Building Inspection are essential for any buyer looking at a new or old property to check its overall condition. But it isn't just important for a buyer to invest in an inspection, the seller should look into having an inspection on their property.

A seller can really benefit from having a pre-inspection before listing their property. There are always pros and cons, here is a list:

PROS OF A BUILDING INSPECTION FOR SELLERS:
- Spot hidden problems:
Any home can look flawless from the outside. The property can be riddled with defects on the inside and you wont even know. Hiring a professional building inspector can bring to your attention any underlying problems with overall structural integrity of the property or any cosmetic defects with walls or floors or finishes.
The checklist for a building inspector is extensive, including electrical, foundations and also plumbing. They analyse every aspect of the property to spot hidden problems.

- Make repairs before buyers inspect the property:
Having a pre-inspection before listing your property allows for some time to fix any defects that have been spotted before a buyer has the chance to spot them first, potentially decreasing the value of your home.
Once you have made repairs you can be confident with selling your property for the listed price.

- Increase the value of your property:
If a buyer has seen that your home has been inspected before being listed and has had recent fixes this could encourage a boost in their offer as they trust the condition of the home.

- You will have peace of mind

CONS OF A BUILDING INSPECTION FOR SELLERS:
- Additional expenses:
Once the pre-inspection is complete you might face some out of pocket expenses to cover and found defects or problems with your property.
On top of the price of the inspections itself you might be hit with some repair costs. If a seller is downgrading properties then they may skip he pre-inspection to avoid any of these expenses.

- Lower the value of your home:
A seller has a moral obligation to disclose any and all information about the property and its history. So if the pre-inspection report reveals that the home has had a history of flooding problems or any recurring problems, buyers might be deterred by this and ask for a lower price on the property.

Our Inspection Specialists will ensure you peace of mind and try our best to get the best result for you and your property. We strive to deliver the outcome you want!

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