In practice, most homes of this nature are improved on an as needed basis only. Many less than ideal conditions are simply tolerated. When the foundation shifts, it is jacked back in place and supported in some makeshift fashion. When insects infest a section of the structure, treatment is performed and damaged wood is repaired. When the plumbing leaks, it is repaired.
Unexpected repairs are an ongoing occurrence.
At some point, the decision is made to either substantially improve the building, or rebuild it. While many of the observations made in this report suggest that serious conditions exist, it is possible that the house could be inhabited without substantial short term expense. Common minor cracks were observed in the foundation walls of the house. This implies that some structural movement of the building has occurred, as is typical of most houses. The roof has a pronounced hump on the Northern most addition.