Property Handover

Villa Inspection Before Handover
Initial Handover from the Contractor

A comprehensive engineering walkthrough of the villa after the contractor declares the work complete. We identify technical defects and incomplete finishes and systems, and prepare a precise snag list for the contractor to fix before handover.

From 3499 AED For Villas

  • A team of 3-4 engineers and experts
  • Works checked against the drawings
  • A precise snag list
  • Report within 3-4 days
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The report is delivered within 3-4 days of the visit.

A Complete Team Inspecting Your Home

The initial handover is one of our most comprehensive inspections, so the visit is attended by the Fahison team of 3-4 engineers and experts, each in their own specialty.

3-4Engineers and experts on the inspection visit

Civil & Finishing Engineer

To inspect accessible structural elements and all interior and exterior finishing works.

  • Walls & Ceilings
  • Flooring & Cladding
  • Paint & Gypsum
  • Doors & Windows

MEP Systems Engineers

To inspect electromechanical systems with testing equipment and make sure they are safe and efficient.

  • Plumbing
  • Drainage
  • Air Conditioning & Ventilation
  • Electrical

Why Inspect Before Handover?

Once you take over and move in, fixing defects becomes harder and more expensive. The initial handover is your chance to request repairs before handover.

Handover Without Inspection

  • You rely on the contractor's word that the work is done.
  • Hidden defects appear after you move in.
  • You have no clear list to claim from the contractor.
  • You bear the cost of repairs that were the contractor's responsibility.

With a Fahison Inspection

  • A team of 3-4 engineers and experts inspects the home with equipment and checklists.
  • We check the works against the approved drawings.
  • A precise snag list for the contractor to fix before handover.
  • You take over your home with peace of mind.

What We Inspect

Some of the inspection items in the initial handover.

01

Drawing Compliance

Interior and exterior dimensions and levels against the architectural drawings.

02

Structure & General Appearance

Cracks, straightness of walls and corners, and gypsum works.

03

Flooring & Cladding

Flatness and hollow tiles, quality of tiles and marble, and expansion joints.

04

Electrical

Switches and sockets, lighting, earthing, the distribution board and appliances.

05

Plumbing & Drainage

Water pressure and leaks, drainage, and moisture using testing equipment.

06

Doors & Windows

Installation, locks and hinges, sealing, and aluminium and glass works.

07

Paint & Finishes

Colour consistency, flatness, cracks and putty quality.

08

Air Conditioning & Ventilation

Cooling efficiency, placement of outdoor units, and clean vents.

09

Bathrooms & Kitchens

Ventilation and extraction, falls, silicone, and kitchen cabinets.

10

Roofs & Waterproofing

Water ponding, waterproofing and thermal insulation, and AC and tank bases.

11

Facades

Exterior finishes, cracks, and fixing of external windows and doors.

12

Outdoor Areas

Outdoor flooring, boundary wall, landscaping and swimming pool.

Specialised Inspection Equipment

Flatness and level measuring devices, a thermal camera to detect hidden insulation issues and leaks, electrical and plumbing testing equipment, and detailed checklists for every item.

When Should You Book?

Where this inspection fits in your home handover journey.

  1. Works Completed

    The contractor declares the work complete.

  2. Initial Handover

    We inspect the home and give you the snag list.

    This Inspection
  3. Repairs

    The contractor fixes the observations before handover.

  4. Move-In & Warranty

    You move in and the first-year warranty begins.

  5. Final Handover

    Inspection before the warranty ends.

A Clear Snag List for the Contractor

  • With PhotosEvery observation documented with photos and its location.
  • A Precise ListHand it over to get every observation fixed.
  • Recommended SolutionsA technical recommendation to fix every observation.

Who Is This Inspection For?

For every owner who has built their home and wants to take it over in sound condition.

You've Built Your Home

And the contractor has declared the work complete.

Before You Sign the Handover

And want to make sure everything is in order.

You Lack the Time or Experience

And want an engineering eye to inspect every detail.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Villa Inspection Before Handover.

When should I request the inspection?

After the contractor declares the work complete, and before you sign the handover and move in.

Who attends the inspection?

The Fahison team of 3-4 engineers and experts attends: a civil and finishing engineer to inspect accessible structural elements and finishes, and MEP engineers to inspect plumbing, drainage, air conditioning and electrical systems.

When will I receive the report?

Within 3-4 days of the visit.

What is the difference between this and the final handover?

The initial handover is before you move in, so the contractor fixes the observations before handover. The final handover is after you move in and before the first-year warranty ends, to identify defects that appeared with use.

What does the report include?

Every observation documented with photos, along with recommended solutions to fix it.

Why is this your most expensive inspection?

Because it is our most comprehensive and time-consuming inspection. We inspect the entire villa inside and out with a team of 3-4 engineers and experts, each in their own specialty, and then prepare a detailed report with every observation documented with photos and recommended solutions. This takes more time both on site and in preparing the report.

How much does the inspection cost?

From AED 3499 for villas. Contact us and send the home details, and we will confirm the price.

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Book your initial handover inspection before you take over your home from the contractor.

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