Anonymous wrote:We've been in our new house in upper NW for about 2 months. It was "move-in ready," but probably hasn't had any renovations in 20 yrs. Here's a breakdown of things we've had to take of asap, adding up to about $15,500.
Deep clean - 400
AC deep clean & adding surge protector (hadn't been serviced in over 10 years, lots of build up inside mini split units)- 2200
Termite, carpenter bee treatment- 600
Plumbing (broken toilet, washing machine that was only running hot water,, tighten kitchen faucet, etc) - 350
Electrician updated dangerously old outlets - 300
Changed locks - 300
Chimney sweep - 175
Chimney cap - 400
Shades for main floor - 3000 (including install)
Lead pipe service line replacement - est 2000 (not including 2000 paid by city)
Landscaping to improve drainage/ basement issues - 4000
Yard clean up, including leftover contractor debris from sellers - 2000
Traps for fly problem - 20
Deck stain - 40
Op here- adding a few other things, takes it up to about $17000
Dehumidifier for basement- 350
Lead inspection (we have a baby, prob will also need to paint radiators)- 800
Clean rugs and sofas- 550
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