Electrical mystery

[SideShow Bob]

Bubba not only does gun smithing, he also does electrical work !
He's an all around handy man.

I don't know about the legal rights or disclosure laws, But you definatly have some serious electrical problems.

Did the previous owner do any remodeling ? And did they have the proper permits to do so ? You may have a leg to stand on from that angle too.

And I have to ask, Did you try turning back on the switch in question ?

[izzy]

And I have to ask, Did you try turning back on the switch in question ?

Haha yeah I turned it back on

[izzy]

We're going to get an electrician in here and just suck it up. It's really frustrating though because the previous owners surely knew about it. I'd try to fix it my self but I have a habit of getting zapped.

[Great-Kazoo]

Probably a bad switch or a code violation. As above its either a $3 repair or needs professional attention that you should have known about before purchase.

Document document document

We're going to get an electrician in here and just suck it up. It's really frustrating though because the previous owners surely knew about it. I'd try to fix it my self but I have a habit of getting zapped.

See wulf's reply. ANYTHING you have done needs documentation Also the lic electricians repair order should be sent to your realtor.

[izzy]

Our realtor has already contacted the previous owner, we'll see what happens.

[MrPrena]

There is no way in hell the home inspector and buyer will check every single micron^3 of the house.


Took at least 2-3 hours to see common stuff.

When we were in the market 9 years ago, one of the home owner immediately disclosed to real estate about one funky electrical work. At least it was new construction, and it was covered by builder. We didn't buy that house due to timing, but that is how seller should address any minor issues.

As being said, I hope it is something really minor. If seller knowingly conceal a major electrical issue, it should be on them.

[00tec]

If you want to try swapping the switch out, I can do it Monday when I swing by. Just have the new switch ready to rock.

[Ah Pook]

Where are y'all finding $3.00 switches?!

The last two houses I bought all switches were checked, roof, crawlspace, heater, water heater, elec box, plumbing inlets and foundation. Took less than 1.5 hours and no one complained.

No advise for the OP but I see it as in the inspector's hands. That's their job.

[GilpinGuy]

You said you turned the switch back on. Try pushing it up
little more with some pressure. Maybe it is a faulty switch and it needs that extra little umph to make contact and that's why it was taped up?.

[jslo]

Miss wired 3-way would be my guess. See it a lot.