Foundation quality has a major influence on property value

When you're looking to buy a home, you want to be sure it's in the condition you expect. Unfortunately, not everything can be readily seen during a viewing. Cracks in the walls or damp patches on the ceilings are clear indicators, but not all problems are so obvious. For example, foundation issues are much harder to spot during a viewing. When you have a building inspection carried out by Homekeur, you'll receive a building report from us, including all our findings and recommendations. Are there any problems with the property? We'll provide clarity, including any potential costs to fix them. You'll know exactly what you're buying and what to expect.

The quality of the foundations of many homes in the Netherlands is completely unknown, which is worrying. For every 200 homes, the condition of the foundations is known for only 5. A relatively large number of homes in the Netherlands were built before 1970, and it's known that the foundations of these homes are often suboptimal. It's estimated that more than a million homes built before 1970 in the Netherlands already have foundation problems or will develop them in the relatively short term. A poor foundation can lead to subsidence and should therefore always be addressed.

A large proportion of buyers are unaware of the possibility of a poor foundation. However, there's certainly a risk that the foundation isn't of optimal quality, with all the ensuing consequences. Do you need to have the foundation repaired? The investment can easily range between €50,000 and €100,000. The quality of the foundation significantly impacts the property's value. If a home's foundation has just been repaired, and is therefore of good quality, the selling price will be an average of 2 percent higher. If there are foundation problems, and are these disclosed by the buyer when selling the property, the selling price will be an average of 12 percent lower.

If foundation problems come to light before the property is purchased, this will affect the selling price. On average, the price will be 12 percent lower, which in most cases equates to the cost of repairing the foundation. Therefore, don't take any risks and have a building inspection performed by Homekeur. We offer clarity, so you can avoid unexpectedly high costs. Schedule an appointment today or contact us for more information and advice without obligation.

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!