Landed homes are bigger and more varied than flats. A terrace, semi-detached house or bungalow can have several floors, more bathrooms, outdoor areas and years of additions and alterations. That means more places for defects to hide, and more at stake if they’re missed.
We inspect landed homes for owners collecting a newly built house, buyers looking at a resale property, and families finishing a major renovation or rebuild. Every landed property is different, so we quote each job separately.
Pricing
| Service | What’s included | Price |
|---|
| Landed property inspection | Inspection of the agreed areas of the house, with a defect report | Quote-based Contact us for a quote |
| RICS-certified inspector | Add-on for owners who want a RICS-certified professional | Extra charge |
To quote accurately, we need the property type (terrace, corner terrace, semi-D, bungalow), the number of storeys and bathrooms, the approximate built-up area, and whether it’s a new handover, a resale purchase or a post-renovation check. See our
price list for our other services.
Who this is for
New landed homes from a developer
If you bought a new landed home from a licensed housing developer, the standard Sale and Purchase Agreement gives you a 12-month Defects Liability Period (DLP). The developer must fix a notified defect within one month. If it doesn’t, you can give further notice with a contractor’s quote, and after 14 days have the work done yourself and recover the cost. Check the DLP start date in your own agreement; our
DLP guide explains how it’s worked out. A thorough inspection early in the DLP gives you the full list to send.
Resale landed purchases
Like other resale property, landed homes are sold as they are (
caveat emptor). An inspection before you commit shows you the condition of the house and what repairs to budget for. See also
resale home inspection.
After A&A works, rebuilds or renovation
When your contractor hands over after additions and alterations (A&A), a rebuild or a major renovation, an independent check helps you raise defects before the final payment. See
post-renovation inspection.
What we check
We use the same three-part scope as in all our inspections, applied across every floor of the house.
Architectural
- Ceiling seepage: staining or damp patches, including below bathrooms and upper-floor wet areas.
- Wall and floor cracks: location and extent, noted room by room.
- Hollow tiles: indoors and in covered outdoor areas.
- Fixtures and fittings: doors, windows, sliding doors, staircases and railings, built-in carpentry and sanitary fittings.
Mechanical
- Piping condition: visible pipework and connections.
- Water pressure and drainage: taps, showers and floor traps on each level.
- Water ponding: wet areas, balconies and covered outdoor areas.
Electrical
- Electrical points: switches and sockets throughout the house.
- Appliances: testing of fitted appliances that can be run on the day.
Roofs, external walls and outdoor areas: Structural concerns: our inspection records visible cracks and signs of distress. It isn’t a structural engineering assessment. If we see something that needs an engineer’s opinion, we’ll say so in the report.
Landed inspection checklist
Before or during an inspection, it helps to check:
- [ ] Ceilings below every upper-floor bathroom for stains or damp
- [ ] Staircase: railing firmness, step finishes, cracks at landings
- [ ] Every bathroom: ponding, sealant, flushing, water pressure
- [ ] Balconies and terraces: fall towards drains, tile condition
- [ ] Doors and windows on every level: operation, locks, sealant
- [ ] Switches and sockets on every floor
- [ ] Signs of past repairs, such as patched paint or replaced tiles, that may hide old problems
For more tips, read
essential property inspection tips for landed homeowners.
Preparing for the inspection
- Turn on water and electricity so we can test flow, drainage and electrical points on every level.
- Make every room reachable, including stores, roof terraces and service areas you want included.
- Have your documents ready: the developer’s handover pack or defect form for a new home, or your contractor’s scope of works after A&A or renovation.
- Allow enough time. Multi-storey homes take longer, and it’s worth walking through the findings together at the end.
Our process
- WhatsApp us with the property type, size, number of storeys and the reason for the inspection.
- Get a quote: we confirm the scope and price before booking. Contact us for a quote
- Inspection: we work through the house floor by floor and talk you through the findings.
- Report: you get a defect report to send to the developer or contractor, or to use in your purchase decision.
- Follow-up: offsite consultation stays available after the job.
Why Easy Inspection
- More than 2,000 home inspections completed
- 356 Google reviews, rated 5 stars
- Full-time inspectors only
- RICS-certified inspector available at an extra charge
- Unlimited rescheduling
Landed property inspection FAQ
How much does a landed inspection cost?
Landed homes vary too much for a single price, so we quote each one. Contact us for a quote Send us the property type, size and number of storeys on WhatsApp.
How long does a landed inspection take?
Longer than a flat, depending on size, number of floors and condition. We’ll give you an estimate when we quote.
Is this a structural inspection?
No. We inspect for defects and record visible cracks and signs of distress. For structural questions, you’d need a professional engineer. We’ll flag anything that looks like it needs one.
Do new landed homes have a DLP?
Landed homes bought new from a licensed developer under the standard Sale and Purchase Agreement come with a 12-month DLP. Check the clause in your own agreement for the start date.
Can you inspect after my A&A works?
Yes. A post-renovation-style inspection after A&A or a rebuild helps you raise defects with your contractor before the final payment.
Get a landed inspection quote
WhatsApp
+65 8098 2345 with your property type, size and reason for the inspection.
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