Had a similar experience with plumbing. Inspection said pipes were fine, but a month in, discovered slow leaks behind walls. Definitely worth setting aside extra cash for these hidden surprises, especially in older places... learned that one the hard way.
Yeah, plumbing can be a sneaky one. Even the best inspections can miss stuff hidden behind walls or under floors—especially in older homes. I've seen clients get caught off guard by electrical issues too, like outdated wiring that seemed fine at first glance but turned into a headache later. It's always smart to budget a bit extra for these unexpected surprises. Curious, did you end up tackling the plumbing yourself or bring in a pro? I've had some clients try DIY fixes to save money, but it doesn't always pan out...
When we bought our first place, the inspection totally missed a weird plumbing issue behind a shower wall. Thought I could DIY it after watching some YouTube vids... big mistake. Ended up flooding half the bathroom and paying double when the plumber had to fix my mess plus the original issue. Lesson learned the hard way. Did your electrical problems pop up right after moving in, or was it something you noticed gradually?
"Thought I could DIY it after watching some YouTube vids... big mistake."
Haha, been there! My first rental had an electrical issue that seemed minor—just a flickering kitchen light. Thought I'd save a buck and fix it myself... ended up shorting half the house. Lesson learned: YouTube confidence ≠ electrician skills.
Haha, relatable. I once thought changing a bathroom faucet would be easy after watching a 5-minute DIY vid. Two hours and one flooded cabinet later, I was calling a plumber and kicking myself for not just paying upfront. DIY vids make everything look way simpler than reality... there's a reason pros get paid what they do. Lesson learned the hard (and wet) way.
