The Silent Deal-Killer: How Truss Uplift Can Sabotage a Sale (And How We Help Agents Spot It Early)

You walk into a beautifully staged home, ready to recommend it to your buyer—but a small, seemingly harmless crack along the ceiling catches your eye. It might not seem like a big deal, but it could indicate a hidden structural issue that could derail the entire transaction: truss uplift. In this post, we uncover what truss uplift is, how it can affect deals, and why agents should include this in their checklist when recommending pre-listing inspections.