Physical condition and defect review
Inspect the property condition before price and contract leverage disappear.
We coordinate a qualified technical inspection and help the buyer understand visible defects, maintenance exposure and questions to resolve before moving forward.
- Independent technical visit coordinated
- Visible defects documented
- Legal review kept separate
Price
Starting at €500 — for inspection coordination and buyer-side review
Best time to use
Before CPCV signature, after major renovation or before handover of a new-build property.
You send / you receive
Property details, access, plans, known defects and renovation history. → Inspection findings, photographs, priorities and buyer follow-up questions.
Legal ownership documents do not reveal the physical condition of the property.
A property can have clean registration records and still contain moisture, cracking, defective finishes, roof or terrace problems, ageing systems or poor renovation work. A visual technical inspection gives the buyer evidence about observable condition before the purchase is final. It is separate from legal due diligence and does not claim to reveal every concealed defect or replace destructive testing.
What the technical inspection considers
The exact inspection scope depends on access, property type and the professional engaged for the visit.
Structure and visible movement
The inspector looks for observable cracking, deformation, settlement signs and other indications that may require specialist investigation.
Moisture and building envelope
Accessible walls, ceilings, roofs, terraces, windows and drainage points are considered for damp, water entry, deterioration and maintenance risk.
Visible installations and systems
Accessible electrical, plumbing, heating, cooling and ventilation elements are observed for condition, obvious defects and signs of non-standard work.
Finishes, alterations and handover quality
The visit records visible workmanship, incomplete items, renovation defects, common-area concerns and snagging points relevant to the buyer.
What we need before the visit
The inspection is primarily physical, but basic information helps the technician prepare and interpret the property correctly.
- Property address, type, floor and access instructions
- Plans, specifications or renovation information where available
- Known leaks, cracks, repairs or defects already reported
- Buyer questions and any areas that will be inaccessible during the visit
What you receive
The output separates visible findings from matters that require further specialist testing.
Inspection findings
A structured record of observable defects, maintenance concerns and condition issues identified during the visit.
Photographic evidence
Images of relevant defects and locations where photography is permitted and useful.
Priority classification
A practical distinction between urgent concerns, items to clarify, maintenance points and normal wear.
Buyer follow-up list
Questions, further tests or repair evidence to request before contract, completion or handover.
How the inspection works
Confirm scope and access
We collect the property details, buyer concerns and access conditions before arranging the appropriate technician.
Carry out the site visit
The professional inspects accessible areas and records the visible condition within the agreed scope.
Prepare the findings
Defects, photographs, limitations and recommended follow-up are organised into a buyer-readable output.
Use the result in the purchase
The buyer can request repairs, evidence, further specialist review or contract protection before moving forward.
Included in this service
- Coordination of an independent technical inspection within the agreed scope
- Visual inspection of accessible areas by the appointed professional
- Written or structured record of findings and limitations
- Photographs of relevant observable defects where appropriate
- Buyer-side explanation of priorities and follow-up questions
Not included in the base scope
- Destructive testing, opening finishes or concealed-system investigation
- Structural calculations, laboratory tests or specialist engineering studies
- Legal title, licensing, condominium or contract due diligence
- Guarantee that no hidden defect exists or preparation of a fixed repair quotation
Questions buyers ask
Can an inspection find every defect?
No. A standard inspection is visual and limited by access, finishes, furniture and conditions on the day. Concealed defects may require specialist or destructive testing.
Is this the same as legal due diligence?
No. Technical inspection addresses physical condition. Legal due diligence addresses ownership, registration, use, authority and transaction documents.
Can you inspect a new-build property?
Yes. A snagging or handover inspection can identify incomplete, defective or poorly finished work before acceptance, subject to access and the agreed scope.
Does the report include repair costs?
The base scope identifies defects and priorities. Detailed specifications, quotations or cost plans require contractors or specialist consultants.
See the property's physical condition before accepting the risk.
Send the property details, access information and your main concerns. We will coordinate the inspection and organise the findings for the buyer's next decision.
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