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Originally Posted by CURLYSANDY
Advice please - we are closing today and the Seller has refused to replace a double glazed upper window sash which the Home Inspector noted had condensation between the panes. The Seller is stating this is a cosmetic issue, so won't repair. Just wondered what you folks thought please?
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Home inspection is for your benefit. Buyer beware. you have done your homework. Did you want the house after the inspection? Usually there is a 3 day out if you are not satisfied with the discoveries. Unless the seller has agreed to repair as a part of the contract, he is not obligated to pay. Doesn't make any difference whether it is cosmetic or more serious needed repair. I sold a lot of houses in my day. I got tired of the buyer "nickeling and dimeing " me. i started putting in my contracts that i would pay for anything over $500 and up to $5,000 and "consider" all others. This eliminated endless "punch list" and reinspections that had to be completed prior to closings.