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What happens when your steps deteriorate?

When I was doing a home inspection in Hudson Valley I noticed the steps in the back. As I got closer I could see that they have started to deteriorate.

This can cause a real problem. When steps start to deteriorate they become loose and brittle which means they can break off very easily as you are stepping on to them. This can cause you or someone else to fall and get hurt.

That would not be a good thing. A masonry contractor can fix this or replace the steps fairly easy.

The other thing that is missing is a handrail which helps by having something to hold on to when going up or down the steps.

In this case a handrail may be needed per municipal requirements.

I know that these steps might not be a big deal to you – and it’s probably not a deal breaker when you’re considering buying a home.

But you may be able to get the owner to fix this problem before you buy the house. If not, you will be paying for it out of your own pocket.

When you’re buying a home you don’t want unexpected costs right after you’ve bought your new home.

Hiring a professional home inspector before you buy a home is a smart thing to do. He is looking out for your interests!

PS – I would also get rid of the vines that are growing on the steps too.  I would hate for someone to trip over them.

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