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PRE-HANDOVER & 11th MONTH INSPECTION​

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Either you are about to receive the keys to your dream home OR you are nearing the end of the "DLP", defect liability period (11th month since you took handover of your property)​

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Newly built pre-handover inspection is extremely important and valuable to an owner when preparing to accept hand-over of his/her new property. GTA Inspectors will inspect and provide a detailed report within 24 hours, which can then be shared with the contractor/developer before final signature.
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This report will list all areas in the building that needs attention and correction by the contractor before the puck is passed on to you! Same applies when you are at the end of the one year warranty offered by most developers. You want to make sure that there are no residual issues before the warranty expires. You want to know that all installations are fitted and working correctly after one year of use as per local regulations and international best practices, and before the contractor’s liability finishes and they are no longer responsible when something goes wrong. So in summary, we will inspect the following elements: (MEP's - Structural - Cosmetics - Infrared Scans)
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• ​Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP elements) - To make sure AC's are operating properly with no air leaks from the ducts, condensation issues, as well as the cooling efficiency. We will inspect all electrical outlets, light switches and most importantly the electrical panels to make sure that there are no electrical safety hazard such as reverse wiring, hot breakers, missing grounds, etc. Finally, we will inspect all plumbing fixtures in bathrooms and kitchen and look for leaks, loose faucets, broken or leaky tubs, and anything related to plumbing connections and drains.​
• Structural inspection is important and can pose significant cost burden to rectify, We will inspect the foundation walls, exterior facade, interior walls, floors, and ceiling to make sure that it is free of any structural cracks that can jeopardize the structural integrity of the property
• Cosmetic inspection is an integral part of our building inspection, especially in brand new/pre-handover inspection. We believe that you have paid for a brand new property, so you should receive it in a flawless condition. From the tiniest finger print marks on a ceiling access panel, to small scratch marks on the window glass panel. All will be noted in the report with clear photographs and videos when needed
• Infrared scan using our state of the art professional cameras is the last step to scan the entire property and check for any leaks, mold detection, termite infestation, electrical faults that could not be seen by the naked eye

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11th Month Warranty Inspection 

A Warranty Inspection is a comprehensive evaluation of the interior and exterior of your new home and its major systems and components. It's conducted during the 11th month of your occupancy - before your builder's warranty expires. We follow InterNACHI's comprehensive Standards of Practice. This means that we'll inspect all of the following (If accessible):

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11th Month Warranty Inspection 

Most builders offer a one-year warranty on a new home, We'll come out during the 11th month and perform a full home inspection before the builder's warranty expires.

Our non-invasive inspection is based on observations of the visible and apparent condition of the interior and exterior of the structure, including its major systems and components, Following your inspection, you will receive a comprehensive report, complete with photos, that includes information on any material defects observed on the date of the inspection. Armed with this information, you can take any necessary steps to hold your builder and his subcontractors to their warranties while they're still in force.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use the inspection report to request repairs from the developer?

Yes. The inspection report is accepted as technical documentation and can be submitted to the developer to formally request rectification before handover or before the warranty expires.

What happens if the developer disagrees with the inspection findings?

You can rely on the report’s photographic evidence and detailed observations as an independent reference to support your claim and help resolve the issue.

Do I need to attend the inspection personally?

No. You can authorize the inspector to attend on your behalf and receive the full report remotely, which is especially convenient for overseas property owners.

Will scheduling an inspection delay my property handover?

No. Inspections are arranged around your handover schedule and often help speed up the process by identifying and resolving defects early.

Why is an 11th-month inspection important if issues were already reported earlier?

Some defects only appear after months of occupancy. An 11th-month inspection ensures all remaining issues are documented before the developer’s liability period ends.

Can this inspection save me money later?

Yes. Fixing defects while the developer is still responsible prevents you from paying out-of-pocket repair costs after the warranty period expires.