HomeVestors® Blog | Home Repairs

Leading the cash home buying industry since 1996.

Selling your house with water damage: What you need to know

When you plan to sell your house, the last thing you want to deal with is water damage. While you can sell a house with water damage, it may seem like an uphill battle. It can be tricky enough navigating a home sale with a move-in ready property. But when you’re dealing with a home […]

Read More

Should You Sell Your House “As Is” or Renovate?

Is home remodeling worth it? When you decide to sell your house, the condition of your property may be a huge factor in the overall speed and success of your sale. According to the NAR (National Association of Realtors®), 45% of homeowners want to buy a move-in ready house. If you’re selling a house that […]

Read More

How to Sell a House "As Is" When it Needs Repairs

Selling a house can be a long, complex process, even when it’s in perfect condition. If your property needs some repairs or renovations, that can add another layer of challenges. Whether you’re dealing with a leaking roof, broken or outdated appliances, or a faulty HVAC system, houses in need of repair can deter potential buyers […]

Read More

Kitchen trends to avoid when selling your house

Should you remodel your kitchen before you sell?  The kitchen is one of the most important rooms in the house, and that includes when it comes time to sell. It’s the heart of the home and usually sets the tone for the rest of the house. If you’re thinking about remodeling your kitchen before […]

Read More

Liquid Foundation Repair Kits: Do They Really Work?

Hiring a structural engineer to repair your foundation is painfully expensive, so it’s tempting to look for a less expensive DIY solution. For $60 or less, liquid foundation repair kits promise a simple, permanent repair for cracked concrete. But do they really fix the problem? How Much Does It Cost to Repair Your Foundation? […]

Read More

Selling Your House for Retirement: 4 Questions You Should Ask

photo credit After the kids move out, you may start thinking about downsizing to a place with fewer bedrooms. All of that extra space in your home represents equity that could be converted into cash for your retirement. But before you sell your home, ask yourself these four important questions. 1. Why Do You Want […]

Read More

5 Smart Ways to Finance Emergency Home Repairs

photo credit Every year, nearly half of all homeowners (48 percent) are forced to pay for an emergency home repair, according to a recent survey by HomeServe USA. But most Americans have to scramble to cover the cost. According to a recent survey by Bankrate.com, 63 percent of Americans don’t have enough savings to cover […]

Read More

4 Hidden Costs of Water Damage to a House

photo credit After water damage is cleaned up, the drywall is repaired and the carpet is replaced, you might think your house troubles are over. But hidden problems can linger for months or even years. Water damage costs U.S. insurance companies $2.5 billion every year, but that’s only part of the story. For years […]

Read More

Top 5 Myths Surrounding Hail Damaged Roofs

The number one thing that beats up a roof over the course of it’s life is hail.  In fact, hail damage can be one of the single largest insurance claims you’ll have to make for your house.  According to Apex Roofing hail accounts for more than $1.6 billion in roof damage every year.  It […]

Read More
Submitting form...