Tips on House Structural Inspection
What is a Structural Inspection?
A construction inspection is an independent, visual inspection of an existing home that you could carry out before buying a house in the Netherlands. This inspection gives you a general idea of the structural condition of the house and insight into the costs of improving it.
Why carry out a Structural Inspection?
Whether if it is going to be an owner-occupied or rental property, a construction inspection is essential for investigating issues that a buyer might overlook at a regular visit to a house. A house inspection before buying a house could save a buyer spending money and hassle when he is at least expecting to.
Structural Inspection in 6 Steps
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Upon meeting, state any points that the structural engineer should pay extra attention to during the inspection.
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The structural engineer visually inspects the structural condition of the house, usually first inside, from top to bottom, and then outside.
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In principle, the engineer only inspects the private part of an apartment.
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The structural engineer does not drill or chop so that the owner of the house is not damaged.
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As part of the inspection, uses the structural engineer various aids and tools, such as:
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Moisture meter when there is a suspicion for moisture problems.
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A mirror to look at the bottom of doors or the top of a dormer window.
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As far as the crawl space is concerned, the structural engineer assesses this space whenever possible.
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After the structural inspection, the structural engineer draws up an extensive report containing his findings, the defects found, and the repair costs.
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