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cesspool- first rookie homeowner mistake

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jmp1105
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cesspool- first rookie homeowner mistake

we're in contract for a house. somehow I realized that I have no clue if we have a cesspool or sewer. I was not able to make it to our inspection but my husband said that the inspector said nothing about a cesspool.

Anyway, it ends up we have a cesspool, there are no sewers in our area.

What do I need to know/worry about? We have no clue about the condition of the cesspool or when it was replaced last. This worries me!

Any advice or words of wisdom for a first time homebuyer?

Posted 6/5/14 12:30 PM
 
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Re: cesspool- first rookie homeowner mistake

Would that come up on the title search? We're in the same boat, but we have "experience" with a cesspool (my parents have one). I would imagine the sellers would be able to share all of the info with you.

Posted 6/5/14 12:35 PM
 

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Re: cesspool- first rookie homeowner mistake

That should definitely be in your inspection report.

Posted 6/5/14 2:09 PM
 

jmp1105
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Re: cesspool- first rookie homeowner mistake

Posted by NYCGirl80

That should definitely be in your inspection report.



the inspection report just says "home inspections do not include drainage inspections"

I just thought that was standard and didn't worry about it.

Rookie mistake!

Posted 6/5/14 2:14 PM
 
 
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