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Buying a home: an affordable tip that may save you big bucks
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The old saying goes “Out of sight, out of mind” and this is all well and good, until something preventable goes wrong. What’s more, the consequences are often worse than we could have anticipated.
Take buying a new home: few things in life compare to the exhilaration and sense of achievement you get out of it. There are countless check lists available and general contractors who carry out pre-purchase inspections but few people realise that one of the main issues they may face could be lurking underground.
The culprit? Blocked drain lines.
This is particularly true in our area, with the lush evergreen bush that surrounds us. In dry years, trees dig down to the drains infiltrating properties as they go. For quick reference, pick a tree in your section: its roots span across it as wide as the tree is tall.
Many other factors block and damage drains, including their location and traffic running over them, poor maintenance, residue following a concrete pour and much more.
Some may think that putting money aside to fix the problem, should it arise, is the solution. The reality is that even if you do, the cost of fixing a disaster is always higher than preventing it.
A pre-purchase inspection is a quick and affordable check (hundreds, not thousands of dollars) which can save you mega bucks and many headaches. With an independent, written report you can factor in any issues into your offer and negotiate from an informed position.
Think of your drains like your vehicle. You wouldn’t buy a car without checking it out, so why go into your new home blind? A regular drain Hydro Jett treatment is an inexpensive drain maintenance programme recommended to keep your drains in good health.
Know the state of your drains beforehand and enjoy your new home from day one.
If you need help along your journey, the team at Drain Ranger is just an email away. Email hello@drainranger.co.nz or phone 021 709 783.
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