Before you sign, check what you can't see
An inspector goes through the property room by room and finds damp, electrical faults, plumbing issues and cracks before you commit.
- A quote before you decide
- We get back to you within a business day
- No obligation
Damp and waterproofing
- What's checked
- Moisture meter and thermal camera around the shower, bath and walls shared with adjacent rooms.
- Why it matters
- Hidden damp is one of the most common defects in resale apartments, and fixing it sometimes means removing floor and wall tiles.
Where the inspection fits into the deal
The right time is once you like the property and before you sign anything.
- 1
Viewing the property
You get an impression of the property as it looks.
- 2
Home inspection
You find what isn't visible: damp, electrics, plumbing and cracks.
- 3
Negotiation
Findings become arguments: a price reduction or a repair before handover.
- 4
Contract
The lawyer can write the repairs into the contract.
- 5
Getting the keys
You move in with no surprises.
Same finding, two scenarios
| Finding | Impact | Found before signing | Found after signing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1Damp in the shower wall | Impact: | Found before signing:You ask for a price reduction or a repair at the seller's expense. | Found after signing:Removing tiles and repairing at your expense. |
| 2Old electrical panel without proper grounding | Impact: | Found before signing:You price the replacement into the offer. | Found after signing:Urgent replacement before moving in. |
| 4Crack in the living room wall | Impact: | Found before signing:You check with an engineer whether it's structural, before committing. | Found after signing:Checking after the fact, once the deal is closed. |
| 5Balcony with no drainage slope | Impact: | Found before signing:Added to the list of repairs in the contract. | Found after signing:A leak into the apartment below, and you're liable. |
What your inspection should include
Three questions about the property, and the inspection list updates. It will be attached to the request.
Your inspection list
5 items
- Damp in wet rooms
- Electrical panel and grounding
- Water pressure and drainage
- Cracks in walls and ceilings
- Windows and opening seals
What happens after you leave your details
Send a request
Two minutes: property details, when you need it and how to reach you.
A Hoomy representative calls you back
Within a business day, to understand the property and the timeline.
Arrange an inspector
The inspection is done on site and usually ends with a written findings report.
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