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Property inspection and maintenance

Inspection of first-hand properties
Inspection of second-hand properties
Property maintenance

Inspection of first-hand properties

Check list for the main entrance

 
Is the door properly constructed?

Is there any sign of a pest problem?

Is the gap between the door and its frame too wide?

Is the door attached properly to the door frame?

Is the doorbell working properly?
Is the buzzer working properly?

Checklist for the living room/bedrooms
 
Is the ceiling free from defects?

Is there any sign of water leaks in the ceiling?

Are the walls free from defects?

Are there any air bubbles or water leaks in the walls?

Are there any cracks in the flooring?
Are the flooring gaps too big?
Is there any gap under the flooring?
Is there any cracking and chipping of the skirting boards?
Are there any water leaks in the bay windows?
Can the windows be opened and closed without a glitch?

Are there any broken panes in the windows?

Are the window frames and glass installed properly?

Any blocked or cracked sockets? Is the electricity supply normal?

Checklist for the kitchen

 
Are the kitchen cabinets free from defects?

Can the cabinet doors be opened and closed without a glitch?

Are the gas pipes properly installed?

Are there any signs of gas leaks?

Is the cooking stove free from defects?

Are the readings of the gas, water and electricity meters at zero?
Is the drainage outlet properly angled? Is there any sign of blockage?
Any leaks in the water pipes?
 
Checklist for the bathroom

 
Any water leaks in the ceiling?

Is the drainage outlet properly angled? Is there any sign of blockage?

Is the sink/bathtub free from blockage?
   
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Inspection of second-hand properties

 

Pay an onsite visit to check if there are any signs of water leaks in the ceiling, bay windows and walls, and if there is any loose flooring. Do enquire if there has been any incident of water leaks.

  Check the electrical wiring and switches, water pipes, sewage pipes, bathtub and toilet bowl to see if they are working properly. If there is any sign of wear and tear in the wires or pipes, find out from the seller when they were last repaired or replaced.

 
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Property maintenance

1. Slopes:
If there is any slope in the surrounding area, read the sales brochure / Government Lease / Deed of Mutual Covenant carefully to find out who is responsible for maintenance. The sales brochure must also include a plan of such slope(s).

2.   First-hand property:
There is usually a free maintenance period of six months to one year.

3.   Second-hand property:
Normally sold on an "as-is"; basis without a free maintenance period. If necessary, engage professional support to inspect and assess the property's condition before making any decision to buy. Also check out if the housing development or building has any repairs and maintenance plan in the near future, such as replacing electric installations or lift cables, painting external walls, maintaining slope(s), etc. If yes, find out whether the cost will be borne by the buyer/seller.

 
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