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Buying a house with a balcony: 4 points to consider

If you're eyeing a house with a charming concrete balcony, beware: hidden dangers could lurk beneath its surface, threatening your dream home with instability and safety risks. Discover how a professional inspection can reveal crucial insights, ensuring your dream home remains a secure haven.

Perhaps you've finally found your dream home on Funda. It looks beautiful and meets all your needs. Plenty of rooms and a lovely balcony where you can enjoy the fresh air. That all sounds great, but that balcony still raises alarm bells. Be extra vigilant if you're considering buying a house with a concrete balcony.

You might remember the tragic incidents where balconies or walkways collapsed. The thought of your new balcony being unsafe is undesirable. Yet, it happens more often than you think. We'd like to offer a few pointers.

Safe balcony

A safe balcony isn't just about the concrete. Loose tile flooring is also dangerous. Therefore, always listen carefully to the tiles to see if they're loose. Also check the gate. Is it still secure or does it need replacing? Finally, it's important to check the drainage.

Safety through expertise

A balcony always needs to be inspected. An expert inspection can provide clarity on whether your balcony is safe or not. Therefore, always request a structural inspection if you've set your sights on a house with a balcony or walkway. The balcony may be neatly painted, but the first priority is the interior. With a building inspection report in hand, you can confidently determine whether it will indeed be your future dream home.

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