{"id":4386,"date":"2026-07-07T23:59:55","date_gmt":"2026-07-07T23:59:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.premacg.com\/resources\/?post_type=blogs&#038;p=4386"},"modified":"2026-07-22T09:25:08","modified_gmt":"2026-07-22T09:25:08","slug":"pre-purchase-building-assessment","status":"publish","type":"blogs","link":"https:\/\/www.premacg.com\/resources\/blogs\/pre-purchase-building-assessment\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Buyers Need a Pre-Purchase Building Assessment"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"4386\" class=\"elementor elementor-4386\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-edfb00c e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"edfb00c\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6a47185 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"6a47185\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7e08dff elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"7e08dff\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"shortcode.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-shortcode\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-befda66 elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"befda66\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"shortcode.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-shortcode\"><p>No blog post found.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b025114 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b025114\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Purchasing property is one of the most important financial investments that an individual can make in his\/her life. The hidden flaws in any type of real estate, whether it is a residential building, commercial structure, or investment property, can pose problems for the buyer when it comes to repair works and other related expenses. That is why a <\/span><b>pre-purchase building assessment <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is so important in this process.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prema\u2019s professional assessment gives an insight into the current condition of the property. Our company, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premacg.com\/\"><b>Prema Consulting Group<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, helps our clients gain full confidence in their investments.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This blog talks about the reasons why property buyers should go for a building assessment before purchase.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h2>What Is a Pre-Purchase Building Assessment?\u00a0<\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A pre-purchase building inspection is a comprehensive process aimed at evaluating the condition of a property before the purchase is finalized. The inspection centers on detecting any existing issues related to the state of the structure.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This inspection is not simply a walk-through but a comprehensive procedure carried out by professionals familiar with building structures and materials. The result of the inspection is provided in the form of an extensive report.<\/span><\/p><h2>Why is a Property Buying Inspection Important?\u00a0<\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The issues associated with properties do not present themselves during ordinary viewings. Sometimes, superficial cosmetic adjustments hide potential issues that would need a lot of fixing in the future.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A thorough assessment of the property will bring out issues like:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cracks in the building structure and settlement<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Damage to the roof and water infiltration<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Issues with the foundation<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Issues with the electricity and plumbing<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deterioration caused by moisture<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Building code violation issues<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Occupants&#8217; safety issues<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This makes it easier for one to evaluate the worth of the property.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h2>How Property-buying Inspection Helps Buyers:\u00a0<\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assessing a building\u2019s present condition helps you to be aware of its real value and future risks. Here is how the pre-purchase building assessment helps property buyers to secure peace of mind and ROI.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h4><strong>Protect Your Financial Investment<\/strong><\/h4><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The purchase of properties always involves spending large sums of money. Finding major defects after you have completed the deal may lead to costly repairs, which will affect both your budget and the profits you expect to make.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The pre-purchase assessment of buildings is important for the buyer because it will help him or her to:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Save on unforeseen repair costs<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have an idea of the future maintenance needs<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Negotiate repair costs from the seller<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make informed purchase decisions<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decrease investment risks<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h4><b>Assess your Building to Gain Stronger Negotiating Power <\/b><\/h4><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspection results can be a valuable tool in negotiating purchases. In the case of finding serious problems, buyers may demand that the problems be fixed, reduce the purchasing price, or demand other compromises.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The detailed report by the Prema Consulting Group will provide buyers with the necessary documentation of the building&#8217;s problems.<\/span><\/p><h4><b>Identify Safety Concerns Early <\/b><\/h4><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safety must always be one of the major considerations when buying a property. There could be some problems that may cause dangers to the residents and need to be addressed immediately.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some common safety problems are:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Structure is not stable<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Damaged staircases and handrails<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Electricity problem<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infiltration of water<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fire safety problems<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspection of the property prior to buying helps determine such safety problems.<\/span><\/p><h4><b>Inform about the Property&#8217;s Maintenance Needs <\/b><\/h4><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every building needs regular maintenance to operate safely and effectively. A complete evaluation offers information on the present status as well as future maintenance issues.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The buyer can use this information to:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Budget for future maintenance expenses<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prioritize maintenance projects<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Predict ownership costs<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid unforeseen maintenance costs<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Such a long-term view is particularly useful for business property owners and property managers.<\/span><\/p><h4><b>Assess Structural Integrity <\/b><\/h4><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Defects in the structure may affect the value and safety of the building. Foundation movement, settlement, cracks, and frame problems are not easy to see without professional help.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A pre-purchase evaluation examines the building structure and any signs of potential dangers. It will prevent expensive structural repairs for the buyer in the future.<\/span><\/p><h4><b>Make Informed Purchasing Decisions <\/b><\/h4><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps the biggest advantage of a professional evaluation lies in confidence. Purchasers can get an impartial view of the status of the property without having to depend solely on its appearance or the disclosure by the seller.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The data obtained through the property purchase inspection allows the purchasers to:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feel confident<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Order additional expert assessments if necessary<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scrutinize potentially risky ventures<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plan their finances in advance<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Information is a very important factor in decision-making regarding property issues.<\/span><\/p><h2>Why Choose Prema Consulting Group?\u00a0<\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Prema Consulting Group offers <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premacg.com\/building-inspection-services\/\"><b>building inspection services<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that aim to assist clients in making wise investment decisions. Our experts perform inspections that help in identifying any risks associated with a particular building.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our primary aim is to ensure our clients&#8217; investments are safe from losses. So, we use our expertise, experience, and insights to provide detailed and accurate pre-purchase building assessments service along with a wide range of other inspection, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premacg.com\/design-and-consulting-services\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">design, and consulting services<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h2>Conclusion<\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting a pre-purchase building assessment is an important process for any person looking to buy a property. It helps to identify any underlying problems with the property and makes it easier for the buyer to negotiate.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Through getting a property buying inspection, the buyer is able to know more about the property and what it entails. At Prema Consulting Group, we help you to be well-informed before you invest in a property.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e18bdf0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"e18bdf0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">FAQs <\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-34a21e0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-eael-adv-accordion\" data-id=\"34a21e0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"eael-adv-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t            <div class=\"eael-adv-accordion\" id=\"eael-adv-accordion-34a21e0\" data-scroll-on-click=\"no\" data-scroll-speed=\"300\" data-accordion-id=\"34a21e0\" data-accordion-type=\"accordion\" data-toogle-speed=\"300\">\n            <div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"what-is-meant-by-a-pre-purchase-building-inspection\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-5511\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">What is meant by a pre-purchase building inspection?<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-5511\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" aria-labelledby=\"what-is-meant-by-a-pre-purchase-building-inspection\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It refers to an assessment of a building done prior to the completion of the purchase process.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"why-do-i-need-a-property-purchasing-inspection\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"2\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-5512\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Why do I need a property purchasing inspection?<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-5512\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"2\" aria-labelledby=\"why-do-i-need-a-property-purchasing-inspection\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The inspection can reveal hidden defects and safety risks that are otherwise not visible during a routine visitation.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"is-a-pre-purchase-building-inspection-useful-in-negotiations\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"3\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-5513\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Is a pre-purchase building inspection useful in negotiations?<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-5513\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"3\" aria-labelledby=\"is-a-pre-purchase-building-inspection-useful-in-negotiations\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, findings from the inspection will aid in negotiations and other terms of purchase.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"what-kind-of-problems-do-inspections-reveal\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"4\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-5514\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">What kind of problems do inspections reveal?<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-5514\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"4\" aria-labelledby=\"what-kind-of-problems-do-inspections-reveal\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There are a variety of issues that include structural cracks, roof damage, water leakage, and electrical faults, among others, that inspections can reveal.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"when-should-a-pre-purchase-building-inspection-be-carried-out\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"5\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-5515\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">When should a pre-purchase building inspection be carried out?<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg 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