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Old 11/1/07, 11:27 PM
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SOP says VISUAL inspection

How would you report the smell of French POOF POOF water??

Just having a little fun

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Old 11/2/07, 12:16 AM
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SOP says VISUAL inspection

How would you report the smell of French POOF POOF water??

Just having a little fun

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I do list strong odors as a cosmetic issue. Sometimes the buyer is from out of town and does not see the home prior to a final walk-through or when moving in. That is when the phone would start ringing. I just note that an odor exists and may or may not dissipate over time. I let the buyer and sell work out all of the details and what they can live with. I feel I would be remiss by not mentioning it in the report. Heavy smoking odors in a closed home are also very offensive to some buyers.
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I do list strong odors as a cosmetic issue. Sometimes the buyer is from out of town and does not see the home prior to a final walk-through or when moving in. That is when the phone would start ringing. I just note that an odor exists and may or may not dissipate over time. I let the buyer and sell work out all of the details and what they can live with. I feel I would be remiss by not mentioning it in the report. Heavy smoking odors in a closed home are also very offensive to some buyers.
That could be dangerous!! What if it's an oil, mold or strong chemical smell??
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You cannot always smell chemical off gassing.
You cannot smell methane.
You cannot smell all moulds.
You cannot smell Carbon Monoxide.
You cannot smell Radon.
You cannot smell.....
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Old 11/8/07, 10:35 PM
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I use this in my reports if needed....Attachment 15737
Damn, thats funny!

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