The structure of a building presents a vital part of what makes a building safe. When structural damages occur, whether during the home construction process or years later, it’s essential to assess the situation and make needed repairs.
What is considered structural in a home?
A structural component of a home comprises different elements making up the bones of a building. These components usually include the roof, concrete slab, columns, beams and many other vital components of a house or building.
What are signs of structural damage to a house?
If your home has structural damage, you may see warning signs on both the interior and exterior of the property. Inside your home, if you notice cracks on the interior walls or ceiling, this can be a sign of a potential problem that can grow if left untreated.
Damage to electrical and plumbing work can potentially be really crucial and can result in significant damage to a structure and potentially be a safety hazard, going against building codes.
If you plan to buy a property, conducting a final inspection before completing a purchase can provide great insight into whether the entire house is safe and ready for occupancy.
Can structural damage to a house be fixed?
Home structural damage can be repaired however, repair costs and the length of the project all depends on how extensive the damage is to the property.
For example, if particles are obstructing airflow in your HVAC system, a technician may be able to clean and replace filters for a reasonable fee.
However, if the damage to the system is so extensive, causing it to need replacement, a homeowner may spend anywhere from $4,000 to around $9,000 for replacements and installation.
If you think your home has structural damages, speaking with a professional in the field can help provide you with solutions to make repairs as soon as possible.
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Kyung Kim
Hi, I'm Kyung Kim. I immigrated from South Korea to the United States in 1968 when I was 7 years old. I have seen my mom struggle with the English language and work hard to raise her four kids by herself. Still to this day, I don't know how she pulled it off, but she bought her first home in 1979 for $70,000 and because of that decision, she was able to live without worrying about her financial future. I want that for everyone, to feel the pride of home ownership and to build their financial wealth using real estate as part of their financial portfolio. I feel so blessed to play a small role in helping others reach this goal.
I live in Beaverton with my husband, Richard. My mom, who lived with us for several years, passed away in our home in February 2022. Her first home purchase in 1979 made it possible for her to live to the very end, without worrying about her finances. As of August 2022 with a little downpayment assistance, our four children own their own homes. Being in real estate, I quickly realized that if they didn't buy now, they may be priced out of the market in the future. Whether that would have been the case, we will never know, but what we do know is that they are all realizing some good, healthy appreciation in their home values.
As passionate as I am about people owning their homes, I'm also passionate about giving back to our community. I support Compassion First, a non-profit organization that provides aftercare for sex trafficked girls in Indonesia. My husband and I also feel called to financially support social injustice organizations.
I'd love to assist you. Whether you're in the research phase at the beginning of your real estate search or you know exactly what you're looking for, you'll benefit from having a real estate professional by your side. I'd be honored to put my real estate experience to work for you.
