What about cracked slabs?
“I saw a home I loved in West Clairemont, but there was a crack in the slab. Should I avoid buying a home with a cracked slab?”
***ANSWER:
Some cracks are very serious and cost thousands, tens of thousands, or even hundreds of thousands to fix correctly.
Other cracks are more “cosmetic”, don’t reflect structural problems, and just need to be filled with epoxy. I usually see that done for under $2,000, plus flooring repair or replacement.
My advice is to have any cracks inspected by an expert, usually for about $500. If it’s just cosmetic, don’t let it stop you. If it’s structural, think twice. But you might go forward if you feel comfortable with the report and the estimate, and the repair cost is reflected in the price or a $$ credit.
