Introduction Buying a home constitutes a significant investment and understanding the condition of the property you’re interested in remains crucial. Home inspectors play a vital role in this process by providing detailed insights into the structural integrity,...
In the last week, we saw a case where a property seller was instructed to compensate the buyer for roof repairs in the amount of more than R400 000.00 based on deliberately withholding knowledge and fraudulent non-disclosure on the part of the seller. The link:...
Moisture Intrusion and Your Home Owning a property can have a major impact on your financial well-being, so it is vital to look past the cosmetics of the property and get down to the integrity of the components that make up the property. On the surface, a home could...
A home inspection report sets both buyers and sellers on edge. It may feel like the buyer has the upper hand, but everyone involved is eager for this part of the sale to go well and understand its value in the process. In fact, 90% of homeowners believe that home...
SAFETY GUIDELINES FOR HOMEOWNERS WITH GAS HEATERS At this time of the year when we experience the cold winter in the air, many of us reach for the ignition switch on our gas heaters. However, it is essential to first take the time to make sure that we know our safety...
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE OF RAINWATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS Many home maintenance plans tend to neglect the rainwater management system. Regular waterproofing maintenance can prevent costly and unnecessary repairs in the future. There are a number of components to the...
Owning a property can have a major impact on your financial well-being, so it is vital to look past the cosmetics of the property and get down to the integrity of the components that make up the property. On the surface, a home could be stunning, but there might be...
When buying a home, most home buyers look for specific features like a big kitchen, inviting backyard with a swimming pool, carports and more. But there’s something else that wise buyers should add to their checklist: “a foundation that is in good condition” Buying a...