Would you spend just 20 minutes viewing a property that is going to be your home for many years? It is crucial to look closely at every detail before moving in. Below are five things to look at when viewing a property: 

 ●  Are there damps in the walls and ceilings? 
The main giveaway signs are a moldy smell, flaky plaster, and watermarked walls or ceilings. It sounds obvious, but make sure you look closely near the ceiling and around the skirting boards. Another clue might be if the room has just been repainted – possibly covering any damp. 

 ●  How much storage space is there? 
Storage space is a valuable but often overlooked asset. Where will you keep your vacuum cleaner, towels, spare linen, and boxes of junk? Is there room for cupboards or shelves to be built in? Especially in newly built houses, storage space can be scarce.

●  Are the rooms big enough for your needs? 
Rooms need to be spacious in order to accommodate all your furniture items and in case you would like to add some decoration items. 

● Are there enough power points? 
Having enough plug points is apparently a big selling point in our increasingly gadget driven world so worth taking note on the way round.

● Is the plumbing up to scratch? 
Run the taps to check the water pressure. Ask if the pipes are insulated, and ensure they are not lead which would have to be replaced. Do the radiators actually work? How old is the boiler?

These are the main five question any buyer or leasee must have in mind when viewing a property they would like to move and stay in.