Visual Condition Assessment · On-Site Observation · Greater Chennai Region
PCI-2026-0187
12 March 2026
Client — NRI Owner (Sample)
Pre-Purchase Due Diligence
Velachery, Chennai
11 March 2026
7.4/ 10
Overall Condition Score
Good — Fit for Occupation
Minor defects noted. No visible structural distress observed. Recommended repairs are cosmetic and low-cost. Safe for immediate occupation. Based on visual inspection only.
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Property & Inspection Details
Door / Flat No.
Flat 3B, Block A
Apartment Complex
Green Meadows Apartments
Street
100 Feet Road, Velachery
District
Chennai – 600 042
Property Type
Residential — 3 BHK Flat
Floor
3rd Floor (G+6 building)
Built-up Area
1,450 sq.ft.
Age of Building
Approx. 9 years
Inspector
Chartered Engineer · PropertyChennai.com
Inspection Date
11 March 2026, 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Weather at Inspection
Clear, Dry
Occupancy at Visit
Vacant
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Key Findings at a Glance
Items Requiring Attention (2)
Bathroom waterproofing on 2nd bathroom shows early signs of seepage on adjacent wall. Balcony grill has minor surface rust requiring repainting. Both items are low-cost cosmetic repairs (estimated ₹15,000–₹25,000).
No Visible Structural Distress
No cracks, settlement signs, or structural distress observed during visual inspection of accessible areas — columns, beams, slabs, and external walls. This is a visual observation and does not constitute a structural engineering assessment.
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Detailed Visual Inspection — Category by Category
Structure & Foundation
Good
Columns and beams — no visible cracking or spalling
Inspected all visible columns on 3rd floor. Clean concrete finish.
Ceiling slabs — no cracks or staining observed
All rooms inspected. No efflorescence or water marks.
External walls — plumb, no settlement cracks
Hairline surface cracks on plaster only; no structural concern.
Roof & Waterproofing
Fair — Monitor
Terrace waterproofing (common area) — intact
No seepage reaching flat ceiling. Building management report attached.
2nd bathroom — damp patch on adjacent bedroom wall
5-way MCB box. All circuits labelled. Earthing tested OK.
Switchboards and outlets — functional, no exposed wiring
Adequate power points in kitchen, bedrooms, and living area
Plumbing & Sanitation
Good
Water supply — CMWSSB + overhead tank; adequate pressure on 3rd floor
Master bathroom — no leaks at supply lines, drainage clear
Kitchen sink and drain — functional, no visible blockage
Doors, Windows & Finishes
Fair — Minor Repairs
Main door — solid teak, good condition, security lock functional
Bedroom and bathroom doors — UPVC, no warping or misalignment
Balcony grill — surface rust on lower section
Not structurally compromised. Sand, prime, and repaint recommended. Estimated cost: ₹3,000–₹5,000.
Floor tiles — vitrified, no cracked or loose tiles observed
Interior paint — faded in two rooms; cosmetic repainting recommended
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Defect Register
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Location
Defect Description
Priority
Est. Repair Cost
D-01
2nd Bathroom / Adj. Bedroom
Waterproofing seepage — damp patch on wall
Medium
₹8,000 – ₹12,000
D-02
Balcony
Grill — surface rust on lower section
Low
₹3,000 – ₹5,000
D-03
Bedroom 2 & 3
Interior paint faded, cosmetic repainting needed
Low
₹6,000 – ₹10,000
Total estimated repair cost: ₹17,000 – ₹27,000. All items are cosmetic; none affect structural integrity or immediate habitability.
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Site Photographs
Main Entrance
Living Room
Master Bathroom
D-01 · Seepage Mark
D-02 · Balcony Grill
Kitchen
In actual reports, all photo placeholders are replaced with timestamped site photographs taken by the inspector on the date of visit.
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Inspector's Certification
This inspection report has been prepared by a Chartered Engineer / Registered Valuer at PropertyChennai.com,
following a physical on-site visual inspection of the above property on 11 March 2026. All observations
are based on visible and accessible elements only. Concealed areas, underground services, and items behind
cladding or finishes were not opened or destructively tested.
This is a visual inspection report only. It does not include structural engineering assessment,
design or drawing verification, or geotechnical analysis — these require a separately engaged
qualified structural engineer. Repair cost estimates are indicative and subject to contractor quotations.
This report is prepared exclusively for the named client and the stated purpose. It should not be
relied upon by any third party without the written consent of PropertyChennai.com.