Technical inspection in Zaandam

A technical inspection in Zaandam is also referred to as a structural or building inspection. This inspection provides insight into the technical condition of the house. Because the inspection should be performed by an independent party you can be sure that you receive an objective architectural report.

The building report produced as a result of the inspection not only provides an overview of the condition of the house but also gives an indication of possible costs. Think of costs that can be expected in both the short and long term for maintenance and renovation. Below are a number of points that are included in the architectural report.

Technical defects

During the building inspection, the inspector will look at the status of the entire house. This includes looking at possible defects. Think of leaks in the roof, the foundation of the house or mold that has affected the walls or floor. This way you will know what you need to replace or repair after the purchase of the house in Zaandam.

Cost of possible repair

When the inspection finds parts in need of repair or extra service, an indication of the costs will be given. This way you will not only know which parts need to be replaced or repaired but you will also have an idea what the additional costs will be. This cost indication can be important when considering buying a house.

Sustainability

Are you interested in sustainability or do you want to reduce your monthly costs? Then a technical inspection is also a good idea. During the inspection we also look at the sustainability of a house, the following components are important:

• Windows
• Wall insulation
• Wall insulation
• Floor insulation
• Roof insulation
• Solar panels

After the structural inspection, you will have a better idea of the current sustainability of the house and know which parts can be made more sustainable.

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Before the inspector inspects the house in Zaandam, the points to be checked are discussed. By going through the inspection points together with the inspector, you know what to expect from the architectural report and you can have any additional points checked. Below is shown which points are checked and what will be paid attention to during the architectural inspection.

NEN standard

During the technical inspection in Zaandam, we also check for compliance with NEN standards. This is a standard for determining surface and volume measurements of roofs and floors. The findings of this will also be included in the architectural report.

Although the purchase of a home involves a great financial responsibility and investment, people still regularly hesitate about having a technical inspection in Zaandam. This is because in addition to the purchase price, there are often other costs such as repair and maintenance costs. These costs are important when considering the purchase. In addition, there are many mortgage lenders who require an technical report when applying for a mortgage. This is mainly the case with first-time buyers who want to take out a mortgage with NHG, also known as a National Mortgage Guarantee.

To find a suitable inspector in Zaandam, it is good to first compare a number of inspectors with each other. The costs for a building inspection in Zaandam and the preparation of an architectural report can vary greatly. By comparing you not only know what you can expect from the costs but you do not unnecessarily spend too much money on an inspector. HuisAssist helps you compare surveyors so you can easily compare surveyors in Zaandam. By entering your details at the top of this page you will quickly and easily find an expert for a building inspection in Zaandam for your current or upcoming home.