LEARN BEFORE YOU INSPECT

Guides for
Penang home buyers.

Short, practical explainers on the questions behind every inspection — your defect liability window, the handover process, waterproofing tests and subsale purchases.

01 / NEW HOMES

Your defect window,
explained.

Defect liability period in Malaysia

What the 24-month defect liability period means for new homes, when it starts, and how to use it well.

VP handover checklist

A step-by-step checklist for collecting keys to your new Penang home — from documents to defect submission.

02 / DEEPER CHECKS

Beyond the
visible surface.

Ponding tests explained

How a ponding test checks bathroom and balcony waterproofing, what it needs, and when to request one.

Subsale home inspection

Why a pre-purchase inspection matters for older properties, and what to look for before you sign.

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THE INSPECT GUYS / REPORT FORMAT

ILLUSTRATIVE PREVIEW

The finding is only
the beginning.

Your actual report is specific to your property. This example shows how a finding can be organised for clear follow-up.

EXAMPLE FINDING 01

Floor finish — living area

Location
Living area, beside the balcony entrance.
Observation
Example: visible chip to a floor tile edge.
Evidence
Annotated site photographs identify the affected area and detail.
Priority & next step
Severity is assessed on site. Record the finding for review and agree any rectification with the responsible party.

This is a format demonstration, not a completed client report or an assessment of the concept property shown on this website.

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