Drain checks should be a vital part of your due diligence when considering whether to buy a property. You undertake structural checks to make sure that the building is sound. All electricals and wiring are checked to make sure they are functioning properly and safely. Just as important is making sure that the drainage system is in good repair and working order. And yet, many seem either forget or ignore this process.
Read on for our guide to why drain checks are so important for prospective homeowners. And, why you always have one done before buying a property.
Bargaining Power
A full and comprehensive understanding of the property you may be buying is essential to proper bargaining.
A home with poor drainage is, naturally, worth less money. Prospective homebuyers who schedule drain checks will accomplish one of two things. They will either find that the home is as perfect working order as the seller claims. This is good to know and confirms that you are getting your money’s worth. If that isn’t the case, they will confirm that the seller has misrepresented their property. In doing so, they have, knowingly or not, attempted to leave you to foot the bills for all repairs needed.
If they have misled you, this will strengthen your position at the negotiating table. You will be able to pressure the seller into having the repairs done themselves. Or, you could even force them to reduce the asking price for the house by a potentially significant amount.
All of this, in turn, strengthens your position at the negotiating table.
Drain Checks: Finance
You don’t just save money during the negotiation process when buying a house. You also save additional money on the cost of repairs.
Damage to a drainage system can be extensive and invisible while being shown around a house. Making sure that it has been professionally checked dodges certain financial pitfalls. You can avoid spending so much money on a house, only to find yourself with additional expenses.
With proper drain checks, you can pressure the seller to perform the repairs themselves. Then, they should pay for another check for good measure. Alternatively, you can negotiate a reduction in the price of the house. Not only would this save you from losing money, but it could also actually be to your profit, depending on how well you negotiate.
Health And Safety
A poor drainage system can lead to dampness, mould, and vermin, and could even endanger the structure of a house itself. Don’t allow yourself to be sold a home that could endanger you and the people you live with.
Contact Us
Looking for a reliable company to perform drain checks on a home you’re thinking of buying? Contact Drains2Flow today for an expert and experienced team of professionals. We take pride in our comprehensive property inspections that reveal any and all drainage issues.
Get in touch today for more information, or to book an appointment.