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Bathroom sealing is often outdated

When buying a home, everything might seem perfect on the surface, but hidden issues like poor caulking in wet areas can lead to mold, leaks, and costly repairs. A professional building inspection can uncover these hidden problems, ensuring your investment is safe and saving you from unexpected expenses down the line.

At first glance, everything seems fine. The house you're considering buying looks neat, and even the bathroom and kitchen are exactly to your liking. However, some caution is advised. Even if the bathroom or kitchen is completely to your liking, it's important to check that the caulking in the wet areas actually meets the requirements.

The importance of good sealing work

Caulking in wet areas isn't just for a nice finish; it also prevents mold and leaks. Especially in bathrooms, caulking is exposed to a lot of water, limescale, and soap residue every day, which takes a significant toll on it. It should be replaced regularly, and who's to say this has actually been done in this house?

Consequences of poor sealing work

Poor or leaking caulking often has serious consequences and can also be costly. Therefore, a professional building inspection beforehand is essential. Insurers will not cover the consequences of leaks if the caulking is found to be deferred.

In addition, proper sealing work is essential for hygiene in your wet room and prevents health problems that can arise from mold.

Expert check a requirement

It's also possible that the sealant is in good condition at the time of the inspection, but hasn't been for some time. The previously outdated sealant may have caused significant damage that isn't visible to you.

Where can you expect additional costs?

So, there are plenty of reasons to have a building inspection performed. Experts can check the current caulking, but also see the results of maintenance over the past few years. A building inspection allows you to see exactly how the various aspects of your potential future home are assessed, so you know exactly where you can expect additional costs. Don't take any risks and request a building inspection yourself; feel free to inquire about the options.

Would you like to make an appointment for a building inspection?

The cost of a building inspection (up to 250 m²) is only €489 including VAT. We'll conduct a comprehensive building inspection and you'll receive a building report. Do you have any questions? We're happy to help and can schedule an appointment with an expert inspector right away if you wish!

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