Inspection during Property Transaction
Choose your property with confidence with EvSpector. When investing in a new home, it can be difficult to determine if the house you're considering buying is truly of the quality you expect.
Our expert team identifies hidden details ranging from structural defects and energy efficiency to the condition of installations and potential maintenance needs. This allows you to learn about unexpected repair or renovation costs in advance, turning this information to your advantage during negotiations.
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Architectural Plan
Precise measurement of net areas and dimensions in the apartment using electronic systems.
Determining wall thicknesses and the exact dimensions of rooms and halls.
Determining the location and width of doors and windows.
Presenting the obtained data as a two-dimensional plan.
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Finishing construction work
Identifying floor and wall covering types and damages.
Scanning the walls for errors in alignment, squareness, and leveling.
Examination of scratches, peeling, and blistering on paint or plaster, along with their causes.
Investigating moisture traces on bathroom and other ceiling areas using a thermal camera.
3
Wiring, lighting and switches
Gathering information about devices such as fuse boxes, meters, relays, contactors, and the like.
Checking the presence of cable connections and the grounding line.
Inspection of the condition of electrical fixtures such as sockets and switches.
Checking the working condition and adequacy of lighting fixtures.
4
Carpentry and fixtures
Determining the materials and finishes of kitchen and bathroom cabinets, countertops, and interior doors.
Testing the movable parts of cabinets, doors, and other furniture.
Examining carpentry errors that could create future problems or affect functionality.
Assessment of the general condition of built-in or freestanding electrical household appliances (cooker, oven, range hood, dishwasher, and washing machine) in the apartment.
5
Plumbing
Examination of sanitary plumbing materials and applications in wet areas.
Checking the fixtures (taps, faucets, valves, water meters, etc.)
Inspection of shower cabins and shower trays for water leaks and safety.
6
Air conditioning systems
Inspection of heating and cooling system installations and equipment.
Evaluating the specifications and capacities of air conditioners, boilers, and radiators, and assessing their suitability for the areas they serve.
Basic safety checks are performed on the natural gas installation inside the apartment.
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Insulation and energy efficiency
Checking whether there is external thermal insulation (thermal insulation) on the facade.
Investigation of heat and water leaks in window and facade elements.
Thermal cameras and moisture meters are used to investigate whether there are any water leaks from the exterior wall or the upper floor.
Measuring levels of gases and particles that may be harmful to human health using appropriate equipment.
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Issues outside the scope of the apartment
Evaluation of the fire evacuation system and fire extinguishing system during a fire.
The position of building/site manager will be determined, along with other building/site services such as security and cleaning.
Investigating the availability and billing status of electricity, natural gas, water, and internet infrastructure in the independent unit.
Calculating estimated travel times (by car, public transport, or on foot) from the property's location to central points in the city.
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General structural situation
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An expert will examine the existing or potential problems in the building's load-bearing elements.
