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Originally Posted by E38Driver
Given the age of the house I would be concerned about Asbestos. Popcorn ceiling and mastic used for the vinyl flooring. Also if the HVAC is original asbestos insulation.
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All those...plus possible aluminum wiring or pipes with lead or cast iron depending on area. Most drains to the street were cast iron or clay tile and often need replacing...especially if they run near mature trees. Usually very little insulation before the 80s.
Wiring is also often not properly grounded (two prong outlets vice three). Sometimes the outlets have been replaced with three prong ones to accommodate modern electrical items but there is not ground on third prong...so you cant tell without a meter (or removing the outlet covers). Also check the fireplace damper. Many from the 60s rusted out long ago.
Look at the age of the hot water heater. Last 60s home I bought had one that was 30 years old (like the HVAC). Neither lasted long...nor were very efficient before then.
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