Updating post from Reddit.
Hi fellow landlords.
I’m just looking for some advice. I’m partway through purchasing a new BTL property. Last week, my solicitors had reported that they heard from the other side and an underground water pipe had burst owned by Scottish Water. They attended site and said they’d need to dig up and repair. But wouldn’t be liable for addressing the damage to the grass and concrete walkway under which the pipe is located.
There seems to be no water coming into the property but it has been described as a ‘pond’ outside the main door. Scottish Water won’t be able to repair until early this week so it does leave the foundations and building exposed to excessive water for several days.
I am concerned about the damage to the property which may not be immediate seen or noticeable and therefore considering pulling out of the sale. Just wanted to get some perspectives on whether I’m taking an extreme reaction pulling out, or being sensible to avoid future issues post the sale.
As a minimum id want a survey prior to SW reinstating the ground. The water could have been running for years prior to noticing, washing away the substrate, and this is how sink holes happen.
Thank you!! Great advice. Will definitely raise this with the solicitors next week
You must delay this sale now until all works are completed and a further survey of fully completed works has been done. How long that is going to take is anyones guess, so its up to you if you sit and wait or cut your losses so far and move on to a better suited property.
Thanks very much for the advice. I think a delay is inevitable and will be writing to the solicitor requesting a full survey of the site on the damage to the property, damp readings inside the property and a full inspection of the repaired area