Question : I am buying a house, the outside wall is single brick, why is the mortgage lenders giving me hassle?
I dont understand what the mortgage lenders issue is, the house has stood since 1950ish!! there is one wall that is single brick, i have had to get a quote to make the wall double brick! is it just me or are they being petty?
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Answer by briggs451
Most exterior brick walls are simply a veneer over the structural frame, and are single thickness. If it is a bearing wall, it will be backed up by concrete blocks. They may be concerned about its structural adequacy, but I think it’s more likely they are looking for a way to back out of the deal