9 Tips on How to Find a Beautiful House

Here are a few tips that will help you find an apartment that you will enjoy living in and consider these points as your guide.

1. The first impression

The first impression is the strongest one. Don’t forget to look at the building from all angles. Does it look well maintained? Are there any signs of construction or damage?

2. The surroundings

Pay attention to the surroundings. You don’t want to see a building in a middle of a busy traffic route. Also, note the noise level during different times of the day and night. The street level view. Take a look at the entrance door, security features, stairs, and landings. These parts can tell you a lot about how comfortable and safe you will feel in the apartment.

3. The lift

The lift is an important feature especially if you are going to carry big furniture to your apartment or you have mobility issues. Note the lift’s size, appearance, and how often it breaks down.

4. Look inside and outside

Take your time to look inside window frames, doors, walls, and attic to see what you can find. This might include plumbing, electricity, or other infrastructure systems. Later you may find leaky pipes, noisy machinery, or issues with the light levels in the apartment. Take note of the size of the apartment and compare it with the size of the apartment that you have rented before. 

5. Toilet, radiator and water pipes

Check if the toilet works properly and whether there are any leaks from the radiator or water pipes. Note that repair issues related to water are quite costly so make sure that these parts are in good condition and look after.

6. Plumbing, walls, floors, ceiling

Check the condition and style of plumbing installations, walls, floors, and ceilings' insulation; everything that has been modified or newly built. Good contractors will leave minimal signs of their work after the renovation, so you don’t have to worry about perfection after every little detail. A good contractor “builds the house back together” after the renovation, leaving as little trace of their work as possible.

7. Building materials, quality

Pay special attention to all materials that are used for the floor, walls, and ceiling; cabinets, countertops, and everything else in the kitchen. Check the quality and type of plumbing, electrical installations, and insulation. A good kitchen renovation company will replace top-quality materials and appliances after renovation even if they are in good condition. This will guarantee you many years of trouble-free cooking in the house.

8. Additional features

Beside these general checks, check if there are any additional features that you would like to have in the house such as a built-in kitchen island, smart storage solutions for your groceries, or a smart division between kitchen and dining room. 

9. Floors

It is obvious that a house with renovated wooden floors means more value for the house, but it is not a guarantee for comfortable living. Make sure that the floor has been polished properly and that there are no scratches, holes, or gaps between the tiles that can endanger your safety.

Summary

All in all, before you decide to rent, rent to own or buy a property, it is very important to look at above mentioned aspects to avoid unnecessary surprises and costs.

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Have a good house hunting!