Today’s real estate market is flooded with developers, the market has become stiffly competitive, both residential and commercial property are available at interesting prices. Real estate developers, on the other hand, work restlessly to promote their projects to sell their property, and everything sounds great on the surface. But, if you are buying a property (a home, a flat, or any other commercial property), you need to look well beyond the location, carpet area, and the number of rooms you are getting. An important thing that you need to ensure is that the construction quality meets the highest standards.
How to check the construction quality of a project?
Check out these steps!
Measure the quality and type of soil
Knowing the type of soil on which the building is constructed says a lot about the building. Soil type and quality differ from one place to the other, black cotton soil, clay-rich soil are some examples of soils that are never recommended for construction. These types of soils tend to shrink or expand due to moisture or water.
Before beginning any construction activity, a soil test is conducted and buyers have all the freedom to ask for a copy of the soil test from the developer.
Check the strength of concrete and wall thickness
The strength of concrete determines how much load a structure can take. Normally, developers are responsible to measure and maintain the quality of concrete, but sometimes it can be tricky to measure the quality of the mix. Some developers make use of ready-mix concrete and this can be a better alternative.
The width of the wall is another important element and this you can find mentioned in the layout agreement. Visit the construction site and check whether the same has been implemented in the construction.
Pro tip: Take your key and press against the wall, if you are able to make a hole in the wall with ease, it is a sign of low-quality material used in the construction. Tap with your knuckles and hear the kind of sound it makes to know about the hollowness of the wall.
Don’t forget to check the safety features
Safety comes first and there are some ways to check how safe a building is to live. Check the stairway, there should be sufficient space for two people to walk alongside, this much space is required in case of emergency. Know about the other safety measures implemented by the developer in the building, earthquake resistance, fire, and/or emergency exit- just to name a few.
Plaster and paint quality
Now, it’s time to take a look at the outer walls. If there are some visible cracks, you can question the quality of construction. Moreover, the paint on the wall should be appealing to the eyes, and it helps to improve the longevity of the walls. Every small detail matters when it comes to checking the construction quality.
Elevators
Improper installation and poor maintenance are the key reasons why elevator accidents take place, and there have been a few cases in which elevator accidents have proven to be life-threatening. If you are buying a flat and visiting a residential project, check for the elevator ratio. For a single tower, three elevators and one service lift are sufficient. In the case of high-rise buildings, also check the capacity of the elevator.
The ground floor…
Summing it up with the fact that there are many things that are needed to be taken into account while buying a property and construction quality is no exception. Check the construction quality following the above-mentioned points to ensure that the building is safe for you and your loved ones, and you can make a smart buying decision.
