If you own a home, you know there’s always something to maintain or repair. Stay with us as we look at how a maintenance inspection can be an important tool in keeping your home in better shape, for longer.

Indeed, while a home is often a valuable and rewarding investment, it can also be tedious to ensure that every element of the house is working as it should. That’s why it’s always a good idea to hire a home inspector! Yes, you heard me right. Contrary to what we often hear, inspections are not only useful during the home-buying process.

On the contrary, a home maintenance inspection is an essential tool for anyone wishing to obtain an accurate, complete and professional picture of their home’s condition. In fact, it’s such an important exercise that many associations and organizations recommend calling in the services of a professional home inspector for a maintenance inspection every 3 or 5 years, depending on the age of the building.

And the reason for this is simple:

Too often, we don’t realize that something is wrong until it’s too late. When the roof starts leaking, an obsolete pipe ruptures or a termite infestation causes costly structural damage. A regular preventive home inspection can help nip many household problems in the bud, which could save you a lot of money. After all, isn’t there a saying that prevention is better than cure?
Inspecting your home before you face major repairs can save you more money than you think. Imagine your electrical wiring is too old, or one of your faucets is leaking. You could be losing hundreds of euros in electricity costs every year for years to come, while a regular inspection will identify inefficiencies in your home’s systems. The inspector will suggest easy, realistic solutions.

And let’s not forget that a visit from an inspector after the work has been completed will ensure that the work has been carried out according to the rules of the trade, and that you’ve received the service and quality you paid for. After all, if contractors can do it, why can’t you?
Well, yes, our inspectors are often called upon to carry out inspections for contractors. This allows them to get a better idea of the building before they even start work, which in turn helps them to avoid schedule delays due to unforeseen circumstances. With an accurate and complete picture drawn up by an impartial inspector, it becomes much simpler for them to plan interventions efficiently and minimize cost overruns. As a result, they inspire confidence in their customers, avoid the costs associated with slowing down the progress of work, and are able to work more efficiently thanks to a better knowledge of the building.

By getting into the habit of scheduling regular maintenance inspections, you can ensure that your property is kept in good condition and is safe for you and your family now, and for a long time to come!