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FOUNDATION AND / OR, IF VISIBLE, FOOTING DISINTEGRATION / EXFOLIATION NOTED: In many areas alkaline soil and excessive moisture work together to cause concrete to lose its aggregate bond strength. Some conditions may be severe enough to necessitate complete rebuilding of sections of the footing and/or foundation. The cost to repair foundations and footings can be expensive and can vary greatly from one contractor to the next. Older brick and stone foundations often loose the mortar integrity and begin to virtually "fall apart." This situation will usually require the assistance of a Masonry Contractor or foundation specialist. Complete rebuilding of the foundation often is necessary. Exfoliation (the breaking up of rocks or concrete by freeze expansion) can severely damage a foundation. Sealing the foundation with water proofing agents and keeping excessive water away will help prevent further exfoliation. Proper sealants are available at most Building Supply Outlets. It is important to try to keep moisture from seeping into the footing or foundation and expanding by freezing, whatever method used. It is recommended that you contact a Concrete Contractor for further information and an additional opinion. Call the inspector for additional information any time. 

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When it comes time to sign a contract to purchase a home it is vital you find and use a New Jersey Real Estate Attorney. Although many attorneys represent clients in real estate transactions there are a select few who do it well. Real estate attorneys who handle real estate transactions are good at it because they do it day after day. If an unusual situation comes up during your real estate deal odds are an experienced New Jersey Real Estate attorney had the same or a similar situation before and knows just what to do. Hiring an experienced home inspector has the same benefit, when something unusual comes up they are much more likely to know what to tell you in order for you to negotiate better.