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Q: Is it worth it to buy a home with a cesspool?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re in the market, you might think twice before buying a home with a cesspool on the property. You&rsquo;ll need to factor in the costs of either maintaining the cesspool (such as with aeration, pumping, and cleaning) or dismantling the system and replacing it with a septic tank or sewage line connection. It might still be a good idea to buy that home, but you&rsquo;ll need to decide for yourself if the costs and hassle are worth it.</p></div>

Q: How long does an FHA appraisal take?

• <div><p>Depending on the size of the home, the appraisal itself can take several hours. After the appraiser&rsquo;s visit is complete, it can take between a few days and a few weeks to get the report back. This timeline is largely dependent on the appraiser&rsquo;s workload, research requirements, efficiency, and other factors.</p></div>

Q: Do foundation cracks affect your appraisal?

• <div><p>Foundation cracks won&rsquo;t always affect your appraised value. All foundations crack due to normal settlement, so hairline cracks that aren&rsquo;t leaking or uneven from side to side are unlikely to have an impact on your appraisal. Structural cracks, on the other hand, often lead to a reduced appraised value, especially if the underlying problem will cause the issue to worsen over time.</p></div>

Q: Should I buy a house that once had termites?

• <div><p>Termite damage isn&rsquo;t always a deal breaker when buying a house, but don&rsquo;t dismiss it. If that&rsquo;s the case, you should hire a professional termite inspection to understand the extent of the damage, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/talking-termite-treatments.htm">type of termite</a>, state of repairs, and whether the infestation is gone.</p><p>If the termites are gone and the current owners repaired the damage, you might want to proceed. You may even be able to use the damage as a bargaining point. However, don&rsquo;t forget that home insurance policies often don&rsquo;t cover termite treatment or repairs and active infestations are tricky to shift.</p></div>

Q: How much does a detached garage add to home value?

• <div><p>Adding a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-garage-add-to-home-value.htm">detached garage can increase the home's value</a> by a healthy amount, provided it's well-constructed, permitted, and inspected. The return on investment for a detached garage depends on the structure's size and function, as well as its quality. On average, consumers who add a detached garage can expect their home's value to increase by between $12,000 and $36,000. </p></div>

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Last update on November 14, 2025

Reviewed in December 2024
Great job, worked fast to get job done, really know what they had to do, looks great, good clean up,prise real good, would highly recommend them
White Mound Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2022
Andy showed up on time.was a good person and did a real good job.
Siris Builds
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Reviewed in June 2018
Excellent work and real efficient. Guys are great.
Johnson Mechanical, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2016
Outstanding. From the first time I contacted Chris and throughout the process Chris was a real professional. Communication was fantastic and the final product exceeded all expectations. Cost was very competitive and reasonable. Highly recommended.
Rath Epoxy Floors
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Reviewed in March 2016
Mike Johnson is a real delight to work with. He was very punctual with giving us an estimate and was by far the best price we received. His team was punctual and their cleanup was amazing. Really an A+ job all around.
Johnson Tree Care LLC
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Reviewed in July 2013
Very well. Went back to his shop to get an extra part he noticed was week and replaced it. He spent 4 hours here and made sure everything was in good working order. A real craftsmen.
MCDOUGAL-OLSEN GARAGE DOOR SERVICE
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Reviewed in May 2013
From start to finish a real pleasure to work with. Very happy with the finished product, no complaints. We’ve received many compliments on our Cleary building!
Cleary Building - Verona
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Reviewed in May 2012
There were some pretty bad spots on them and I was amazed that they got them clean! I will be calling them again very soon to do some work at my home. They came in and did a real good job and were gone. Their pricing was reasonable.
Chem-Dry Middleton Carnation
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Reviewed in January 2012
One of the nicest companies I've worked with in a long time. They came highly recommended by my real estate agent. The service person arrived on time, and was extremely polite and professional. We'd recently moved into the home, and he came to inspect the 2 HVAC units on the property. He gave a...
Arctic Sun Inc
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Reviewed in July 2010
You get to talk to someone on the phone when you call, and not a recording. That is good so people can get a real quick interaction. My experience was favorable. I would use them again in the future.
HILLESTAD HEATING AND COOLING SYSTEMS
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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations

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Welcome to the future of real estate valuation solutions with Akrivis. We combine innovation and evolving technology with our exclusive network of photography contractors to deliver accurate real estate valuations in less than five days. No stress, no fuss, just fast and reliable property values.

"Hired to do valuation of a manufactured home - not on land. Gave appraisal comparison properties included land. therefore not an accurate valuation. Thought salesperson understood nuance. "

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"Hired to do valuation of a manufactured home - not on land. Gave appraisal comparison properties included land. therefore not an accurate valuation. Thought salesperson understood nuance. "

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-Licensed Residential Appraiser -Strong experience in the Waukesha area with 7 years experience as a Realtor in Waukesha and surrounding counties. -Experience with both divorce appraisals, estate appraisals or pre-listing appraisals among many. Quick turnover times with competitive rates.

MDR specializes in realty services with a focus on developing long-term relationships with our clients - sharing our knowledge and resources in the areas of real estate, home ownership and financial health. With these skills, we assist our clients in making wise and solid real estate investment decisions - today, tomorrow and for years to come. Areas of Specialties Include: -Residential (Buy/Sell) -First Home to Dream Home -Relocation -Luxury Homes -Home Staging Consultation

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"Nick Thiry and everyone who helped at Bank of England were great. They were professional, had service oriented attitudes, and got the job done well. They helped us in the decision making process, and guided us through all the paperwork, etc. Thanks Nick! Great work!"

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"Nick Thiry and everyone who helped at Bank of England were great. They were professional, had service oriented attitudes, and got the job done well. They helped us in the decision making process, and guided us through all the paperwork, etc. Thanks Nick! Great work!"

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Call or Text Sabel at anytime! Id love to help you, I am available 24/7 "Sabel specializes in Residential, Land, Condos, New Construction and Commercial Real Estate! She represents Buyers and Sellers." Call or Text Sabel at anytime! Id love to help you, I am available 24/7

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Exactly what you want in a realtor. Warm, personal service. Savvy negotiations. Expert pricing. Persistent follow through. Detail oriented. Licensed In WI

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If you own an investment property in Wisconsin, we can minimize your hassles and maximize your return. We combine personal service and technology to streamline the rental process

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We are Madison's Only FULL Service Flat Fee Real Estate Company. No hidden fees. In keeping with our passion to help clients save, we offer a home buyer rebate program. We share our commission with our buyers...Receive a check at closing!

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Real Estate Agents questions, answered by experts

If you’re in the market, you might think twice before buying a home with a cesspool on the property. You’ll need to factor in the costs of either maintaining the cesspool (such as with aeration, pumping, and cleaning) or dismantling the system and replacing it with a septic tank or sewage line connection. It might still be a good idea to buy that home, but you’ll need to decide for yourself if the costs and hassle are worth it.

Depending on the size of the home, the appraisal itself can take several hours. After the appraiser’s visit is complete, it can take between a few days and a few weeks to get the report back. This timeline is largely dependent on the appraiser’s workload, research requirements, efficiency, and other factors.

Foundation cracks won’t always affect your appraised value. All foundations crack due to normal settlement, so hairline cracks that aren’t leaking or uneven from side to side are unlikely to have an impact on your appraisal. Structural cracks, on the other hand, often lead to a reduced appraised value, especially if the underlying problem will cause the issue to worsen over time.

Termite damage isn’t always a deal breaker when buying a house, but don’t dismiss it. If that’s the case, you should hire a professional termite inspection to understand the extent of the damage, type of termite, state of repairs, and whether the infestation is gone.

If the termites are gone and the current owners repaired the damage, you might want to proceed. You may even be able to use the damage as a bargaining point. However, don’t forget that home insurance policies often don’t cover termite treatment or repairs and active infestations are tricky to shift.

Adding a detached garage can increase the home's value by a healthy amount, provided it's well-constructed, permitted, and inspected. The return on investment for a detached garage depends on the structure's size and function, as well as its quality. On average, consumers who add a detached garage can expect their home's value to increase by between $12,000 and $36,000.

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