Buying Key West Real Estate - Things to know

Concrete Spalling and Asbestos in Key West FL

Asbestos - Some of the older homes in Key West do have asbestos shingles which is easily determined by a home inspection.

Spalling - Various concrete structures in the Keys have been found to contain excessive levels of Chloride. It is guessed that this was caused by contractors using salt water from the canals to mix concrete with. This can cause a condition known as 'Spalling' which results from the rusting and expansion of steel rebar which reinforces concrete. Spalling is easily detected by a competent home inspector, and is repairable.