For Villa and Apartment Owners and Buyers in Dubai

Building Inspection in Dubai
Before Handover and Purchase

The Fahison team inspects properties in Dubai: snagging for villas and apartments before handover from the developer, homes before purchase, and villas under construction from blockwork to plaster. After every inspection, you receive a detailed report with photos.

  • The Fahison Engineering Team
  • Detailed photo report
  • Dubai and all Emirates

Our Services in Dubai

What our clients in Dubai request most: developer handover inspection (snagging), pre-purchase inspection, and plaster and blockwork inspection for villas under construction.

Developer Handover Inspection

  • For new villas and apartments
  • Before signing the developer handover
  • A snag list for the developer
  • Detailed photo report

Pre-Purchase Home Inspection

  • Villa or apartment before signing
  • Visible and hidden defects
  • Structure, finishes and systems
  • A report that helps you negotiate

Plaster Inspection

  • Wall preparation before plastering
  • During application, before it dries
  • Final check before painting
  • More than 80 inspection items

Blockwork Inspection

  • Wall positions and the first course
  • Mortar filling and wall ties
  • Lintels over doors and windows
  • Final check before plastering

Construction Stage Inspection

  • For private villas under construction
  • 8 stages and 27 inspection items
  • Inspection before the work is covered
  • A report after every inspection

Initial Handover Inspection

  • Before signing the handover from the contractor
  • A snag list for the contractor
  • A team of 3-4 engineers and specialists
  • Detailed photo report

Final Handover Inspection

  • Before the warranty period ends
  • Defects that appeared after moving in
  • Records to claim repairs from the contractor
  • Detailed photo report

Pre-Sale or Pre-Rental Inspection

  • For owners, brokers and property managers
  • The property's condition before listing
  • Issues to fix or disclose
  • Detailed photo report

Owner's Representative

  • Regular visits to your site
  • Follow-up on the contractor and schedule
  • Periodic reports
  • Three packages to suit your needs

Consultant and Contractor Evaluation

  • Before you sign a contract
  • Consultant evaluation
  • Main contractor evaluation
  • Subcontractor evaluation

Engineering Consultation

  • Remote phone consultation
  • On-site consultation visit
  • Quick property assessment
  • We guide you to the right decision

Pre-Work Planning

  • A session with the contractor before work starts
  • Aligned quality standards
  • Agreement on the execution method
  • Avoiding common mistakes

Water Leak Detection

  • Under tiles and behind walls
  • Acoustic devices and thermal camera
  • Locating the leak before repair
  • Repair also available

Not sure which inspection suits your property? Explain your situation to us on WhatsApp and we'll guide you.

How to Book Your Visit in Dubai

From the first message to receiving the report.

  1. Send the Property Details

    The area, property type and service required.

  2. We Schedule the Visit

    We agree on a suitable time with you.

  3. On-Site Inspection

    The Fahison team inspects using specialised equipment and checklists.

  4. The Report

    A detailed report with photos, observations and remedies.

See Your Inspection Results As If You Were on Site

The interactive report is included in the fee for every inspection, and you can add the 3D model or 360 tour for an additional fee.

Home floor plan marked with inspection observations Included in the inspection fee

Interactive Report

Browse your inspection results item by item, and open each observation to see its photo, its impact on your home and how to fix it.

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3D model of a modern villa marked with observations Additional fee

Walk Through Your Home in 3D

A 3D model of your home where you can track its condition and all its inspections, with every observation pinned to its actual location.

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360-degree image of a modern villa living room, with three color-coded inspection finding markers Tap the markers · Illustrative example
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360° Site Tour

Coming soon: walk through your property in 360-degree images captured by the Fahison team during the inspection, with observations shown right on the wall or floor.

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View a Sample Fahison ReportWith every inspection, the client receives a PDF report to save, print and send to the contractor. Browse selected pages from a sample report.
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A page from the sample Fahison report: Report cover and property details
Report cover and property details
A page from the sample Fahison report: Summary of inspection results and overall score
Summary of inspection results and overall score
A page from the sample Fahison report: Example of a detailed finding with photos and recommendation
Example of a detailed finding with photos and recommendation
A page from the sample Fahison report: Rating criteria for items and sections
Rating criteria for items and sections
A page from the sample Fahison report: Final rating and engineering conclusion
Final rating and engineering conclusion

Selected pages from a sample Fahison report. The client receives the full report after the inspection.

Frequently Asked Questions

About inspection in Dubai.

Which areas of Dubai do you work in?

Areas where we work include Nad Al Sheba, Muhaisnah, Al Awir, Nadd Hessa, Meydan and Al Furjan.

What are the most requested services in Dubai?

Developer handover inspection (snagging), pre-purchase home inspection, and plaster and blockwork inspection for villas under construction.

Do you inspect villas and apartments before handover from the developer?

Yes. We inspect the unit before you sign the handover and give you a snag list to send to the developer for fixing.

Do you inspect a home before purchase?

Yes. We inspect the villa or apartment before you sign the purchase and uncover visible and hidden defects, so you can decide and negotiate the price with confidence.

Do you inspect the other construction stages?

Yes, we inspect every stage of villa construction from footings to finishing, and we cover all Emirates.

Do you detect water leaks in Dubai?

Yes. We locate the source of leaks in villas and apartments in Dubai using acoustic leak detectors, a thermal camera and a moisture meter, and we also offer repair.

How can I see what the report looks like?

You can view an interactive sample on our reports page.

Have a Villa in Dubai?

Message us on WhatsApp and we'll schedule your inspection with you.

Book an Inspection in Dubai