Building inspection

Building inspection and pre-purchase survey

Know what you buy or own: visible defects, maintenance risks and points of attention clearly listed.

In short

The essentials at a glance

A building inspection (bouwkundige keuring) maps the condition of a home or building: visible defects, moisture, roof, facade, window frames, foundation signals and installations, with an estimate of maintenance needs. Buyers use the report to negotiate, owners to plan maintenance. At Hasibo an inspection costs from €425 including VAT.

Price: from €425 incl. VAT
For: buyers, sellers, owners, investors
Properties: homes, apartments, commercial buildings
Result: report with defects and priorities

Clear prices

Fixed prices including VAT, no hidden costs.

Apartment

€425

Terraced or corner house

€475

Detached house

€550

All prices include VAT (BTW).

What do we check?

Roof, gutters and roofing
Facades, pointing, window frames and glazing
Moisture, mould and signs of leakage
Floors, crawl space and visible foundation signals
Installations: heating, electrics, ventilation and water (visual)
Insulation and energy performance, with an energy label where useful

When should you get an inspection?

Before buying a home: know what you are getting into and negotiate with facts.
Before selling: prepare a complete property file.
Before a renovation or rental: decide which maintenance comes first.
When managing several properties: create a maintenance priority list.

The report

You receive a clear report with photos, the defects found, their urgency and an indication of the repair. You see at a glance what needs attention now and what can wait.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the questions we are asked most about this topic.

1. How much does a building inspection cost?

At Hasibo a building inspection costs €425 for an apartment, €475 for a terraced or corner house and €550 for a detached house, including VAT.

2. What is the difference between an inspection and an energy label?

An inspection looks at the structural condition and defects. An energy label looks at energy performance. Want both? Combine them in one visit.

3. How long does an inspection take?

An average home takes about one and a half to two hours on site. The report follows shortly after.

4. Can I join the inspection?

Yes, we recommend it, so we can explain findings on the spot.

Last updated: 7 October 2026 · by Hasibo Ingenieurs & Adviesbureau