Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has a very active property market with a unique mix of local, mainland Spanish and other European buyers. Salt corrosion and Atlantic humidity are the most characteristic building problems of the archipelago. If we find no defects, we refund your money.
No ties to developers, estate agents or sellers. We work only for you.
Every part of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has its own typical problems. These are the ones we find most in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria:
Aggressive salt corrosion — the salty air of the Canary Islands damages structures, joinery and installations faster than on the mainland.
Damp caused by Atlantic humidity — the north side of Gran Canaria has a very high incidence.
Electrical installations that have never been upgraded — in the 1970s–80s housing stock, never checked.
The process in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is simple and fast.
No small print. No travel costs in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and the metropolitan area.
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Chartered Architects available in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and every town in the metropolitan area.
The report was very specific to the problems of the Canary Islands. Salt corrosion here is different from the mainland, and they know it.
Very clear report with photos and the estimated cost of each defect. 100% independent, with no links to the seller or the estate agent.
We show you, step by step, what to check when you view a home before buying it.
- What to check in wall finishes, floors, doors and windows
- How to check the electrical installation and the plumbing
- Which signs of damp and poor ventilation to look for
- Why you should test everything before buying
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Which defects are most common in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?
It depends on the type and age of the building, but the most common are outdated installations, damp and cracks in façades. A technical inspection detects them all before you buy.
How much does the inspection cost?
From 345 € for under 100 m². From 100 to 199 m²: 395 €. From 200 to 299 m²: 445 €. From 300 to 399 m²: 495 €. VAT included, no travel costs.
Is the report legally valid?
Yes. It can be submitted as evidence in proceedings for hidden defects (art. 1484 of the Spanish Civil Code). The Chartered Architect can testify as an expert witness. See the legal service →
How long does the inspection in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria take?
Between 1.5 and 3 hours depending on the size. The full report is delivered in less than 24 hours.
The Hausum report goes far beyond a technical document.
- Private document admissible in court
- Claims for hidden defects (art. 1484 of the Spanish Civil Code)
- The Chartered Architect testifies as an expert witness
- Useful at the notary and the land registry
- Valid before and after signing
- Claim defects discovered after the purchase
Save money and avoid surprises. In less than 24h you have an architect assigned and the full report.
No commitment · Pay only if you confirm · Money-back guarantee if we find no defects