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23 December 2025

Are you required to purchase a (hybrid) heat pump?

The blog discusses the transition from traditional central heating boilers to hybrid heat pumps in the Netherlands, highlighting their benefits in energy efficiency and sustainability, and noting that from 2026, hybrid heat pumps will become the minimum standard for heating systems in new installations.

19 December 2025

Building inspection quickly saves thousands of euros

The blog emphasizes the importance of having a building inspection before purchasing a home to avoid unexpected repair costs and financial difficulties, using a real-life example to illustrate how such inspections can save buyers thousands of euros.

19 December 2025

Smart home automation systems deserve extra attention when purchasing

The blog discusses the importance of assessing home automation systems when buying a smart home, highlighting the need for compatibility, safety, and data security, and recommends a building inspection by Homekeur to evaluate the property's technical condition.

19 December 2025

Woodworm in the house: small beetle, major damage

The blog discusses the dangers of woodworm infestations in homes, explaining their life cycle, potential structural damage, and treatment options, while emphasizing the importance of early detection and the role of Homekeur BV in providing building inspections to ensure home safety and stability.

19 December 2025

Making your home more sustainable often results in lower monthly costs

The blog discusses how homeowners can make their homes more sustainable to reduce energy costs and increase property value, emphasizing the importance of energy labels and how Homekeur assists in determining these labels.

19 December 2025

Mastic roofing: nostalgia or still relevant?

The blog discusses the characteristics, drawbacks, and future considerations of mastic roofing, an outdated roofing material commonly found on older buildings, and advises on its inspection and potential replacement with modern materials for better safety and sustainability.

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19 December 2025

Differences in energy labels within the same apartment complex explained

The blog explains how energy labels for apartments can vary significantly within a building due to factors like location and construction, and offers strategies to improve energy efficiency and achieve a better label, which can lead to lower costs, increased comfort, and higher property value.

19 December 2025

Career change? Six reasons to become a building inspector!

The blog promotes a career change to becoming a building inspector, highlighting the growing demand, job variety, and independence the role offers, and encourages readers to enroll in Homekeur Academy's training program to start this new career path.

19 December 2025

Energy label requirement for monuments from 2026: what now?

The blog discusses the upcoming mandatory energy labeling requirement for listed buildings starting in May 2026, as part of the European EPBD IV directive, and offers guidance on how to prepare for this change and enhance the sustainability of such properties without compromising their historical value.

19 December 2025

Should you inspect a house yourself or hire a professional? 7 Risks of an Untrained Eye

The blog emphasizes the importance of hiring a professional building inspector to identify hidden structural defects in a home, which untrained buyers might miss, ensuring a well-informed and safe purchasing decision.

18 December 2025

Video building inspection

We encounter all sorts of things during our building inspections. In this blog post, we'll share a few highlights, and on our YouTube channel, you'll find the most striking and informative practical examples.

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18 December 2025

Building report – What is it?

A building inspection report provides insight into the technical condition of a home and reveals hidden defects. At Homekeur, after a thorough inspection, you'll receive a clear and reliable report from an expert inspector.

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Homekeur is the leading specialist in building inspections, energy labels, and measurement reports. With an extensive and growing national network of our own trained and expert inspectors, you, as the client, are guaranteed a smooth process and a report you can trust. This way, you can confidently make the right decision!

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