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Property viewings: What to look out for?

Last updated: 1. June 2020 | Reading time: 1 minute

Before buying a property, the building’s structural condition and building services should be checked thoroughly. In the case of houses, the building must be inspected thoroughly from the outside. Are the façade, windows and doors in good condition? Are any repairs needed?

Modernisation

Is a refurbishment of the kitchen, bathroom or guest toilet necessary? When buying an existing property, you should always seek advice from a specialist who can provide a realistic estimate of the costs involved in refurbishment and modernisation.

Information on living space

A survey carried out by an estate agent or an architect will help you to verify the actual living and usable areas. At RIEDEL Immobilien, all floor plans are re-measured and redrawn by our in-house architect.

Cellar

Damp in the cellar is one of the most difficult problems to identify. Without expert help, it is very difficult to resolve the issue, and damp in the cellar usually recurs at irregular intervals.

Building services

In addition to the heating system, the entire plumbing and electrical wiring must be inspected. Under the Energy Saving Ordinance (EnEV), old boilers must be replaced when the property is sold.

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