We purchased a new house in Pima County, near Tucson AZ, and at the time of the walk-through just prior to the closing, there was no crack in the sidewalk. The crack subsequently appeared and extended from a 3 inch crack becomming about a 2 foot crack in just a few days. The crack is less than 1/16 of an inch thick. The contractor says cracking in concrete is almost universal, and given the fact that there are no significant structural or safety issues, he will do no more than re-evaluate the situation in 6 months. The sidewalk was ugly and discolored, and the crack developed the day after the masonry subcontractor applied some kind of acid to the sidewalk.
Would appreciate any advice from real estate attorneys or contractors who have knowledge about these matters.
2006-12-22
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