What Counts as “Major Repairs”?
Major repairs are typically issues that affect safety, structure, or financing approval. These often include:
- Roof replacement or ongoing roof leaks
- Foundation movement or settlement issues
- Plumbing problems (old pipes, sewer issues, leaks)
- Electrical issues (outdated panels, unsafe wiring)
- HVAC systems that no longer function or are past lifespan
- Mold, moisture, or long-term water damage
- Fire, flood, or storm-related damage
Homes with these issues are often difficult to sell traditionally — especially if they won’t pass inspection or qualify for financing.
Why Fixer-Uppers Are Hard to Sell on the Open Market
When a home needs major repairs, selling through a traditional listing can be challenging because:
- Buyers often require repairs before closing
- Lenders may refuse to finance the property
- Inspections can delay or cancel deals
- Repair credits and negotiations add stress
- Repairs must usually be done before the home can sell
For many homeowners, fixing the house just to sell it doesn’t make financial or emotional sense.
What Selling “As-Is” Actually Means
Selling a house as-is means:
- You are not required to make repairs
- You don’t need to update or modernize anything
- You don’t have to clean out or prepare the property
- The buyer accepts the home in its current condition
At Sell Your House Northshore, we evaluate the home honestly, factor in the repairs, and make an offer based on real local costs and market conditions — not guesswork.
Should You Repair or Sell As-Is?
That depends on your goals, timeline, and resources.
In some cases, making repairs can increase resale value. In others, the cost, time, and stress outweigh the benefit. We help homeowners understand:
- What repairs would realistically cost
- Whether those repairs would add real value
- How long the process would take
- What selling as-is looks like instead
Our role is to help you make an informed decision, even if selling to us isn’t the best fit.
Common Situations We See With Fixer-Uppers
We regularly help homeowners who are dealing with:
- Houses they inherited and don’t want to renovate
- Homes that have been vacant or neglected
- Rental properties with deferred maintenance
- Properties damaged by storms or flooding
- Homes that won’t pass inspection
- Owners who don’t have the funds or time to repair
You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out.
Local Buyers With Real Construction Experience
We’re not a national buyer or a call center.
Our team includes local investors, builders, and licensed professionals, which means we understand repair scopes, realistic costs, and how fixer-uppers actually perform in the Northshore market.
That allows us to make fair, transparent offers without surprises.
What to Do Next
If your house needs major repairs and you’re unsure what to do next:
- You can request a no-obligation cash offer
- Or simply talk through your options with a local buyer
- There’s no pressure to move forward
📞 Call or text 985-231-2561
or
👉 Request your fair cash offer today