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St. Mel's Cathedral spire above Longford town buildings

SERVICES

New Build – Option A: Basic Visual Inspection

Approximate inspection time: 45 minutes.

What’s Included:

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  • Full visual inspection of the property internally and externally.

  • Identification of visible cosmetic defects, workmanship issues and incomplete finishes.

  • Checks to walls, ceilings, floors, paintwork, joinery, doors and windows.

  • Visual review of kitchens, bathrooms and sanitary fittings.

  • Review of finishes, sealant lines and general presentation.

  • Review of visible external defects where safely accessible.

  • Professional photographic report identifying defects for the client to forward to the developer.

New Build – Option B: Premium Inspection

Approximate inspection time: 1.5–2 hours.

What’s Included:

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  • Everything included within Option A.

  • Thermal imaging of the heating system.

  • Thermal imaging review of the building fabric for obvious cold spots or irregularities visible at the time of inspection.

  • Moisture readings to higher-risk areas where required. • Testing of all accessible electrical sockets.

  • Checks to accessible windows and doors for operation and alignment.

  • Visual inspection of the attic space where safely accessible.

  • Inspection of ventilation points and general airflow provisions.

  • Checks to plumbing fixtures and sanitary ware operation where services are live.

  • Heating system review where operational at the time of inspection.

  • Hot water temperature check where available.

  • Floor level checks using a 6ft level to identify any obvious unevenness or deviations, in line with SR2 specifications.

  • Closer overall assessment of finish quality and workmanship throughout.

  • More detailed premium photographic report with defects clearly identified for developer rectification.

Re-Inspection Verification

Once the developer advises that the original defects have been addressed, a return verification visit can be completed.

What’s Included:

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  • Return visit following developer remedial works.

  • Manual re-check of the original report item by item.

  • Verification of whether each item has been satisfactorily addressed.

  • Completed items clearly marked as closed.

  • Incomplete or unresolved items clearly identified as remaining open.

  • Updated re-inspection record/report for the client and, where required, for forwarding to the developer.

Pre-Purchase Property Inspection / House Survey

Issued within 2–3 business days.

What’s Included:

 

  • Full internal and external visual inspection.

  • Review of the general visible structural condition of the property.

  • Identification of visible defects, cracking, movement, dampness, water ingress, wear and tear, poor repair work and maintenance concerns.

  • Review for typical age-related issues, including cracking, moisture, settlement or movement indicators where visible.

  • Inspection of the attic space where safely accessible.

  • Moisture readings to key internal areas.

  • Electrical spot checks to accessible fittings and sockets.

  • Full plumbing and heating system review where live and operational.

  • Hot water temperature checks.

  • Thermal imaging checks where appropriate, including possible cold bridging, heat loss, insulation irregularities, moisture anomalies and uneven heating performance.

  • Visual review of obvious alterations or additions, with planning or certification concerns noted for solicitor/agent follow-up where relevant.

  • Detailed written report with photographs, findings and practical recommendations following the inspection.

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