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#8 of Ten Tips ….Buying A Century Home: Home Insurance

09 Monday Mar 2015

Posted by Barbara Niemann - KWrealestatelady.com in Century Homes, Electrical, Home Insurance, Plumbing, Real Estate, Renovations, Ten Tips for Buying a Century Home

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If you are considering the purchase of a century home, (actually any home that is 30 years or older would apply), make sure your Real Estate Agent includes a clause “Conditional on Obtaining Insurance”.

It seems Insurance Companies are becoming more particular with house insurance.  Your Insurance Company may have concerns with the following:

  • Knob and Tube Wiring (use the search option on this site for Knob & Tube Wiring for more details). Knob & Tube wiring is considered a higher risk mainly because there is no ground wire; the wires are highly susceptible to wearing and exposure, presenting a safety hazard.  You may be required to replace all exposed knob and tube wiring with approved permanent wiring material before obtaining insurance coverage.

 

  • 60-amp Electrical Serivce (use the search option on this site for 60-amp Electrical for more more details).  Insurance companies are concerned that the 60-amp service poses the threat of overuse and overheating, increasing the risk of an electrical fire, and subsequent claim.  Your insurance company will most likely require you to upgrade your electrical service to 100-amps.

 

NOTE: Should any electrical issues be present, be sure that your Real Estate Agent includes a clause “Conditional upon an ESA inspection”.  Homes with wiring issues need to be inspected by the Electrical Safety Authority in Ontario, then deemed safe. Your Real Estate Agent should be knowledgeable to guide you through this process.

 

  • Galvanized Steel Plumbing (use the search option on this site for Plumbing….Galvanized Steel & Leaded Pipes for more details). Galvanized steel pipes have an average life expectancy of 40 – 50 years.  Over time, galvanized steel pipes begin to rust or corrode from the inside out, resulting in reduced water pressure and restricted water flow.  This presents risks of leaks or ruptures in the pipes and potential for flood damage.  Your insurance company most likely will require you to replace the galvanized steel piping with copper or plastic piping before providing you with insurance coverage.

 

  • Wood Burning Stove or Wood Burning Fireplaces.  Nothing beats a crackling wood burning fire, whether in a wood burning stove or fireplace….but insurance companies know that if a stove/fireplace is not properly installed and used properly, it can become a serious fire hazard.  For this reason, your insurance company will require that your stove/fireplace be inspected by a certified Wood Energy Technical Training (WETT) Technician.  Many home inspectors now offer this certification with their home inspection.  Be sure that your Real Estate Agent includes the clause that your purchase is “Conditional upon  WETT Certification”.  Should your inspection be unsatisfactory, you do have the option of converting your wood burning fireplace to gas, or closing/eliminating it completely.

 

  • Fuel Oil Tank (use the search option on this site for Oil Tanks for more details). If the property you are considering to purchase has an oil tank, most insurance companies will only insure a fuel oil tank if it is 20-25 years old and has been inspected and certified by a Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) Inspector.  Again….be sure your Real Estate Agent inserts a clause in your offer that your purchase is “Conditional upon TSSA Inspection”.  If your oil tank is 25 years or older, you may be required to replace it with a gas or electric furnace.

A quick summary….make sure to factor the cost of necessary upgrades, should any of the above apply to your offer to purchase.  Usually your insurance company will give a 30 day grace to have improvements completed.   Any questions? Feel free to contact me….

Barbara Niemann, Sales Representative

Re/Max Twin City Realty Inc., Brokerage (Kitchener Head Office)

email: barbara001@rogers.com

Direct: (519) 588-5010

 

 

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SOLD…..BEAUTIFUL LOFT IN A CENTURY OLD BUILDING!

17 Saturday Jan 2015

Posted by Barbara Niemann - KWrealestatelady.com in Century Homes For Sale, Conversions of Commercial & Industrial Buildings, For Sale, Real Estate

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The Mansion Lofts in Kitchener provides the lifestyle of an established neighbourhood and convenient highway accessibility….plus within walking distance to Center In The Square and the downtown Kitchener core. A great neighbourhood! The Mansion Lofts are surrounded primarily by single family homes, a very unique location!

Living in downtown Kitchener will let you experience life the way you want it. Have fun trying and choosing your favourites out of the many local hotspots, and become a regular in your neighbourhood! Events and music in the street, pubs, boutiques, cafes, and markets all add to the incredible feel of living Downtown. The area is upcoming and exciting, creative new businesses, an imaginative community, and state-of-the-art architecture make Downtown a lively place to call it home.

This lovely loft features high ceilings; located on the top floor; corner unit with huge windows and Juliette balcony; two bedrooms; one bath; open concept living room/kitchen/dining area; in-suite laundry facilities….everything you want in a loft!

Offered at: SOLD

If interested….please contact me for more details!
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#7 of Ten Tips….Buying A Century Home

10 Sunday Nov 2013

Posted by Barbara Niemann - KWrealestatelady.com in Architecture, Ceilings, Century Homes, Décor, Real Estate, Ten Tips for Buying a Century Home

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Business, Ceilings, Century Home, century homes, Construction and Maintenance, Dropped ceiling, heritage homes, historial, Home inspection, kitchener, Materials and Supplies, New Hamburg, Plaster, Popcorn ceiling, Puddicombe House, real estate, victorian houses, Wall Floor and Decorative Finishes, waterloo, waterloo ontario

Look up!…….Ceilings

When purchasing a century home, look up and check all ceilings for stains. Stains can indicate faulty roofing in need of replacement or repair, leaks from plumbing and/or radiator heating pipes. Ask your realtor to investigate and have your home inspector determine if these stains are of significance, or if the problem has been corrected.

Look for ceiling cracks. Cracks in the plaster of older houses may signal disaster or simply reflect the wrinkles of age.  Some cracks in plaster houses are really of little concern. These include the cracks in wood lath ceilings. A very serious crack, which generally means foundation trouble is one which runs along the ceiling and then down a wall. Cracks like this usually occur all at once and are accompanied by some floor sagging or sloping. They should be investigated by your home inspector.

A fabulous feature of most century homes is the grand ceiling height, (excluding Craftsman architecture, where ceilings tended to be lower, but many made up for that showcasing fabulous exposed timbers). Keep in mind that the further you progress up in a century home, the ceilings usually become lower leaving the third floor with the lowest ceiling (this floor was usually reserved for servants). Typically the main floor showcased the craftsmanship of plastered ceilings. Decorative plaster was expensive and usually confined to principle rooms. Many plaster ceilings were embellished with hand modelled plaster in classical motifs, sometimes with ornate painting.

So what happened to many of these beautiful crafted ceilings over the years?……the addition of modern amenities such as electricity, heating, plumbing, etc. caused  concealment.  Many beautiful ceilings started to drop to conceal electrical cables, plumbing, pipes and duct work. Skilled craftsmen were able to add these amenities without compromising the architectural integrity, but many century homes became victims of inexperienced D.I.Y.’ers or inexperienced contractors in the years to come.

I cannot tell you how many century homes I have viewed with “dreaded” ceilings. When showing homes to clients, #1 on the worst of ceilings list is the dreaded “popcorn” ceiling.  Also known as ‘cottage cheese’ or ‘stucco’; it was an easy fix to conceal imperfections. This ceiling surface always receives a reaction of horror. “Popcorn ceilings” became popular in the 1950’s up to the 1980’s. With a life span of 30 years….far too many of these ceilings still exist. Unfortunately, some of the early formulations contained white asbestos fibres. Popcorn ceilings can be removed, although the process is messy. Popcorn texturing can be removed by spraying it with water to soften it, then scraping the material off with a large scraping trowel or putty knife. If the texturing was applied before the ban on asbestos, removal should only be done by a licensed professional, or after testing a sample by a qualified laboratory, who can determine asbestos content.

Segway … to a current used ceiling texture the “California Ceiling”. Although this ceiling texture is popular with new home construction, it is a mottled texture (primarily used to conceal imperfections from drywall contractors). The finish/texture is less intense than popcorn, similar to the texture of an orange peel. In my opinion….not “century home” friendly.

#2 on the dreaded list of ceilings is the dropped, suspended, acoustical tile, or T-bar ceiling. Originally intended to be used for acoustical/soundproofing purposes, it became very popular in the 1960’s+.  It was inexpensive, easy to install and easy to conceal piping, wiring and duct work. Very popular in basements, but eventually (and unfortunately),  made its way upstairs. Much easier to remove than the popcorn ceiling.

When thinking of amazing ceiling treasures/transformations, I have to mention Puddicombe House in New Hamburg, Ontario. Several years ago, while living in Stratford, Ontario (home of beautiful century homes!), my daughter and I ventured out in the winter to Waterloo. When leaving Waterloo to return home to Stratford, a major snow storm was in the works. On Hwy 8 we were stopped by road blocks in New Hamburg, there was no way of going home. Driving around New Hamburg, hoping to find some accommodation,  we found a gorgeous B&B. Feeling a little desperate, (the owners were in the middle of hosting a Christmas party), luckily they were able to accommodate us. What a beautiful place….totally renovated by Lyle and Karen Cressman.  http://www.puddicombehouse.com (click on ‘Revising The Past: New Hamburg; under Newsletter & Reviews, to see the amazing reveal!)

Circa 1868, the Puddicombe House was extensively restored in 2006 to accommodate a full service restaurant, spa and hair salon, as well as a bed and breakfast. The house features impressive Italianate architecture and rich décor. It has 12 foot ceilings with plaster cornice molding and painted detail. In the morning I did have a chance to learn a little about their extensive renovations, all impressive, but most of all…..once they removed the drop ceilings, the ornate plastered and painted ceilings were beyond words!!

You never know what is under the dropped ceilings in a century home!

California Stucco Ceiling

California Stucco Ceiling

Dropped Ceiling

Dropped Ceiling

Popcorn Ceiling

Popcorn Ceiling

Puddicombe House B & B

Puddicombe House B & B

Original Victorian Plaster Painted Ceiling

Original Victorian Plaster Painted Ceiling

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SOLD….Beautiful East Galt (Cambridge) Charmer

11 Wednesday Sep 2013

Posted by Barbara Niemann - KWrealestatelady.com in Century Homes, Century Homes For Sale, For Sale, Real Estate

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How quickly summer has passed, time to get back to posting! I had to add this beautiful property to Real Estate For Sale. Old home lovers will appreciate this…..

This beautiful 1850’s Victorian is located in the heart of historical East Galt, Cambridge. Immaculate and lovingly maintained, this 2151 sq.ft. charmer features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Some of the wonderful features include; a beautiful original curved staircase plus a second back staircase, hardwood floors, two stunning arched bay windows with original trim, wood burning fireplace in the living room, a cozy functional kitchen with butcher block counters, farmers sink! and pantry, separate dining room, second floor laundry, main floor office or 4th bedroom, main floor family room with skylight. The main bathroom features a gorgeous claw foot tub and skylight.

Updates include windows, electrical, plumbing, central air, central vac, and the roof has been replaced in 2008. The exterior offers a low maintenance yard with stamped concrete and triple wide parking. The unfinished basement offers ample space, waiting to be finished to suit your needs.

Interested in more information?….feel free to contact me.

Offered at: SOLD

Charming Curb Appeal

Charming Curb Appeal

Front scape with partial view of 3 car parking

Front scape with partial view of 3 car parking

Close up of beautiful original Corbels

Close up of beautiful original Corbels

Light and bright entrance

Light and bright entrance

Stunning main staircase

Stunning main staircase

Beautiful bowed window in living room

Beautiful bowed window in living room

Separate dining room featuring another beautiful bowed window

Separate dining room featuring another beautiful bowed window

Functional kitchen with farmer's sink and butcher block counters...opening up to a family room

Functional kitchen with farmer’s sink and butcher block counters…opening up to a family room

One of 3+1 bedrooms, featuring curved ceilings

One of 3+1 bedrooms, featuring curved ceilings

Clawfoot Tub in main bath

Clawfoot Tub in main bath

Maintenance free yard

Maintenance free yard

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Real Estate For Sale …. Beautiful Charmer in West Galt!

27 Thursday Jun 2013

Posted by Barbara Niemann - KWrealestatelady.com in For Sale, Real Estate

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cambridge, Century Home, Century Home For Sale, century homes, Family room, heritage home for sale, heritage homes, historial, John Galt, real estate, Swimming pool, waterloo, West Galt

Located on a quiet tree-lined street in desirable West Galt, Cambridge, is a beautiful 3 bedroom two storey home. Upon entering you can feel the charm in this century home full of signs from yesterday year with original wood trim and some original wood floors preciously preserved. Pride of ownership has kept this home in wonderful condition with modern updates such as a family room addition with vaulted ceilings and gas fireplace. Step in to the back yard and you enter an oasis, equipped with a deck for entertaining and built-in swimming pool.

Definitely worthwhile considering. Feel free to contact me for further details.

Offered at: This property is sold.

 

Exterior Front

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For Sale…Open House Saturday April 6th, 2.00 – 4.00 p.m.

04 Thursday Apr 2013

Posted by Barbara Niemann - KWrealestatelady.com in For Sale, Heritage, Real Estate

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Business, Century Home, century homes, decorating, Doon Heritage Village, heritage homes, historial, kitchener, kitchener ontario, Living history, May to December, old homes, real estate, Regional Municipality of Waterloo, waterloo, waterloo ontario, Waterloo Region

Doon Heritage Village, Kitchener, Ontario

Doon Heritage Village, Kitchener, Ontario

Doon Heritage Village

Doon Heritage Village, Kitchener, Ontario

Although this particular property for sale is not a heritage home (it is a new build), it is located in the district of Doon Mills…3 kms from Doon Heritage Village, a wonderful historical village.

Doon Heritage Village is a picturesque 60 acre living history village that shows visitors what life was like in Waterloo Region in the year 1914.

The Waterloo Region Museum is the entrance to Doon Heritage Village. The living history village is open seasonally from May to December. The village comes to life with knowledgeable interpreters dressed in authentic 1914 clothing and features historic buildings, farm animals and fun activities the whole family will enjoy.

A short walk or drive will welcome you to 20 Woodsmere Drive, Kitchener.

Enjoy privacy and a low-maintenance lifestyle in this spectacular executive end unit townhouse, located in Upscale Doon Mills.

Spend quiet evenings on the private covered balcony or enjoy the large stone patio in the spacious fenced backyard overlooking an abundance of green space.

This striking townhouse features over 2,000 sq. feet of casually elegant living. The design of this home is ingenious – open concept entertaining space; private master bedroom with master bath/spa, two additional bedrooms, three bathrooms, two family rooms (one with dramatic vaulted ceilings), recroom/games room, and a beautifully appointed kitchen featuring maple cabinetry, island and breakfast bar.

Walls of windows allow natural sunlight inside and offer a spectacular view. Walk out to the stone patio from the games room/recroom….billiards anyone?

Perfectly suited for a quiet lifestyle but ready to host family get-togethers or fabulous soirees.
Quality finishes are evident.

Features include a double garage with inside entry, gas fireplace, lawn sprinkler system, 9’ ceilings, French door walk-out to balcony, hardwood floors, main floor laundry, central air and high end kitchen appliances incl. dual-drawer dishwasher and custom window treatments.

2nd Floor Family Room Backyard Covered Balcony Exterior Family Room Kitchen 2 Kitchen Master Bath Spa Master Bedroom Recroom

Open House:     Saturday, April 6th, 2013 2.00 – 4.00 p.m.

20 Woodsmere Drive, Kitchener, Ontario

Offered at: $449,900
Barbara Niemann
Royal Lepage Grand Valley Realty
519-588-5010

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#6 of Ten Tips…Buying a Century Home

24 Sunday Mar 2013

Posted by Barbara Niemann - KWrealestatelady.com in Century Homes, Environmental Assessments (ESA), Ten Tips for Buying a Century Home

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Brownfield land, Century Home, Environmental impact assessment, ESA, heritage homes, kitchener, Phase I environmental site assessment, real estate, victorian houses, waterloo

#6 of Ten Tips ….Buying a Century Home

Do be aware of the surroundings of your potential purchase….a segue to Environmental Assessments (ESA).

You may be familiar with the terms….Environmental Phase 1, or Environmental Assessment, which is mostly required when purchasing a commercial property; however, it can also be required for the purchase of a residential dwelling.

Many century homes are located in mixed-use areas (both urban and rural) and the possibility of your potential new purchase neighbouring on properties engaged in storing, transporting or producing waste, chemicals or hazardous substances is a possibility. Contamination could be a concern if the home is located near a dry cleaner, gas station, motor repair facility, printing facility, photo developer or laboratory, junkyard, processing or recycling facility, landfill or former oil field or other environmentally hazardous businesses.

You have found the perfect century home….”lovingly cared for, full of charm and character, close to all amenities, electrical and plumbing has been updated….”, and you are ready to submit an offer and as you peek through the gorgeous mature trees in your future backyard you notice your potential dream home backs on property that belongs to an adjacent gas station. Should you run….no….but you should be aware, due diligence is necessary.

If the property is an environmental suspect, a request for an environmental report/esa can come from the buyer’s lawyer, and/or the financial institute that finances the purchase. At this point, an Environmental Assessment may be requested. The cost for a Phase 1 Assessment can vary, normally in the $2,000-$3,000 range.

Phase 1: The process involved in a Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment is ….
• Review of records to collect data on past activities on the site and neighbouring properties.
• A site visit to identify any visual evidence of actual or potential contamination (for example, an underground oil tank, or asbestos pipe insulation).
• In some cases interviews with site personnel, government officials and third parties.
• Evaluation of the information and reporting of the findings and conclusions.

Usually at this point, with a clean record, the Offer To Purchase will continue. In the event a Phase 2 is required, the buyer will most likely walk away due to escalated assessment costs.

Phase 2:
A Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment is to define the nature and extent of any environmental impacts at a site through an intrusive sampling program.

The typical scope of work may include:

• collection of soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment and/or vapour samples;
• chemical analysis of samples;
• surveying the site and establishing groundwater flow direction;
• determining the appropriate criteria to which the results must be compared;
• interpretation of data, possibly including modeling, qualitative risk assessment, or development of a Conceptual Site Model;
• preparation of a clear, comprehensive report documenting the findings and presenting a conclusion regarding the environmental condition of the site.

Phase 3: Cleaning Up of Contaminated Land known as Brownfields

Some examples of Brownfields are: closed factories, gas stations and waterfronts previously used as port operations.

Phase 3 will most likely apply for commercial developments.

 

Brownfield Site

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SOLD….. Gorgeous Century Home in Uptown Waterloo!

06 Wednesday Mar 2013

Posted by Barbara Niemann - KWrealestatelady.com in Century Homes For Sale, Real Estate

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THIS PROPERTY IS NOW SOLD…..

Located in desirable Uptown Waterloo!  Prime Location!  Walk to all upscale restaurants, cafes, and boutiques and enjoy.  This lovely double bricked century home features original hardwood flooring, new electrical panel, hi-efficiency furnace (2006), steel roof (2009) with a 50 year warranty.  Newer windows were updated in 2009, as well as updated plumbing and wiring.  A bonus is the wonderful sunroom addition with a wood burning stove….a perfect spot for an office or den.  The basement features high ceilings with a cold room, laundry area and a great workshop space.  The lovely private and fenced yard is well landscaped featuring native gardens and mature deciduous trees.

Offered at: SOLD

For further details……contact me.  This property will sell quickly!

Exterior Front

Exterior Front

Spacious Front Porch

Sit and Relax on this lovely front porch

Spacious Living Room

Spacious Living Room

Opposite End of Spacious Living Room with Built-in Bookcases

Opposite End of Living Room with Built-in Bookcases

Lovely Dining Room...light and bright

Lovely Dining Room…light and bright

Spacious Stairway Landing with Closet....a great entrance

Stairway Landing with Closet….a great entrance

Charming kitchen with walk-out to backyard

Charming kitchen with walk-out to backyard

Second storey sunroom addition

Second storey sunroom addition

Walk up attic...bonus!

Walk up attic…bonus!

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Renovations……Enjoy Your Attic!

05 Tuesday Mar 2013

Posted by Barbara Niemann - KWrealestatelady.com in Century Homes, Real Estate, Renovations

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Air conditioning, Attic, cambridge, Century Home, century homes, Construction and Maintenance, Heating Ventilating and Air Conditioning, heritage homes, Mechanical, real estate, victorian houses, waterloo

Need more space in your century home?…. look up!!

I love attics, a charming wonderful space which is a bonus feature in many century homes. This useable space can become a family room, playroom, office, studio, theatre room, guestroom or games room…whatever you desire.

Considering converting your attic? First step….check building codes and permits for your area. Have a professional check both the foundations and supporting walls of your home to make sure that they have the strength to carry the additional weight involved when using your attic or loft as viable living space. As well, have the floor of your attic checked to make sure that the floor joists are strong enough to support the new use of this floor.

Adding insulation in the wall systems of an older home can be challenging, but it is relatively easy and inexpensive in attic spaces.

Rustic wood ceiling beams are common in the century home, a wonderful feature to keep visible in your renovation project. Original floor boards could possibly be restored, another charming addition to your new space. In a former home, after lifting off glued on carpeting, hemlock floor boards were discovered. You never know what surprises lurk underneath.

Other considerations in an attic conversion are: fire doors, fire escape (consider portable escape ladders) , dormer windows, skylights, water pressure if adding plumbing, upgrades for attic wiring, ventilation/air flow, attic fan and consideration of solar heating.

Does your attic have a staircase…great! If not, folding attic stairs or spiral stairs are a consideration if space for installing a full staircase is limited.

Attics in a century home are full of charm with sloped ceilings and nooks and crannies….a great space waiting for your imagination. With careful planning you can have a wonderful new space to enjoy and possibly increase the value of your home.

Having owned century homes with useable attics, heating and cooling can be an issue. Attics will be very hot in the summer and very cold in the winter. Proper insulation is crucial. If duct work has not been extended to the attic for forced air heating/central air, electrical baseboard heating and portable AC units can be added, but another solution would be to investigate the installation of a ductless air conditioning/heat pump system.

Enjoy your attic!

Attic Stairs in Century Home: carpet removed, stripped and painted

Attic Stairs in Century Home: carpet removed, stripped and painted

Half of Attic converted to office/sewing room

Half of Attic converted to office/sewing room

Upper landing of attic staircase

Upper landing of attic staircase

Office/Sewing Room & day bed, with ceiling beams exposed and original hemlock floors refinished

Office/Sewing Room & day bed, with ceiling beams exposed and original hemlock floors refinished

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#5 of Ten Tips for Buying a Century Home….

04 Monday Mar 2013

Posted by Barbara Niemann - KWrealestatelady.com in Century Homes, Real Estate, Ten Tips for Buying a Century Home

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Be aware of buried oil tanks …… investigating the possibility of a buried oil tank in your future home is crucial. Buried oil tanks are illegal and are the responsibility of the owner to have them removed. Not sure if a buried oil tank exists in your yard? Ask!!! The seller should provide all documentation relating to the oil tank and/or oil tank removal.

Many century homes have had an underground oil storage tank somewhere on the property, usually buried close to the foundation of the home. Tell tale signs can include a vent pipe with elbow coming into the house or a metal cap in the yard. The issue with old unused tanks is that the contents may have leaked into the soil and groundwater creating a contaminated site in your yard. If an oil tank is detected, removal of the tank and clean up is required. If you suspect there is an old tank on the property, it can be verified using a magnetometer to detect metal up to 27 feet below the surface.

If you are purchasing a property that contains or contained an oil tank, it is important to have an environmental inspection of the grounds to ensure there is no contamination or migration of a material to neighboring properties. Once a tank is found, the necessity to drain it and the accessibility for removal are assessed and a plan is put into place. Always check with your municipality to ensure you comply with their regulations and any permitting requirements.

The old tank will have to be removed and properly disposed of, its contents need to be pumped out. Hire a company that is licensed and bonded to handle such materials and dispose of them according to guidelines for disposal.

If the tank has leaked, a soil sample is tested at a laboratory and a plan formed with engineers for the clean up, approvals and permits are obtained. After the remediation, the site is restored and a report drawn up to provide a clean bill of health for the property. Penalties and fines for not tackling a leaking tank can be in the thousands of dollars and your property could be flagged as a contaminated site.

Oil Tank Removal (photo courtesy of Stormworks Contracting)

Oil Tank Removal (photo courtesy of Stormworks Contracting)

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