Steve Kay - Director of Affairs for South Africa
Whether intended for you, or for a rental tenant, the purchase will certainly be exciting, and probably daunting, as the possibilities present themselves:
The house looks amazing – but what about the things that I can’t see? What are the hidden costs? What if I buy someone else’s problem?
With advanced equipment and 35 years’ general home inspection experience to hand, proprietor Stephen Kay and his agents will detect hidden problems and present them to you in a clear and objective manner, along with the positive aspects of your intended purchase.
Beware The “Voetstoots” Or “As Is” Clause
How many prospective buyers are aware that they sign their rights away when they sign the “Offer to Purchase” agreement, which includes the “Voetstoots” or “As Is” clause.
This clause is designed to protect the Estate Agents in regards to the Consumer Protection Act.
According to the Law Society of South Africa, 98% of Estate Agents put this clause into their agreements, and the buyer is well within their rights to have it excluded from the “Offer to Purchase.”
Please put the responsibility back onto the Estate Agent.
Please click the link to see the “Disclaimer” put forward from the EAAB. We see this as another “get out” clause once again safeguarding the Estate Agent.
It would still be advisable to have a home inspection on your property as this will probably be the biggest purchase that you will ever make.
What you get with our home inspection service:
- Peace of mind
- An unbiased opion on the condition of the property
- Photographic report plus a written report
- Protection from unscrupulous sellers
- Maintaining ethical and technical standards
- To protect buyers and estate agents from unethical practises
“Few would risk buying a pre-used car without an automobile inspection so why risk your life savings on a property that you can’t be sure about? We provide the best home inspection service in South Africa!”
