Dec 7, 2018 | Home Inspections, Property Practitioners Bill, Selling Property
The long-awaited Property Practitioners Bill intended to transform the property market was passed in Parliament this week.
Dec 1, 2018 | Buying Property, Home Inspections, Property Practitioners Bill
Some of the proposed changes are positive and others will, inevitably, be contentious. These are some of the most dramatic changes to the regulatory framework currently in existence. Who or what is a “property practitioner”? The definition of “estate agent” in the...
Sep 20, 2018 | Signs and Symptoms
By knowing the potential complications that can arise in your home from flooding and leaks, you can be better prepared to deal with them effectively. Signs and symptoms of mould Allergic reactions, such as sneezing, congestion or runny nose. Mould odour, especially in...
Aug 20, 2018 | Home Repairs, Signs and Symptoms
There are a few tips and tricks that can be undertaken to ensure that your foundations of your property remain structurally sound. These tips can also be used when assessing a potential property for purchasing. Make sure your property is GRADED – at least 15cm...
Aug 17, 2018 | Home Inspections
Eric Bell (Director of Inspect-a-Home) was interviewed by Cornelius Koopman of “All about Property” on DSTV’s Home Channel (channel 176) on Monday 20 August 2018 – Sunday 26 August 2018. Eric takes Cornelius around a home that was purchased by...
Jul 23, 2018 | Building Plans, Buying Property, Home Inspections
Potential buyers need to follow a due diligence process when considering a property for purchase. 1. Building plans One of the first aspects to check is to make sure there are no illegal structures built on the property you want to buy as the responsibility for those...
Feb 8, 2018 | Home Inspections, Signs and Symptoms
Professional home inspections are a vital part of buying a home. Tony Clarke, Managing Director of the Rawson Property Group, shares his tips on spotting potential problems. These DIY checks are just the first step of the process, and should always be followed by a...
Jan 22, 2018 | Home Repairs, Signs and Symptoms
One of the worst home related nightmares for many homeowners is having their home flood. We all know how devastating a flood can be. We have seen it on the news, witnessed it within our cities, and some of us have even experienced it in our own homes. It can destroy...
Oct 1, 2017 | Buying Property, Horror Stories
There’s a huge risk in relying on a seller to disclose that a property has structural problems, as many consumers have discovered after moving in. If the roof is found to be riddled with borers (insects that damage wood), or the patio floods whenever it rains,...
Sep 14, 2016 | Buying Property, Home Inspections
By Nigel Aitken – Professional Home Inspector. The purchasing of a house regardless of its value is likely to be the most expensive purchase any individual will ever make. Therefore it makes good sense for a buyer to protect his investment by requesting an...
