Sell a House That Needs Major Repairs in Washington
A house with major repair needs is expensive to fix and hard to sell traditionally. Most buyers want move-in ready, and lenders won’t finance properties with significant structural or safety issues. That’s exactly the kind of property we buy. Foundation problems, roof damage, fire damage, mold, outdated electrical — we buy it all, as-is, and you don’t need to spend a dime on repairs.
Short Answer
We buy houses in any condition in Washington. You don’t need to repair, clean, or stage anything. Our offer accounts for the property’s current state and needed repairs. Close in as little as 7 days.
Types of Repair Issues We Buy
- Foundation problems — cracking, settling, bowing walls, water intrusion
- Roof damage — leaks, missing shingles, structural sagging, age beyond useful life
- Fire or smoke damage — partial or extensive, whether insurance covered it or not
- Water damage and mold — flooding, burst pipes, persistent moisture issues
- Outdated systems — knob-and-tube wiring, galvanized plumbing, old septic, no central heat
- Extensive deferred maintenance — years of neglect, cosmetic and structural
- Code violations — open permits, unpermitted additions, failed inspections
- Hoarding situations — we handle the cleanup after closing
Why Traditional Sales Don’t Work for Damaged Properties
Listing a property that needs major work creates a chain of problems:
- Most buyers require FHA/VA/conventional financing, which won’t approve properties with health or safety issues
- Inspections will flag every issue, leading to renegotiation or deal collapse
- Agents may decline to list a property that won’t show well or appraise
- Repair estimates can exceed your budget or the property’s equity
- Properties with known issues sit on market for months, accumulating carrying costs
We bypass all of this. No inspections required, no financing contingencies, no appraisal. We make a cash offer based on the property’s current condition.
Which Solution Fits Your Repair Situation?
The type and extent of repairs affects which solution makes the most sense:
Best option for a house with foundation or fire damage: Cash purchase — banks won’t lend on these.
Best option for a house with major deferred maintenance: Cash purchase — no inspections, no repair credits.
Best option for a house with cosmetic issues: Cash purchase or lease-option if the structure is solid.
Best option for a house with mold, asbestos, or lead paint: Cash purchase — we handle remediation.
Not sure which fits? Tell us your situation and we’ll recommend the best path forward. Every case is different.
House Needs Work You Can’t Afford?
We buy as-is. No repairs, no cleaning, no staging. Cash offer in 24 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to get repair estimates before you make an offer?
No. We evaluate the property ourselves and factor repair costs into our offer. You don’t need to hire contractors, get quotes, or do any work.
What about the Washington Seller Disclosure (Form 17)?
Washington requires sellers to disclose known defects via Form 17. You should disclose what you know about the property’s condition. However, “as-is” sales are common and legal — the disclosure just needs to be honest about known issues. We expect issues and our offer already accounts for them.
Will you pay fair market value for a damaged property?
We offer fair value based on the property’s current condition and the cost of needed repairs. This will be less than what the property would sell for in perfect condition, but you avoid spending tens of thousands on repairs, months of carrying costs, and agent commissions.
What if the property has an open insurance claim?
We can work with properties that have open insurance claims. In some cases, we can purchase the property and assign the claim, or structure the sale to account for pending insurance proceeds.
Get Your Free Offer
Tell us about your property and we’ll reach out within 24 hours.