Nailing The First Property Check: Finally Got The Green Light
- Drainage is one of those things people ignore until it’s a disaster. You did the right thing being “that person” with the contractor—seen too many yards that look fine until the first big storm.
- Old wiring is a different beast. I’ve seen houses where someone “handy” tried to DIY and it turned into a fire hazard. Honestly, even if you’re comfortable with basic electrical, anything past swapping a fixture or outlet should probably be left to a pro. Not worth the risk.
- Paint and cabinets are forgiving—worst case, you hate the color or mess up a hinge. Electricity? Not so much.
- Curious, did you end up doing any upgrades to the electrical before moving in, or just crossing your fingers for now? Sometimes you open up a wall and find wires that look like they belong in a museum...