Technical Property Audit Before Purchase
Purchasing real estate is a significant investment that must be both legally and technically sound. However, many buyers neglect a preliminary technical inspection of the property, which often leads to unexpected repair costs or, in the worst case, the loss of the asset.
Technical property audit before purchase is a professional assessment of a building’s structures and engineering systems that helps identify hidden defects, verify compliance with regulatory requirements (DBN, technical documentation), and avoid risks associated with unauthorized construction.
What a technical property audit includes
The engineering inspection is carried out in accordance with DBN A.2.2-3:2014, DBN B.2.2-15:2019, as well as other applicable regulations and standards. The service covers:
1. Inspection of structural elements
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Visual assessment of walls, slabs/floors, foundation, and roof.
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Detection of cracks, deformations, settlement, corrosion, and moisture.
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Verification of alterations not предусмотрені by the technical documentation.
2. Inspection of engineering systems
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Power supply, grounding, panels, and automation.
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Condition of water supply, sewage, heating, and ventilation.
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Operation of devices, connections, and safety components.
3. Review of technical documentation
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Comparison of the BTI technical passport with the actual condition of the property.
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Verification of compliance with the design and operating documentation.
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Identification of unapproved remodels and unauthorized construction.
4. Compliance assessment against regulatory requirements
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Compliance with State Building Codes (DBN).
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Verification of safety and operational compliance.
5. Audit report
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Photo documentation of defects.
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Conclusion on the technical condition.
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Recommendations for repair, reconstruction, or legalization of remodels.
When a technical audit is needed
A technical audit is advisable in the following cases:
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purchase of an apartment on the secondary market;
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investing in a cottage, house, or part of a house;
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purchase of commercial real estate;
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mortgage processing (at the bank’s request);
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inspection after self-performed construction or before commissioning/putting into operation.
Typical risks without an audit: what the buyer loses
The most common mistakes clients make without a technical inspection include:
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Buying a property with critical defects in load-bearing structures.
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Ignoring violations in the installation of engineering systems (risk of fire, flooding).
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Lack of permits/documentation for remodeling.
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Inability to register ownership due to documentation non-compliance.
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Overpriced property value due to hidden issues.
A practical case from GlobalBud Ukraine’s experience
The client contacted us after purchasing a house, when it turned out that:
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the foundation showed signs of uneven settlement;
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the water supply system was installed with violations — recurring leaks;
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part of the premises was rebuilt without approvals and technical documentation.
As a result, restoration costs exceeded 10% of the property value. With a timely technical audit, these risks could have been eliminated before signing the deal.
Benefits of ordering a technical audit from GlobalBud Ukraine
Our company provides full support for pre-purchase property verification:
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Experienced engineers with qualifications in construction and technical supervision.
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Verification of compliance with DBN, the technical passport, and design documentation.
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A detailed report with conclusions and recommendations.
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Legal support if inconsistencies or risks are identified.
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Work with individuals and legal entities, including international companies.
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Turnkey services — from inspection to deal completion.
Contact GlobalBud Ukraine
Planning to buy property? Order a technical audit of the property before signing the contract. This is your safeguard for safety, legal clarity of the deal, and a guarantee that the property will not require additional expenses after purchase.
GlobalBud Ukraine is a team of engineers and lawyers with hands-on experience in construction, design, and support of real estate transactions. We operate across Ukraine, providing professional assistance to both private and corporate clients.
