Regardless of whether your house is new or old, a building inspection reveals many issues - some more significant than others. If you wait for the buyer's inspector to discover these problems, it could result in a considerable decrease in the already negotiated price, or worse – the cancellation of the purchase offer.
To avoid unpleasant surprises, it is recommended to consult a building inspector before putting the house on the market.
You may have noticed white stains on the brick of your external walls, but you believe this doesn't affect the integrity of the siding. Don't be mistaken, a competent inspector might detect a serious issue of water infiltration affecting the structure of the exterior wall.
White powder on the concrete at the base of the walls in the basement. No matter, it doesn't bother you because it has been there for a long time, the foundation is in good condition, and you've never had any leaks... Well, the buyer's inspector might recommend checking and replacing the foundation drain.
Incorrectly installed flashing. The reverse slope causes water to accumulate near the masonry, which facilitates infiltrations through the mortar joints.
You've installed an elastomeric membrane on your roof, and you were told that it lasts for 30 years. Indeed, it's a good quality membrane. However, under certain conditions, such as an inadequate roof slope and water accumulation on the covering or folds in the membrane that appeared during installation, the lifespan of the covering will be considerably reduced.