Third-party handover audits for apartments
How are third-party construction audits beneficial?
At times, property buyers find themselves at the receiving end of sub-standard quality of construction. They realize the apartment’s construction is not up to the mark after possession and occupation. It is not what was promised before the purchase. The common poor construction concerns include uneven plastering of walls, wall leakages, sub-standard flooring, faulty doors, window frames and grills, and inferior quality wiring and plumbing.
Most often, the buyer is unable to examine the quality of the apartment during construction. While Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) assures accountability and transparency, it does not ensure the quality of buildings. The only way to test quality is through construction audit and evaluation services during the construction period and post the completion of construction.
JENO Maran Builders, a leading construction company in Pondicherry, carries out third-party handover audits for its apartments. It engages a third-party quality auditor to identify and audit the quality of construction before handing over and submit a report to the developer. The goal of the third-party handover audit is to ensure that the apartments are built with superior quality and that any defects identified are rectified before handing over the apartment to the buyer.
The audit process begins with the examination and attestation of the structure’s health. A complete audit of the structure is performed through visual checks. Materials like electrical systems, elevators, and air conditioning systems must be inspected for their design specification compliances.
After the construction is complete, the auditor can facilitate assessing the building’s health by Ultrasonic Pulse Victory or Non-Destructive Tests (NDT). Former conservation records, structure delineations, etc., are also reviewed depending on their availability.
It is vital to know that quality inspection audit services are available to the buyers only after construction completes and a completion certificate is issued. Once the completion certificate is issued, the buyer can request the report of the project to verify the building’s state before buying a flat in the project.
FAQs – Third-Party Handover Audits for Apartments
1. What is a third-party handover audit for apartments?
A third-party handover audit is an independent quality inspection conducted before possession to assess construction standards, identify defects, and ensure compliance with design specifications.
2. Why are third-party construction audits important for buyers?
They help buyers avoid sub-standard construction issues such as leakages, poor finishes, faulty wiring, and structural defects by identifying problems before handover.
3. Does RERA ensure construction quality of apartments?
While RERA promotes transparency and accountability, it does not guarantee construction quality, making third-party construction audits essential for quality assurance.
4. What aspects are checked during a third-party handover audit?
Audits include structural health checks, visual inspections, electrical and mechanical systems review, elevators, air conditioning, and compliance with approved design specifications.
5. When can buyers request a third-party quality audit report?
Buyers can access the audit report after construction completion and issuance of the completion certificate, helping them verify the apartment’s quality before purchase.
