Dave Barry wrote a book called Homes and Other Black Holes. I thought it was a very funny book when I read it in high school, but I'm afraid I might identify with it too much to find it funny now.
Last Saturday, we met Ben's dad at the new house to do our inspection. We had called the utility companies so we could have gas, power, and water to check things out. Upon arriving, Ben's dad went to the gas meter while Ben went to the electrical panel to turn on the power. There was a red tag on the gas meter informing us that the gas had started running immediately upon being turned on. It probably just means the pilot lights were left on. Meanwhile, Ben got a mild shock. It turns out there is a leak between the old house and the kitchen addition. The water was also dripping down behind the electrical panel. Well, we gave it up for lost and came home.
We now need to fix the roof. Thanks, by the way, to all those of our friends and family who have so kindly volunteered to help us do it!!! We will be calling you when we finally close.
I'm just grateful we learned about it now instead of after we move in. I'm really glad it was raining last Saturday for that reason! Really, it's best if you can see a good rainstorm in a prospective house.
Some would call us crazy to buy the home in this condition. We still feel that this is the right home for us.
Well, kids are beckoning. May you all have a lovely weekend!!!
2 comments:
Sounds like you have some work to do, but we are so excited for you guys! It is great that you have found a house that you feel good about.
oh my. old houses are the best and the worst of times. best of luck! we're thoroughly excited for you as well.
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