Soil survey before purchasing property?

Good morning,

we have finally found a suitable plot of land, which has already been reserved. The mayor has recommended that everyone carry out a pile foundation, as the soil is very soft and peaty.

My question: Is a soil survey conducted before purchasing the plot?

My question: Is a soil report done before buying land?

What does “is” mean? You either commission it or not. You should do it, yes. Hardly any solid construction company will build you a house without one – but it’s your choice. If you don’t want to, you can hardly calculate and get no warranty.

I would do it before the purchase. Our seller wanted to go to the notary quickly and then we agreed on a withdrawal clause in case the [Bodengutachten] should turn out bad.

Hello,

we only had our building ground survey carried out after the purchase. Beforehand, we talked a lot with the future neighboring owners about what had "happened" to them. That way, we knew that above (still on the slight slope) our property (in the valley floor), solid rock was found during excavation and on the properties next to us, soft clayey and sandy soil was found. The survey confirmed exactly this and it was incorporated in advance into the building application and structural engineering.

We also viewed the property live during heavy rain and looked for streams or standing water. I would also recommend that to you.

In general, the owner decides when the survey can be done. There is no obligation for such inspections to take place before the sale. Just ask the seller if an expert ordered by you and at your expense may do a few soundings on the property. As compensation, there are a few beers or a bottle of wine that you can share together when you visit again.