Foundation problems with your San Antonio house? You can still sell.
Foundation issues are common in San Antonio, and the repair bill can be scary. Here is what causes them, what they mean for a sale, and how selling as-is can work. Plain language, no pressure.
Free, private, no obligation. Offers come to you in writing.
Why foundations move here
Much of the San Antonio area sits on clay soil that swells when wet and shrinks in dry spells, and that movement can stress a slab.
Common warning signs
Cracks in walls, bricks or the slab, doors and windows that stick, gaps around frames, and floors that slope.
Wet and dry cycles
Heavy rain after a drought, leaking pipes and poor drainage can all move the soil under a house.
Repairs can be costly
Fixing a foundation can run from a few thousand dollars to much more, depending on the damage. A structural engineer's report can spell it out.
It affects a regular sale
Buyers using loans often ask for repairs or walk away after an inspection, and some lenders will not fund a house with serious structural issues.
Every house is different. A structural engineer can tell you what is wrong and what it would cost to fix.
How selling to us works
Simple, and you stay in control the whole way.
- Tell us about the house. Use the short form or call. The address, the signs you have noticed and any engineer's report is plenty to start.
- A real person follows up the same day. We ask a few questions about the house and your situation.
- You get a clear written offer if it makes sense. Whether the numbers work depends on the condition of the house and what is owed on it. We will tell you honestly either way.
- You choose the closing date. A title company handles the paperwork, and you can always say no.
We are a home buying company, not an attorney, lender or government agency. We will tell you honestly if selling to us is not your best move.
Your options
The right move depends on how bad it is, what you can spend, and how long you want to wait.
Repair it, then sell
Can bring a higher price, but you pay for the work up front and wait for it to be done.
Sell with an agent and negotiate
Possible, but expect inspections, repair requests and price cuts. Loan-based buyers may back out.
Sell as-is to a cash buyer
We buy as-is, and the repairs are part of how we figure the offer. No work on your end.
Do nothing yet
Small issues can grow if water problems continue, and carrying costs keep adding up.
General information only, not legal or financial advice. For your specific case, talk with a licensed Texas attorney, a HUD-approved housing counselor or your lender.
What helps us give you a straight answer
You do not need all of this to get started. Share what you have:
- The address and the signs you have noticed.
- Any reports: an engineer's report, a foundation company estimate or inspection notes.
- Other problems: roof, plumbing, A/C or water damage.
- About what is owed, if there is a mortgage, back taxes or a lien.
- Your timeline: do you need to move fast, or do you want more time?
Want a straight answer about your house?
Tell us about the property. A real person looks at your situation and gives you a clear written offer if it makes sense. No fees, no pressure, and you can always say no.
Questions people ask
Can I sell a house with foundation problems?
Yes. Many buyers who pay cash purchase houses with foundation issues. The price reflects the repairs needed.
Do I need an engineer's report first?
Not for us. If you already have a report or an estimate, it helps, but it is not required.
Will foundation problems stop a regular buyer?
Often they will, or they will ask for big repairs or price cuts. Loan-based buyers can be limited by what their lender will fund.
What if I have other repairs needed too?
Tell us what you know. We buy as-is, so the whole list is part of the offer and you do not fix anything first.
Is there a fee, or do I pay commissions?
No fee to ask, and no agent commissions when you sell directly to us. Every offer comes to you in writing and you can say no at any time.
How fast can you close?
You choose the closing date, from a few days to a few months. Title work can affect timing, and we will tell you what to expect.