- Home inspection articlesOriginal articles on home inspection and construction defects for apartment buyers, owners and building committees in Israel.
- Construction defects in a new buildingConstruction defects in a new building are common and worth catching early. Real, photographed examples from Ron Arad's inspections.
- Construction defects: cracks in walls and what lies between themWhy cracks appear in a new house's walls, who is responsible for fixing them, and how a home inspection uncovers the cause.
- Real estate and home inspectionWhy an income property still needs a home inspection and a professional appraisal before you buy, and where tax benefits fit into the decision.
- Home inspection and renovationsA short guide to renovating without construction defects: the contract, planning, and inspecting the work when it's done.
- Home inspection: my personal experienceMoving apartments involves many expenses, and trying to save on hiring an engineer to locate construction defects often does not pay off.
- Independent construction or a ready-made real estate projectBuild it yourself or buy into a project? The tradeoffs, and a real case showing why a home inspection matters either way.
- Real-estate appraiser: certification and areas of responsibilityA real-estate appraiser values properties, handles real-estate taxation, and manages compensation claims for loss of value.
- Leak detection by a home inspection engineerHow a home inspection engineer uses a thermal camera to find hidden leaks before they turn into major damage.
- My home is my castleConstruction defects that surface after you buy an apartment can cause real anguish. A specialist engineer can help you resolve it.
- Home inspection and domestic harmonyHow can construction defects be related to communication problems between spouses?
- What to check in a new apartmentA new apartment can suffer from many construction defects related to its physical and engineering condition.
- Home inspection promotes peace at homeDiagnosing construction defects gives the repair scope, their source, a cost estimate and a true picture of the property before you buy.
- Home inspection: what and whyIf you suspect construction defects such as cracks, dampness or crooked flooring, an expert engineer can find them and propose the fix.
- What a home inspection revealsWhat are the main construction defects revealed during a building inspection?
- Home inspection before moving into an apartmentLearn why it is important to have a home inspection done on a resale apartment you are moving to, before finalizing the moving date.
- What a modern home inspection coversWhat a building inspection for an apartment covers, and what it is meant to achieve.
- The contractor is not meeting its commitmentsWhat to do when a contractor breaks its promises: how a home inspection report documents the gap and backs up a claim against the contractor.
- Waterproofer or leak detection expert: what's the differenceWhen you have a water leak, who should you call: a waterproofer or a leak detection expert?
- Home inspection: behind the scenes of your homeWhat a professional home inspection in Israel actually covers, and why the contractor's legally required check isn't enough on its own.
- Home inspection before buying real estateInspecting for construction defects before buying real estate is a smart move that can save you future repair costs.
- Photographing homes to document structural problemsWhy photographs of construction defects are part of every home inspection report, and how they hold up as evidence.
- Resale real estate: what buyers should checkWhat to check before buying a resale apartment in Israel, from construction defects to legal and ownership risks.
- Home inspection: required before buying any apartmentNot sure whether to order a construction defect engineer before buying an apartment?
- Photographing and documenting construction defectsConstruction defects in new apartments should be photographed and documented so they can be proven in court and repairs or compensation demanded.
- Inspecting a resale apartment after vacatingWhat is important to know before moving into a resale apartment.
- Neighborhood home inspection: profiling the area you'll live inA home inspection doesn't stop at the building: a neighborhood check profiles the area, transport, schools and services around it.
- A home inspection so you feel at homeWhat a home inspection uncovers before an apartment or house purchase in Israel, from structural defects to leaks and unsafe wiring.
- Construction defects and loss of apartment valueHow construction defects, from unfixable flaws to regulation changes, can lower an apartment's value, and what buyers can do about it.
- Home inspection basic factsA construction defects engineer examines whether the apartment matches the specification and identifies defects and hazards.
- How to identify construction defects?How construction defects show up in a home, how a professional inspection finds them, and why the contractor must fix them.
- You can stop the damage in resale apartmentsWhat to check in a resale apartment: aesthetic defects that are simple to fix, and engineering defects that are not always so easy.
- Home inspection that works for youAn expert construction defects engineer works for you: a detailed report assessing damage and repair options.
- How we found construction defects in our new apartmentA homeowner's story: a home inspection turns up construction defects in a new apartment and wins compensation from the contractor.
- Choosing who performs your home inspectionCertification, experience and scope: what to check before choosing who performs your home inspection.
- Home inspection for peace of mindA meticulous home inspection uncovers construction defects before you buy, so you can negotiate from an informed position.
- Home inspection for a safe apartmentHow do we ensure our precious apartment is free of construction and safety defects? Arad Bedek Bayit: building inspection, construction defects.
- What are construction defects?Under Israel's Sale (Apartments) Law contractors must fix construction defects, yet many residents miss out from not knowing this.
- Home inspection before moving to a new apartmentA home inspection before you move surfaces safety and cosmetic defects alike, so you decide based on the property's real condition, not guesswork.
- Construction defects and consumer awarenessExpert engineers check apartments against the technical specification and plans, comparing the work to planning and building regulations.
- Lawsuits against a building contractorA renovation contractor can cause construction defects and damage that sometimes leave no choice but to file a compensation lawsuit.
- Home inspection for real estateHow an engineering building inspection helps you evaluate a real estate property in Israel before you buy it.
- A bit about home inspectionThe growth of the building inspection industry benefits residents nationwide, pushing contractors toward better fixes for construction defects.
- The importance of a home inspectionHow can you know whether your apartment has construction defects? Learn about sealing, insulation, cracks, windows and infrastructure problems.
- Installation is no less importantIn a new apartment it is important that the installation of hardware fitting products be done correctly.
- Inspecting a resale houseA home inspection before buying a resale house can spare you a nightmare of repairs, renovations and lawsuits after you move in.
- The home inspection processThe home inspection process step by step: free advice, the engineer's visit, the report within a week, dealing with the contractor and, if needed, court.
- Neighbor and living environment profile reportA pre-purchase report on neighbors, building condition and the surrounding area for resale apartment and house buyers in Israel.
- What to demand from a home inspection engineerYou've hired an engineer to find construction defects: what should you expect from him?
- What a home inspection isA home inspection engineer checks a home's structure, systems and condition before you buy, renovate or assess damage.
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