Many buyers choose to do a pre-purchase building and pest inspection. Purchasing a property is an important financial commitment, and buyers want to ensure the property they purchase doesn’t hide any surprises.
As a result, knowing buyers will do their due diligence, an increasing number of sellers also commission a pre-sale building and pest inspection. By anticipating and commissioning a licensed inspector, sellers can obtain a list of things that might be wrong with the property and have the opportunity to fix these things before the sale. Are you wondering whether it’s really necessary?
To help answer this question, we’ve listed below some of the main benefits of organising a pre-sale building and pest inspection.
Small Issues Can be Fixed
An Inspector will be able to identify and assess minor issues or imperfections such as loose roof tiles or leaking taps. This will allow you to fix these issues before the sale and ensure a smooth selling process. Besides, buyers always favour a property that has been thoroughly checked and fixed up as it will save them time, money, and hassle. It will also reassure them your property was well maintained and cared for.
Gives You Confidence over the Negotiation Process
Let’s imagine you decide not to go ahead with a pre-sale building and pest inspection, and a couple of potential buyers express their interest in the house. If they’re really interested, they’ll most likely organise their own pre-purchase building and pest inspection. Let’s assume the thorough report reveals some issues. While minor issues might not deter them from buying your property, it will certainly give your potential buyers a certain negotiation power over you.
Organising a pre-sale inspection before putting your house on the market will allow you to know exactly the current state of your home and establish a price according to the information you were provided. It can also enable you to rectify any issues prior to the sale and avoid any surprises comes the time for buyers to visit your house, thus strengthening your negotiation power and minimising stress.
Your Property Appeals to more Buyers
Most buyers want to purchase a property where no work is required. While many buyers are happy to paint the walls or replace the carpet, most of them don’t want to buy a property with major renovation work to undertake. This is especially true for the kitchen and bathroom as this type of renovations can be costly and quickly add to the initial investment.
As a result, being able to certify thanks to your pre-sale inspection that your property is damage, hazard and pest-free can be a big asset and set you apart from the competition.
Are you considering putting your property on the market? At OneHome Inspection, we specialise in pre-sale building and pest inspections and always strive to provide our customers with high-quality reports to help them fulfill their property dream. Don’t hesitate to get in touch here, as we’d love to assist you!