Points of attention when building a house with false walls

When touring a potential new home, uncovering false walls might raise eyebrows, but understanding their purpose is key to making an informed decision. Dive into the world of false walls to discover their benefits and drawbacks, and learn why a thorough building inspection is essential before purchasing a property with these intriguing features.

You've got your eye on a house, and during the viewing, you notice it has false walls. There are several reasons why a house has these walls. Having a building inspection is crucial. At Homekeur, we look not only at the reason but also whether the work has been carried out properly.

Important points of interest

If you're considering buying a house with false walls, it's important to understand why they were chosen. There are several things to consider.

Internal insulation

With false walls, you can increase your home's insulation value. The advantages are that it's considerably cheaper than insulating an exterior wall. Furthermore, in most cases, no permit is required. You can also install as much insulation as you like, and it offers better insulation than cavity wall insulation. If you don't have a cavity wall, false walls are still an option.

Disadvantages

Of course, there are not only advantages, internal insulation also has some disadvantages:

You lose interior space.
It is more expensive than wall insulation.
The space in which you work should be empty.
Cold bridges, such as those in floors and roofs, remain present.

Sound insulation

Another reason to install false walls is for sound insulation. The goal here is to dampen noise. This is often done to make the interior of a house less noisy or to dampen outside noise.

Is the house you're viewing fitted with soundproof walls? If so, be aware that those sounds will still be there. Even sitting outside in peace could become difficult.

Visual reasons

False walls are also used to conceal less attractive areas. This is a quick and easy way to make an old wall look neat and tidy again. They can also be used to conceal cables, wiring, pipes, or insulation.

If you've chosen false walls for decorative purposes, it's crucial to rule out any existing damp problems. Rising damp, for example, can cause a great deal of problems.

Have everything checked thoroughly

If you're considering buying a house with false walls, it's crucial to understand why they were installed. Therefore, be sure to have a building inspection report drawn up. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

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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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