Septic

Common inspections:

• General home inspection
• Septic inspection
• Well water test
• Radon test
• Pest inspection

Waterfront homes may also require shoreline review.

A septic contingency allows renegotiation or termination if the system fails inspection.

In rural towns like Center Harbor or Tuftonboro, septic condition materially affects value.

Yes. Water quality impacts health and financing.

Testing should include:

• Bacteria
• Arsenic
• Nitrates

High radon levels can:

• Require mitigation system installation
• Create buyer concern
• Affect resale

Radon mitigation is typically negotiable.

Yes, if findings materially affect value.

However, in competitive markets, buyers must approach renegotiation strategically.