends and explore what makes Beach Haven West so unique. Enjoy!
Market activity in Beach Haven West has been improving since Hurricane Sandy. While the entire Beach Haven West area was impacted by the storm, recovery efforts have been remarkable in the area is looking better every day. Much of this recovery is taken place in the way of new construction, however there are many homes that were renovated and may have been raised above the new base flood elevation. These homes can be an outstanding value in the Beach Haven West real estate market, however it is important to understand what flood damage took place and how the damage was repaired. The best way to handle this is through a home inspection, but it is important to know what to look for in Beach Haven West home inspections after Hurricane Sandy.
The question of what should be disclosed after Hurricane Sandy is rather simple. In short, any known condition must be revealed to a potential buyer. In the case of a home that was damaged and not repaired, this can be challenging. These homes are typically sold strictly as is, with no representations made to the condition or safety of the structure. For most buyers, these homes will be purchased strictly as a tear down and a condition of the structure will be irrelevant. What is far more important when understanding Beach Haven West property disclosure after Hurricane Sandy, relates to homes that were damaged and repaired. While every situation is different, in short a seller should disclose:
Disclosing the known conditions of a home can help to protect the seller from potential lawsuits. It is in a seller’s best interest to be upfront and honest with any condition they are aware of, as it will often times create a smoother transaction and achieve the ultimate goal of getting a home sold.
A home inspection is always recommended when purchasing a property that you intend to occupy. It is even more important than ever to ensure the damage caused by Hurricane Sandy was repaired in the proper fashion. Topping the list of things to look for our:
While these are only a few of the many potential issues that occur in a previously flood his home, they are areas that should not be missed in the Beach Haven West home inspection. There are varying opinions on what needs to be and what does not need to be replaced after a storm, and electrical components are one of the most controversial. There are some electricians who feel that new wires which were inundated by water do not need to be replaced provided an open connections are addressed. If a home has newer electric wiring and was flooded, it is important to check with electrician to assess the safety of the electrical systems. Water damaged materials should, in almost every case, be disposed of. A good example of a often overlooked area is tile. Many bathrooms have tile floors, and while the tile itself may be water resistant, backer board in most cases is not. Therefore the potential for mold growth is very possible under the this original tile.
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