Inspection of Destroyed Real Estate in Uzhhorod: When War ComesWar Arrives
Uzhhorod had long remained a city where the war was felt only through air raid alerts and news. But on May 13, 2026, everything changed. For the first time since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, Russian drones attacked Uzhhorod. For the city’s residents, this came as a shock—the war had arrived where it was not expected. Explosions, hits on critical infrastructure facilities, damaged residential buildings, and educational institutions. People who had previously watched the war from afar suddenly found themselves at its epicenter. The loss of a sense of security, fear for loved ones, and uncertainty—all of this overwhelmed the residents of Zakarpattia. And along with this, the question arose: what to do with damaged housing, can it be saved, and is it safe to return there?
Why an Inspection is the First Step Toward Returning Home
After any attack, even if the damage seems minor, it is important to conduct a technical inspection. A blast wave can cause hidden defects: micro-cracks in concrete structures, disruption of the bond between reinforcement and concrete, and frame deformations that cannot be detected without special equipment. These “delayed-action bombs” can lead to collapse even without visible load. An inspection helps to:
- assess the actual condition of structures and residual load-bearing capacity;
- determine whether the building can be restored or if it is in an emergency condition;
- record damage to receive compensation under state support programs;
- plan repair work—which structures need reinforcement and which require complete replacement;
- protect your rights in court if disputes arise with insurance companies or local authorities.
What the Inspection of Destroyed Real Estate Includes
The technical inspection process is a comprehensive engineering diagnostics that includes:
- studying available documentation (if preserved);
- visual inspection of the building with the recording of all visible defects: cracks, spalling, deformations, fire traces;
- instrumental measurements: geodetic—to check if the building has shifted; ultrasonic testing—to assess concrete strength; thermal imaging diagnostics—to identify hidden cavities and thermal bridges;
- calculations of the residual load-bearing capacity of structures—whether they can withstand loads;
- laboratory testing of material samples (if necessary)—to determine if they have lost their properties.
Read about how to identify hidden defects and document them properly in our material.
How the Inspection is Carried Out
The work takes from a few hours to several days, depending on the size of the building and the complexity of the damage. The algorithm is as follows:
- Study of documents (if available) and preliminary assessment of destruction zones.
- Visual inspection of all accessible structures: facades, floor slabs, roofing, basements.
- Instrumental diagnostics: measurements, scanning, thermal imaging surveys.
- Data analysis, calculations, and determination of the technical condition category according to DSTU.
- Preparation of a detailed report with conclusions and recommendations.
What the Customer Receives
Upon completion of the work, the owner receives an official technical report. It specifies:
- an assessment of the building’s condition and individual structures;
- a list of all identified defects with references to building codes;
- calculations of residual strength;
- categorization of the condition: from “fit for operation” to “emergency, unfit for restoration”;
- clear recommendations: what to restore, what to reinforce, and what to dismantle.
The report is registered in the Unified State Electronic System in the Construction Sector (EDESSB), which gives it legal validity. The process of preparing a technical report on the destruction of a building or structure is key for any compensation procedure. In cases where destruction is critical, the dismantling or demolition of buildings and structures may be required, which also demands proper technical justification.
Cost and Timeframe
Each object is unique, so the cost of the inspection is calculated individually. It depends on the area, number of floors, degree of destruction, and the need to use special equipment. The remoteness of the object and the difficulty of access to structures are also taken into account. The timeframe for completing the work is determined after a preliminary visit by an expert. GlobalBud Ukraine provides a full cycle of technical inspection of real estate objects with subsequent registration of the report in EDESSB.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can an inspection be carried out if the documents for the house are lost?
Yes. The inspection is carried out based on the actual condition of structures. The lack of documents is not an obstacle, although having a technical passport significantly simplifies the work of experts.
Will the technical report help to obtain compensation?
Yes. To receive state assistance, a commission inspection act is required, but a technical report from an independent expert registered in EDESSB is weighty proof of the degree of damage and can be used when appealing commission decisions.
How long is the technical report valid?
The report records the condition at the time of the inspection. If the building remains unpreserved for a long time, it is recommended to conduct a re-inspection after a certain period, as destruction may progress.
