Viewings are short, homes sell quickly, and renovation costs are high. As a result, more and more buyers want to understand what they are really purchasing before they visit a property.

SIGHTLY uses AI to support buyers throughout this process. We are not trying to replace an estate agent or a building inspector, but we help buyers to prepare better.

How does SIGHTLY use AI when buying a home?

Our AI analyses photos and information from the property listing. Based on this data, it detects details that buyers might miss, such as:

• Small cracks.
• Moisture issues.
• Outdated materials.
• Poor finishing.
• Potential maintenance risks.

AI reviews the property objectively without emotions, assumptions, or time pressure. This results in a clearer, more complete picture of the home.

The main benefits of using AI when buying a home

1. You see more than during a viewing.
2. You gain better insight into potential costs
3. You know what to look for during the viewing.
4. AI helps you make more objective decisions.
5. You are stronger in negotiations.
6. You avoid unexpected costs after the purchase.
7. Sustainability becomes easier to understand.
8. It supports your legal duty to investigate.

1. You see more than during a viewing

During a viewing, most buyers focus on the atmosphere, light, and space. This makes sense when imagining your future home. But this also means you can easily overlook important details.

AI analyses each room separately and recognises patterns that reveal the property's condition. It acts as an extra set of eyes that does not miss anything.

2. You gain better insight into potential costs

A property may look tidy, yet still require significant maintenance. AI identifies early signs of issues such as:

• Old window frames.
• Moisture problems.
• Maintenance of the kitchen or bathroom.
• Flooring or wall deterioration.

This gives you a realistic expectation of possible costs, helping you avoid surprises later in the process.

3. You know what to look for during the viewing

Many buyers are unsure what they should check during a viewing. AI highlights which elements deserve extra attention. Our report also includes a checklist and a list of questions you can bring with you to the viewing. This helps you look more critically, ask better questions, and avoid missing important points.

4. AI helps you make more objective decisions

Buying a home is an emotional process. Sometimes a house feels perfect right away, even though you don't know its actual condition yet. AI helps balance this by showing the facts:

• The state of each room.
• Potential risks.
• Opportunities for improvement.
• Energy upgrades.

It allows you to combine your intuition with clear, reliable information.

5. You are stronger in negotiations

You can negotiate more confidently when you know in advance:

• Which defects require attention.
• Where maintenance has been postponed.
• Which risks are relevant.
• Which improvements or upgrades make sense.

AI gives you a factual basis for your decision. This will help you justify your offer and make a well-supported choice.

6. You avoid unexpected costs after the purchase

Many issues become visible only after moving in. For example, outdated electrical systems, mold, or poorly insulated windows.AI detects (potential) risks earlier, reducing the chance of costly surprises after the purchase.

7. Sustainability becomes easier to understand

Most buyers know that making a house more sustainable pays off, but they do not know which steps are most effective. AI shows:

• Which sustainability measures suit the house.
• How they affect comfort and energy use.
• Which improvements make sense short-term and/or long-term.

This helps you see sustainability as a valuable upgrade rather than an extra expense.

8. It supports your legal duty to investigate

As a buyer, you are legally required to investigate the condition of the house you intend to buy. AI helps you fulfill this duty by clearly documenting risks and areas of concern. This gives peace of mind and ensures you are better prepared when talking to the seller or agent.

Why is SIGHTLY different?

SIGHTLY uses AI to give buyers clear and easy insights into:

• Risks.
• Maintenance.
• Potential costs.
• Sustainability opportunities.
• Relevant questions for the viewing.

AI provides the analyses, but one of our building experts verifies the conclusions. SIGHTLY combines speed and objectivity with real experience from professionals.

AI makes the home-buying process clearer and more transparent. By understanding risks, maintenance, and improvement opportunities upfront, you can make smarter decisions, view with confidence, and reduce the chance of unexpected problems after the purchase.