Apartment Handover in Bengaluru
This is a real HomeGyan inspection report, published with the homeowner's privacy protected. Every finding, photograph and measurement is exactly as recorded on site. Only the identifying details — owner name, unit number, project name, builder and street address — have been replaced.
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Property
Apartment Handover in Bengaluru
123 · Bengaluru
Inspection Date
September 2026
Client
Private Homeowner
Inspector ID
HG-CERTIFIED
Builder
Ashoka Residency
Floor Area
1,203 sq ft
Defect Summary
0
Major
32
Attention
11
Minor
167
Satisfactory
ℹ 43 issue(s) noted — 32 to watch, 11 minor. Raise the minor ones in your snagging list with the builder.
How to read this report
MajorAffects the structure, your safety, or a system the home depends on — water, power, drainage or waterproofing. Get these rectified in writing before you accept handover or release the final payment: they are the hardest and most expensive things to fix once you have moved in.
MinorA workmanship or finish defect — the home is sound, but the work is not to the standard you paid for. These belong on your snag list for the builder to close out. Nearly every new home has some.
AttentionNot a defect today, but something to watch or act on early — a reading near its limit, wear that will progress, or a component missing that you will want later. Cheap to address now, costly to ignore.
SatisfactoryWe inspected this and found nothing wrong with it. A high satisfactory count is the reassurance the report is meant to give you — it is the evidence of what was checked, not padding.
Not presentThe component is not fitted at this property, so there was nothing to inspect. Deliberately not counted as a defect — but still recorded, so you can tell it apart from a checkpoint we simply did not reach.
Scope of Inspection
New Apartment Handover Inspection
How to Read This Report
Walls and quadrants are numbered the same way in every room, so a defect can be found again from the report alone — including by a contractor who was not present at the inspection.
Wall numbering
Room seen from above
1
Entry wall — The wall the door is in — the one at your back as you step into the room.
2
Left wall — On your left as you stand in the doorway looking into the room.
3
Opposite wall — The wall facing you from across the room, opposite the entry wall.
4
Right wall — On your right as you stand in the doorway looking into the room.
Quadrant numbering
A single wall, seen head-on
1
Top right — Upper half of the wall, right-hand side.
2
Bottom right — Lower half, right-hand side — skirting to mid-height.
3
Bottom left — Lower half, left-hand side — skirting to mid-height.
4
Top left — Upper half of the wall, left-hand side.
Moisture readings (WME %)
Concrete, plaster and drywall
Under 15%Dry. Within normal baseline levels for the material. No action needed.
15% to 19%Elevated. Moisture is present. This is the at-risk band — it warrants closer monitoring.
20% and aboveActively wet. Strongly indicates a leak, active seepage, or a severe condensation problem.
Moisture meters report a WME (wood moisture equivalent) percentage. On concrete, plaster and drywall that figure is not an absolute water content — it is read on a relative scale to judge whether a surface is dry, at risk, or actively wet.
Priority Findings (43)
Recommended to fixEntry, Foyer, Living & Dining
Main door frame alignment and closing
Main door frame slightly missaligned.
Crack between door frame and wall - Need better caulking or sealing.
Why this matters: Doors, windows and shutters that are out of plumb or badly gapped do not seal. They let in dust and noise, bind or rattle as the frame moves with the seasons, and the ironmongery wears quickly because it is taking load it was not meant to.
Putting it right: The frame is re-plumbed or re-fixed, gaps brought back within tolerance, and the hardware adjusted or replaced. Where the frame itself has swollen or split it is the frame that needs changing, not the shutter.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 4021 (door and window frames).
Recommended to fixEntry, Foyer, Living & Dining
Living room wall and paint finish
Uneven paint finishing at the corner of the balcony and living room - The right corner.
See attached image.
Why this matters: Uneven putty, thin coverage and patchy touch-up marks are visible under any raking light, and they are the finish the owner looks at every day. Paint applied over a surface that was not properly prepared also lifts early, so the defect returns rather than wearing out.
Putting it right: The surface is rubbed back, putty made good and levelled, and the affected area recoated in full — wall to wall rather than in patches, because a spot-coat shows as a patch whatever the colour match.
Recommended to fixEntry, Foyer, Living & Dining
Living/dining window glazing and seal
The balcony door has an uneven finish from the outside.
The window close to main door has a screw cap is missing from the frame.
Why this matters: Doors, windows and shutters that are out of plumb or badly gapped do not seal. They let in dust and noise, bind or rattle as the frame moves with the seasons, and the ironmongery wears quickly because it is taking load it was not meant to.
Putting it right: The frame is re-plumbed or re-fixed, gaps brought back within tolerance, and the hardware adjusted or replaced. Where the frame itself has swollen or split it is the frame that needs changing, not the shutter.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 4021 (door and window frames).
Recommended to fixBedroom 2 / Guest Bedroom
Door shutter, latch and stopper
1. Uneven gap observed between door and door frame
2. Handle auto lock not working.
Why this matters: Doors, windows and shutters that are out of plumb or badly gapped do not seal. They let in dust and noise, bind or rattle as the frame moves with the seasons, and the ironmongery wears quickly because it is taking load it was not meant to.
Putting it right: The frame is re-plumbed or re-fixed, gaps brought back within tolerance, and the hardware adjusted or replaced. Where the frame itself has swollen or split it is the frame that needs changing, not the shutter.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 4021 (door and window frames).
Recommended to fixBedroom 3 / Guest Bedroom
Floor level, joints and skirting
Scratches observed at multiple tiles:
R1C3,
R1C4,
R1C5,
R2C4,
R3C6,
R4C1,
R4C6
Why this matters: Tiles laid without a full bed of mortar beneath them sound hollow and work loose over time. The grout lines fail first, then water gets into the bedding, and the tile eventually cracks or lifts underfoot.
Putting it right: The affected tiles are lifted, the bedding mortar made good to a full bed, and the tiles re-laid and re-grouted. Patching only the worst tile tends to recur, because the neighbouring bedding is usually no better.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 15622 (pressed ceramic tiles).
Recommended to fixBedroom 3 / Guest Bedroom
Door shutter, latch and stopper
Handle auto lock not working.
Why this matters: Doors, windows and shutters that are out of plumb or badly gapped do not seal. They let in dust and noise, bind or rattle as the frame moves with the seasons, and the ironmongery wears quickly because it is taking load it was not meant to.
Putting it right: The frame is re-plumbed or re-fixed, gaps brought back within tolerance, and the hardware adjusted or replaced. Where the frame itself has swollen or split it is the frame that needs changing, not the shutter.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 4021 (door and window frames).
Recommended to fixGuest Bathroom
Floor slope towards drain
Faulty Drainage in common bathroom. The slope needs to be checked for proper drainage.
Why this matters: Tiles laid without a full bed of mortar beneath them sound hollow and work loose over time. The grout lines fail first, then water gets into the bedding, and the tile eventually cracks or lifts underfoot.
Putting it right: The affected tiles are lifted, the bedding mortar made good to a full bed, and the tiles re-laid and re-grouted. Patching only the worst tile tends to recur, because the neighbouring bedding is usually no better.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 15622 (pressed ceramic tiles).
Recommended to fixGuest Bathroom
Floor trap, grating and drainage speed
Slow drainage - needs checking.
Hollowness observed at the floor tile near drain
Why this matters: A leaking or badly fitted plumbing item wastes water continuously and wets the structure around it. Inside a wall or under a sunk slab it can run for months before it shows, and by then the damage is to the finishes rather than to the fitting.
Putting it right: The fitting, joint or run is reworked and tested under pressure, and any wet area it has reached is dried and made good once the leak has been proven stopped.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 1172 (water supply, drainage and sanitation) and NBC 2016 Part 9.
Recommended to fixGuest Bathroom
Wall tile alignment and grouting
Wall 1 - The entry wall -One with the door
Wall 2 - The Left wall
Wall 3 - The wall opposite to entry wall
Wall 4 - The right wall.
Quadrant 1 is the right top of the wall
Quadrant 2 is the right bottom of the wall
Quadrant 3 is the left bottom of the wall
Quadrant 4. is the left top o
1. Hollowness observed at Wall 4 - (Quadrant 3 tiles)
f the wall
2. Uneven tile observed at Wall 4 quadrant 3
3. Dado tile chip-off observed at Wall 2 quadrant 3
Why this matters: Tiles laid without a full bed of mortar beneath them sound hollow and work loose over time. The grout lines fail first, then water gets into the bedding, and the tile eventually cracks or lifts underfoot.
Putting it right: The affected tiles are lifted, the bedding mortar made good to a full bed, and the tiles re-laid and re-grouted. Patching only the worst tile tends to recur, because the neighbouring bedding is usually no better.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 15622 (pressed ceramic tiles).
Recommended to fixMaster Bathroom
Bathroom False Ceiling
False Ceiling channel needs to be fixed.
Why this matters: A false ceiling that is poorly levelled or inadequately supported sags visibly along its joints, and the boards crack at the corners as it moves. It is also the first thing to show any leak from the slab above it.
Putting it right: The suspension is re-levelled and additional hangers added where the spans are too long, then joints are re-taped, finished and repainted.
Recommended to fixElectrical Systems
Every switch, regulator and dimmer
Hall Wall 3 wall point is not working.
Why this matters: Electrical defects do not improve on their own, and the ones that matter are invisible until something is plugged in: a point wired with reversed polarity, a circuit with no earth continuity, or a residual-current device that does not trip when tested.
Putting it right: Each affected point or circuit is retested, and the wiring, polarity, earthing or protective device corrected at the distribution board or at the point itself. Retesting after the work is what closes it out, not the repair.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 732 (electrical wiring installations) and IS 3043 (earthing).
MonitorEntry, Foyer, Living & Dining
Door viewer, calling bell and intercom
Door Viewer not installed.
Only hole provided.
Calling bell and intercom not inspected.
Why this matters: Electrical defects do not improve on their own, and the ones that matter are invisible until something is plugged in: a point wired with reversed polarity, a circuit with no earth continuity, or a residual-current device that does not trip when tested.
Putting it right: Each affected point or circuit is retested, and the wiring, polarity, earthing or protective device corrected at the distribution board or at the point itself. Retesting after the work is what closes it out, not the repair.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 732 (electrical wiring installations) and IS 3043 (earthing).
MonitorEntry, Foyer, Living & Dining
Foyer flooring, skirting and niche finish
Hollowness observed at the below places:
Attn: R - Row , C - Column
R4C2 = Row 4 and Column 2.
R4 C2
R6 4C
R10 C1
R11 C5
R12 C1
Crack observed at
R4 C3
Why this matters: Tiles laid without a full bed of mortar beneath them sound hollow and work loose over time. The grout lines fail first, then water gets into the bedding, and the tile eventually cracks or lifts underfoot.
Putting it right: The affected tiles are lifted, the bedding mortar made good to a full bed, and the tiles re-laid and re-grouted. Patching only the worst tile tends to recur, because the neighbouring bedding is usually no better.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 15622 (pressed ceramic tiles).
MonitorEntry, Foyer, Living & Dining
Living area switchboards and socket points
The electrical light point above the switchboard, which is attached to the balcony wall is not working.
Why this matters: Electrical defects do not improve on their own, and the ones that matter are invisible until something is plugged in: a point wired with reversed polarity, a circuit with no earth continuity, or a residual-current device that does not trip when tested.
Putting it right: Each affected point or circuit is retested, and the wiring, polarity, earthing or protective device corrected at the distribution board or at the point itself. Retesting after the work is what closes it out, not the repair.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 732 (electrical wiring installations) and IS 3043 (earthing).
MonitorKitchen
Kitchen counter level and slope
Kitchen counter not provided.
Why this matters: Common-area and safety provisions are what the building relies on when something goes wrong, so a defect here is only discovered at the worst possible moment.
Putting it right: The item is repaired or provided to the approved specification for the building and retested on completion.
MonitorKitchen
Counter slab joints, edge polish and overhang
Kitchen counter/slab not provided.
Why this matters: Common-area and safety provisions are what the building relies on when something goes wrong, so a defect here is only discovered at the worst possible moment.
Putting it right: The item is repaired or provided to the approved specification for the building and retested on completion.
MonitorKitchen
Dado tiling and sealant quality
Dado tile yet to be installed
Why this matters: Tiles laid without a full bed of mortar beneath them sound hollow and work loose over time. The grout lines fail first, then water gets into the bedding, and the tile eventually cracks or lifts underfoot.
Putting it right: The affected tiles are lifted, the bedding mortar made good to a full bed, and the tiles re-laid and re-grouted. Patching only the worst tile tends to recur, because the neighbouring bedding is usually no better.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 15622 (pressed ceramic tiles).
MonitorKitchen
Gas pipeline / PNG-LPG point safety
Gas connection not provided
Why this matters: A leaking or badly fitted plumbing item wastes water continuously and wets the structure around it. Inside a wall or under a sunk slab it can run for months before it shows, and by then the damage is to the finishes rather than to the fitting.
Putting it right: The fitting, joint or run is reworked and tested under pressure, and any wet area it has reached is dried and made good once the leak has been proven stopped.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 1172 (water supply, drainage and sanitation) and NBC 2016 Part 9.
MonitorKitchen
Kitchen window, mesh and ventilation
Mosquito mess not installed.
Provision to install is available.
Why this matters: Doors, windows and shutters that are out of plumb or badly gapped do not seal. They let in dust and noise, bind or rattle as the frame moves with the seasons, and the ironmongery wears quickly because it is taking load it was not meant to.
Putting it right: The frame is re-plumbed or re-fixed, gaps brought back within tolerance, and the hardware adjusted or replaced. Where the frame itself has swollen or split it is the frame that needs changing, not the shutter.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 4021 (door and window frames).
MonitorBedroom 1 / Master Bedroom
Wall surface and paint finish
Minor crack found in Wall one - the wall with the door is wall one.
The crack is touched up with paint, looks like a cosmetic issue not structural.
Check with builder once.
Why this matters: Uneven putty, thin coverage and patchy touch-up marks are visible under any raking light, and they are the finish the owner looks at every day. Paint applied over a surface that was not properly prepared also lifts early, so the defect returns rather than wearing out.
Putting it right: The surface is rubbed back, putty made good and levelled, and the affected area recoated in full — wall to wall rather than in patches, because a spot-coat shows as a patch whatever the colour match.
MonitorBedroom 1 / Master Bedroom
Flooring finish and skirting line
Wall skirting needs to have a better finish.
Better caulking or sealing needed.
Why this matters: Tiles laid without a full bed of mortar beneath them sound hollow and work loose over time. The grout lines fail first, then water gets into the bedding, and the tile eventually cracks or lifts underfoot.
Putting it right: The affected tiles are lifted, the bedding mortar made good to a full bed, and the tiles re-laid and re-grouted. Patching only the worst tile tends to recur, because the neighbouring bedding is usually no better.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 15622 (pressed ceramic tiles).
MonitorBedroom 1 / Master Bedroom
Window grill / safety mesh
Window grill/safety mesh not installed.
Mosquito net provision provided, but not installed.
Why this matters: Doors, windows and shutters that are out of plumb or badly gapped do not seal. They let in dust and noise, bind or rattle as the frame moves with the seasons, and the ironmongery wears quickly because it is taking load it was not meant to.
Putting it right: The frame is re-plumbed or re-fixed, gaps brought back within tolerance, and the hardware adjusted or replaced. Where the frame itself has swollen or split it is the frame that needs changing, not the shutter.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 4021 (door and window frames).
MonitorBedroom 1 / Master Bedroom
Bedroom door, latch and privacy lock
Master bedroom handle door not auto locking
Why this matters: Doors, windows and shutters that are out of plumb or badly gapped do not seal. They let in dust and noise, bind or rattle as the frame moves with the seasons, and the ironmongery wears quickly because it is taking load it was not meant to.
Putting it right: The frame is re-plumbed or re-fixed, gaps brought back within tolerance, and the hardware adjusted or replaced. Where the frame itself has swollen or split it is the frame that needs changing, not the shutter.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 4021 (door and window frames).
MonitorBedroom 2 / Guest Bedroom
Wall and ceiling paint finish
Wall crack observed at corner of wardrobe area.
Right above the hollow tile. This looks cosmetic.
But good to check with builder once.
Why this matters: Uneven putty, thin coverage and patchy touch-up marks are visible under any raking light, and they are the finish the owner looks at every day. Paint applied over a surface that was not properly prepared also lifts early, so the defect returns rather than wearing out.
Putting it right: The surface is rubbed back, putty made good and levelled, and the affected area recoated in full — wall to wall rather than in patches, because a spot-coat shows as a patch whatever the colour match.
MonitorBedroom 2 / Guest Bedroom
Floor level, joints and skirting
1. Hollowness observed at R4 C3
2. Uneven tile observed at R1C1, R2C1
3. Tile chip-off observed at R6C5
Why this matters: Tiles laid without a full bed of mortar beneath them sound hollow and work loose over time. The grout lines fail first, then water gets into the bedding, and the tile eventually cracks or lifts underfoot.
Putting it right: The affected tiles are lifted, the bedding mortar made good to a full bed, and the tiles re-laid and re-grouted. Patching only the worst tile tends to recur, because the neighbouring bedding is usually no better.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 15622 (pressed ceramic tiles).
MonitorBedroom 2 / Guest Bedroom
Window shutters, mesh and latch
1. Mosquito mess provision available but not provided.
2. Screw cap not provided for window frame
Why this matters: Doors, windows and shutters that are out of plumb or badly gapped do not seal. They let in dust and noise, bind or rattle as the frame moves with the seasons, and the ironmongery wears quickly because it is taking load it was not meant to.
Putting it right: The frame is re-plumbed or re-fixed, gaps brought back within tolerance, and the hardware adjusted or replaced. Where the frame itself has swollen or split it is the frame that needs changing, not the shutter.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 4021 (door and window frames).
MonitorBedroom 2 / Guest Bedroom
Window grill / safety mesh
Window grill not provided
Why this matters: Doors, windows and shutters that are out of plumb or badly gapped do not seal. They let in dust and noise, bind or rattle as the frame moves with the seasons, and the ironmongery wears quickly because it is taking load it was not meant to.
Putting it right: The frame is re-plumbed or re-fixed, gaps brought back within tolerance, and the hardware adjusted or replaced. Where the frame itself has swollen or split it is the frame that needs changing, not the shutter.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 4021 (door and window frames).
MonitorBedroom 3 / Guest Bedroom
Ceiling finish and false ceiling edges
Uneven cement work in the outside ceiling finish.
Why this matters: A false ceiling that is poorly levelled or inadequately supported sags visibly along its joints, and the boards crack at the corners as it moves. It is also the first thing to show any leak from the slab above it.
Putting it right: The suspension is re-levelled and additional hangers added where the spans are too long, then joints are re-taped, finished and repainted.
MonitorBedroom 3 / Guest Bedroom
Window shutters, mesh and latch
Mosquito net provision available but not installed/provided
Why this matters: Doors, windows and shutters that are out of plumb or badly gapped do not seal. They let in dust and noise, bind or rattle as the frame moves with the seasons, and the ironmongery wears quickly because it is taking load it was not meant to.
Putting it right: The frame is re-plumbed or re-fixed, gaps brought back within tolerance, and the hardware adjusted or replaced. Where the frame itself has swollen or split it is the frame that needs changing, not the shutter.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 4021 (door and window frames).
MonitorBedroom 3 / Guest Bedroom
Window grill / safety mesh
Window grill not provided
Why this matters: Doors, windows and shutters that are out of plumb or badly gapped do not seal. They let in dust and noise, bind or rattle as the frame moves with the seasons, and the ironmongery wears quickly because it is taking load it was not meant to.
Putting it right: The frame is re-plumbed or re-fixed, gaps brought back within tolerance, and the hardware adjusted or replaced. Where the frame itself has swollen or split it is the frame that needs changing, not the shutter.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 4021 (door and window frames).
MonitorGuest Bathroom
Taps, mixers and shower leakage
Tap not provided yet in the common bathroom
Why this matters: A leaking or badly fitted plumbing item wastes water continuously and wets the structure around it. Inside a wall or under a sunk slab it can run for months before it shows, and by then the damage is to the finishes rather than to the fitting.
Putting it right: The fitting, joint or run is reworked and tested under pressure, and any wet area it has reached is dried and made good once the leak has been proven stopped.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 1172 (water supply, drainage and sanitation) and NBC 2016 Part 9.
MonitorGuest Bathroom
Bathroom False Ceiling
False Ceiling channel needs to be fixed properly
Why this matters: A false ceiling that is poorly levelled or inadequately supported sags visibly along its joints, and the boards crack at the corners as it moves. It is also the first thing to show any leak from the slab above it.
Putting it right: The suspension is re-levelled and additional hangers added where the spans are too long, then joints are re-taped, finished and repainted.
MonitorMaster Bathroom
Floor slope towards drain
Water storage observed near drainage. Needs a better sloping.
Why this matters: Tiles laid without a full bed of mortar beneath them sound hollow and work loose over time. The grout lines fail first, then water gets into the bedding, and the tile eventually cracks or lifts underfoot.
Putting it right: The affected tiles are lifted, the bedding mortar made good to a full bed, and the tiles re-laid and re-grouted. Patching only the worst tile tends to recur, because the neighbouring bedding is usually no better.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 15622 (pressed ceramic tiles).
MonitorMaster Bathroom
Wall tile alignment and grouting
1. Hollowness observed at the tile near drain.
2. Hollowness observed at dado tile wall 1 quadrant 4
3. Hollowness observed at dado tile wall 3 quadrant 2
Why this matters: Tiles laid without a full bed of mortar beneath them sound hollow and work loose over time. The grout lines fail first, then water gets into the bedding, and the tile eventually cracks or lifts underfoot.
Putting it right: The affected tiles are lifted, the bedding mortar made good to a full bed, and the tiles re-laid and re-grouted. Patching only the worst tile tends to recur, because the neighbouring bedding is usually no better.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 15622 (pressed ceramic tiles).
MonitorMaster Bathroom
Taps, mixers and shower leakage
Tap not provided
Why this matters: A leaking or badly fitted plumbing item wastes water continuously and wets the structure around it. Inside a wall or under a sunk slab it can run for months before it shows, and by then the damage is to the finishes rather than to the fitting.
Putting it right: The fitting, joint or run is reworked and tested under pressure, and any wet area it has reached is dried and made good once the leak has been proven stopped.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 1172 (water supply, drainage and sanitation) and NBC 2016 Part 9.
MonitorMaster Bathroom
Shower zone slope, ledge and partition
Slope drainage slow. Needs checking!
Why this matters: Common-area and safety provisions are what the building relies on when something goes wrong, so a defect here is only discovered at the worst possible moment.
Putting it right: The item is repaired or provided to the approved specification for the building and retested on completion.
MonitorMaster Bathroom
Bathroom door, threshold and lock
Gap between door frame and the wall need to be filled properly
Why this matters: Doors, windows and shutters that are out of plumb or badly gapped do not seal. They let in dust and noise, bind or rattle as the frame moves with the seasons, and the ironmongery wears quickly because it is taking load it was not meant to.
Putting it right: The frame is re-plumbed or re-fixed, gaps brought back within tolerance, and the hardware adjusted or replaced. Where the frame itself has swollen or split it is the frame that needs changing, not the shutter.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 4021 (door and window frames).
MonitorBalconies & Railings
Balcony floor slope and drain outlet
Water drainage not working as expected. Water logging see close to railings wall.
Why this matters: Tiles laid without a full bed of mortar beneath them sound hollow and work loose over time. The grout lines fail first, then water gets into the bedding, and the tile eventually cracks or lifts underfoot.
Putting it right: The affected tiles are lifted, the bedding mortar made good to a full bed, and the tiles re-laid and re-grouted. Patching only the worst tile tends to recur, because the neighbouring bedding is usually no better.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 15622 (pressed ceramic tiles).
MonitorBalconies & Railings
Balcony floor tile
1. Crack tile found near drain outlet. The tile is attached to the railing wall
2. Hollowness observed at balcony R4C3
3. Uneven tile observed at balcony R9C2, R9C3
Why this matters: Tiles laid without a full bed of mortar beneath them sound hollow and work loose over time. The grout lines fail first, then water gets into the bedding, and the tile eventually cracks or lifts underfoot.
Putting it right: The affected tiles are lifted, the bedding mortar made good to a full bed, and the tiles re-laid and re-grouted. Patching only the worst tile tends to recur, because the neighbouring bedding is usually no better.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 15622 (pressed ceramic tiles).
MonitorElectrical Systems
Distribution board labelling and MCBs
MCB labelling has to be done.
Why this matters: Electrical defects do not improve on their own, and the ones that matter are invisible until something is plugged in: a point wired with reversed polarity, a circuit with no earth continuity, or a residual-current device that does not trip when tested.
Putting it right: Each affected point or circuit is retested, and the wiring, polarity, earthing or protective device corrected at the distribution board or at the point itself. Retesting after the work is what closes it out, not the repair.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 732 (electrical wiring installations) and IS 3043 (earthing).
MonitorPlumbing & Water Supply
Water quality: TDS, hardness and odour
Hard water observed. TDS over 500.
Why this matters: A leaking or badly fitted plumbing item wastes water continuously and wets the structure around it. Inside a wall or under a sunk slab it can run for months before it shows, and by then the damage is to the finishes rather than to the fitting.
Putting it right: The fitting, joint or run is reworked and tested under pressure, and any wet area it has reached is dried and made good once the leak has been proven stopped.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 1172 (water supply, drainage and sanitation) and NBC 2016 Part 9.
MonitorPlumbing & Water Supply
Drainage flow and standing water
Found issues in bathrooms and balcony
Why this matters: A leaking or badly fitted plumbing item wastes water continuously and wets the structure around it. Inside a wall or under a sunk slab it can run for months before it shows, and by then the damage is to the finishes rather than to the fitting.
Putting it right: The fitting, joint or run is reworked and tested under pressure, and any wet area it has reached is dried and made good once the leak has been proven stopped.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 1172 (water supply, drainage and sanitation) and NBC 2016 Part 9.
MonitorStructural, Dampness & Water Leakage
Area measurement
Very very minute area measurement difference.
So all good here.
Why this matters: Damp that is already visible has been travelling through the wall or slab for some time. Left alone it lifts paint and putty, blows the plaster, corrodes any reinforcement it reaches, and reappears a short distance away after each monsoon.
Putting it right: The source of the water is traced first — a failed membrane, a blocked outlet, a cracked joint or an adjoining wet area — and treated at that point. Re-plastering or repainting over damp hides it for one season and no longer.
Workmanship for this trade is governed by IS 2645 (integral waterproofing compounds) and NBC 2016.
Full Inspection Checklist
Entry, Foyer, Living & DiningKitchenUtility & Service AreaBedroom 1 / Master BedroomBedroom 2 / Guest BedroomBedroom 3 / Guest BedroomGuest BathroomMaster BathroomBalconies & RailingsDoor Frames, Shutters & HardwareWindows, Sliding Doors & GlazingElectrical SystemsPlumbing & Water SupplyStructural, Dampness & Water Leakage
Entry, Foyer, Living & Dining
6 issues11 ok
| Checkpoint | Status | Inspector Comment |
|---|---|---|
Main door frame alignment and closing | Recommended to fix | Main door frame slightly missaligned. Crack between door frame and wall - Need better caulking or sealing. |
Main door lock | OK | — |
Door viewer, calling bell and intercom | Monitor | Door Viewer not installed. Only hole provided. Calling bell and intercom not inspected. |
Foyer flooring, skirting and niche finish | Monitor | Hollowness observed at the below places: Attn: R - Row , C - Column R4C2 = Row 4 and Column 2. R4 C2 R6 4C R10 C1 R11 C5 R12 C1 Crack observed at R4 C3 |
Living room wall and paint finish | Recommended to fix | Uneven paint finishing at the corner of the balcony and living room - The right corner. See attached image. |
Living room wall plumb and squareness | OK | Visual inspection looked okay. |
Wall plaster flatness | OK | — |
Living/dining flooring level and joints | OK | — |
Skirting alignment and floor junction | OK | — |
False ceiling and edge finishing | OK | False ceiling not installed. So, not inspected |
Ceiling soffit cracks and patch marks | OK | — |
Living area switchboards and socket points | Monitor | The electrical light point above the switchboard, which is attached to the balcony wall is not working. |
TV, internet and AC point provision | OK | Visual inspection looked okay. Points provided and checked. |
Light points, [redacted] lighting and fan hook | OK | Not applicable. Visually inspected - No lights were installed. |
Living/dining window glazing and seal | Recommended to fix | The balcony door has an uneven finish from the outside. The window close to main door has a screw cap is missing from the frame. |
Curtain rod blocking above windows | OK | Not provided/inspected |
Dining wash basin, tap and drain | OK | Not provided |
Kitchen
5 issues11 ok
| Checkpoint | Status | Inspector Comment |
|---|---|---|
Kitchen counter level and slope | Monitor | Kitchen counter not provided. |
Counter slab joints, edge polish and overhang | Monitor | Kitchen counter/slab not provided. |
Cabinet shutter alignment and hinges | OK | Not yet installed |
Cabinet internals, drawers and channels | OK | Not yet installed |
Sink trap and under-sink leakage | OK | Not yet installed |
Sink bowl fixing and drain board slope | OK | Not yet installed |
Hot and cold inlet points with angle valves | OK | — |
Dado tiling and sealant quality | Monitor | Dado tile yet to be installed |
Gas pipeline / PNG-LPG point safety | Monitor | Gas connection not provided |
Chimney duct, exhaust outlet and hob cutout | OK | Not yet installed |
Kitchen power points and RCD protection | OK | Inspected - all okay |
Water purifier point and drain | OK | Visually inspected - Point provided. Not installed. |
Kitchen floor level | OK | — |
Kitchen window, mesh and ventilation | Monitor | Mosquito mess not installed. Provision to install is available. |
Loft slab, shutters and access | OK | Not inspected |
Fittings brand/model matches builder specification | OK | Not inspected - no fittings installed yet. Builder specification not provided. |
Utility & Service Area
9 ok
| Checkpoint | Status | Inspector Comment |
|---|---|---|
Utility area plumbing/electrical points | OK | Checked plumbing and electrical points within kitchen. Everything looked okay. |
Washing machine inlet, drain and power | OK | Provision provided - All electrical work looks good. |
Utility floor slope to drain | OK | Not applicable. |
Utility sink, tap and waste connection | OK | Addressed within kitchen area. |
Water inlet line, meter and shutoff | OK | Not applicable |
LPG cylinder space and ventilation | OK | Not applicable as utility section is not available. |
Cloth drying provision | OK | Not applicable as utility section is not available. |
Utility door, mesh shutter and lock | OK | Not applicable as utility section is not available. |
Utility waterproofing and adjoining wall | OK | Not applicable as utility section is not available. |
Bedroom 1 / Master Bedroom
4 issues10 ok
| Checkpoint | Status | Inspector Comment |
|---|---|---|
Wall surface and paint finish | Monitor | Minor crack found in Wall one - the wall with the door is wall one. The crack is touched up with paint, looks like a cosmetic issue not structural. Check with builder once. |
Flooring finish and skirting line | Monitor | Wall skirting needs to have a better finish. Better caulking or sealing needed. |
Skirting gaps and corner mitres | OK | — |
Ceiling and cornice finish | OK | — |
Wardrobe shutters and internal fitment | OK | Not applicable |
Wardrobe shelves, drawers and hanging rod | OK | Not applicable |
Window operation and weather seal | OK | — |
Window grill / safety mesh | Monitor | Window grill/safety mesh not installed. Mosquito net provision provided, but not installed. |
Switchboards, sockets and AC point | OK | — |
AC sleeve, drain slope and outdoor unit space | OK | — |
TV, telephone and data points | OK | — |
Bedroom door, latch and privacy lock | Monitor | Master bedroom handle door not auto locking |
Attached bathroom door and water barrier | OK | — |
Balcony door, threshold and water stop | OK | Not Applicable |
Bedroom 2 / Guest Bedroom
5 issues5 ok
| Checkpoint | Status | Inspector Comment |
|---|---|---|
Wall and ceiling paint finish | Monitor | Wall crack observed at corner of wardrobe area. Right above the hollow tile. This looks cosmetic. But good to check with builder once. |
Floor level, joints and skirting | Monitor | 1. Hollowness observed at R4 C3 2. Uneven tile observed at R1C1, R2C1 3. Tile chip-off observed at R6C5 |
Ceiling finish and false ceiling edges | OK | Ceiling checked, False ceiling not applicable. |
Door shutter, latch and stopper | Recommended to fix | 1. Uneven gap observed between door and door frame 2. Handle auto lock not working. |
Window shutters, mesh and latch | Monitor | 1. Mosquito mess provision available but not provided. 2. Screw cap not provided for window frame |
Window grill / safety mesh | Monitor | Window grill not provided |
Wardrobe provision and fitment | OK | Not Applicable |
Power points and light fixtures | OK | — |
AC point, sleeve and drain | OK | — |
TV and data points | OK | — |
Bedroom 3 / Guest Bedroom
5 issues5 ok
| Checkpoint | Status | Inspector Comment |
|---|---|---|
Wall and ceiling paint finish | OK | No issues observed |
Floor level, joints and skirting | Recommended to fix | Scratches observed at multiple tiles: R1C3, R1C4, R1C5, R2C4, R3C6, R4C1, R4C6 |
Ceiling finish and false ceiling edges | Monitor | Uneven cement work in the outside ceiling finish. |
Door shutter, latch and stopper | Recommended to fix | Handle auto lock not working. |
Window shutters, mesh and latch | Monitor | Mosquito net provision available but not installed/provided |
Window grill / safety mesh | Monitor | Window grill not provided |
Wardrobe provision and fitment | OK | Not applicable as wardrobe not installed. |
Power points and light fixtures | OK | — |
AC point, sleeve and drain | OK | — |
TV and data points | OK | — |
Guest Bathroom
5 issues17 ok
| Checkpoint | Status | Inspector Comment |
|---|---|---|
Floor slope towards drain | Recommended to fix | Faulty Drainage in common bathroom. The slope needs to be checked for proper drainage. |
Floor trap, grating and drainage speed | Recommended to fix | Slow drainage - needs checking. Hollowness observed at the floor tile near drain |
Wall tile alignment and grouting | Recommended to fix | Wall 1 - The entry wall -One with the door Wall 2 - The Left wall Wall 3 - The wall opposite to entry wall Wall 4 - The right wall. Quadrant 1 is the right top of the wall Quadrant 2 is the right bottom of the wall Quadrant 3 is the left bottom of the wall Quadrant 4. is the left top o 1. Hollowness observed at Wall 4 - (Quadrant 3 tiles) f the wall 2. Uneven tile observed at Wall 4 quadrant 3 3. Dado tile chip-off observed at Wall 2 quadrant 3 |
Tile joint width, grout and cut placement | OK | — |
Taps, mixers and shower leakage | Monitor | Tap not provided yet in the common bathroom |
CP fittings brand/model match specification | OK | — |
Health faucet, angle valve and fixing | OK | — |
WC fixing, seat and flush operation | OK | — |
Wash basin, counter, waste and trap | OK | — |
Sanitaryware free from chips, cracks and stains | OK | — |
Under-counter basin support and fixing | OK | — |
Bottle trap, angle cock and connection hoses | OK | — |
Shower zone slope, ledge and partition | OK | — |
Exhaust fan and geyser point | OK | — |
Geyser dedicated MCB and clearance | OK | — |
Exhaust duct termination and shaft | OK | — |
Water pressure and flow at all outlets  | OK | Water pressure as per standard specifications - between 1.5 to 5. Observed 3 kg/cm2 |
Mirror, shelf and accessory fixing | OK | Not applicable |
Bathroom door, threshold and lock | OK | — |
Concealed plumbing access panel | OK | — |
Signs of waterproofing failure | OK | — |
Bathroom False Ceiling | Monitor | False Ceiling channel needs to be fixed properly |
Master Bathroom
6 issues16 ok
| Checkpoint | Status | Inspector Comment |
|---|---|---|
Floor slope towards drain | Monitor | Water storage observed near drainage. Needs a better sloping. |
Floor trap, grating and drainage speed | OK | — |
Wall tile alignment and grouting | Monitor | 1. Hollowness observed at the tile near drain. 2. Hollowness observed at dado tile wall 1 quadrant 4 3. Hollowness observed at dado tile wall 3 quadrant 2 |
Tile joint width, grout and cut placement | OK | — |
Taps, mixers and shower leakage | Monitor | Tap not provided |
CP fittings brand/model match specification | OK | — |
Health faucet, angle valve and fixing | OK | — |
WC fixing, seat and flush operation | OK | — |
Wash basin, counter, waste and trap | OK | — |
Sanitaryware free from chips, cracks and stains | OK | — |
Under-counter basin support and fixing | OK | — |
Bottle trap, angle cock and connection hoses | OK | — |
Shower zone slope, ledge and partition | Monitor | Slope drainage slow. Needs checking! |
Exhaust fan and geyser point | OK | — |
Geyser dedicated MCB and clearance | OK | — |
Exhaust duct termination and shaft | OK | — |
Water pressure and flow at all outlets | OK | — |
Mirror, shelf and accessory fixing | OK | — |
Bathroom door, threshold and lock | Monitor | Gap between door frame and the wall need to be filled properly |
Concealed plumbing access panel | OK | — |
Signs of waterproofing failure | OK | — |
Bathroom False Ceiling | Recommended to fix | False Ceiling channel needs to be fixed. |
Balconies & Railings
2 issues9 ok
| Checkpoint | Status | Inspector Comment |
|---|---|---|
Balcony floor slope and drain outlet | Monitor | Water drainage not working as expected. Water logging see close to railings wall. |
Balcony floor tile and anti-skid finish | OK | — |
Railing fixing and height | OK | — |
Railing height and baluster gap | OK | — |
Glass railing marking and fixing | OK | — |
Balcony door threshold and water stop | OK | — |
Balcony soffit, drip mould and paint | OK | — |
Parapet wall finish and coping | OK | — |
Balcony light point and weatherproofing | OK | — |
Seepage into the adjoining room | OK | — |
Balcony floor tile | Monitor | 1. Crack tile found near drain outlet. The tile is attached to the railing wall 2. Hollowness observed at balcony R4C3 3. Uneven tile observed at balcony R9C2, R9C3 |
Door Frames, Shutters & Hardware
14 ok
| Checkpoint | Status | Inspector Comment |
|---|---|---|
Door frames: material, plumb and finish | OK | — |
Frame free of cracks and open internal joints | OK | Door frame crack observed in main door. Already discussed in Living area section. |
No gap between frame, beading/architrave and wall | OK | Master bedroom door alignment issue between door and frame. Already discussed in Bedroom1 /Master bedroom |
Frame, beading and architrave undamaged | OK | — |
No gap between frame and finished floor | OK | Master bedroom door has an uneven gap. |
Lock receiving (strike) plate fixed | OK | — |
Door shutter perimeter gap | OK | — |
Shutter free from chips, scratches and cracks | OK | — |
Hinges, handles, bolts and stoppers | OK | — |
Hinge screws complete and rust-free | OK | — |
Lock, handle and tower bolt operate smoothly | OK | Auto locking not working as expected in bedroom. Highlighted in all bedroom sections. |
Doors operate easily and noiselessly | OK | — |
Shutter warping, swelling or delamination | OK | — |
Veneer/laminate polish finish | OK | — |
Windows, Sliding Doors & Glazing
14 ok
| Checkpoint | Status | Inspector Comment |
|---|---|---|
Window frame external sealant | OK | — |
Frame corner joints free of gaps | OK | — |
Sliding rollers, track and locking | OK | — |
Sealing felt (brush pile) fitted in the frame | OK | — |
Drain (weep) holes in the bottom track | OK | — |
Sliding stopper and hook lock on every shutter | OK | — |
Handle fitted and lock operating smoothly | OK | — |
Shutter free from breakage, scratches or cracks | OK | — |
Glass thickness, beading and scratches | OK | — |
Rubber glazing gasket fixed properly | OK | — |
Glass cleaned of cement, paint and stickers | OK | — |
Mosquito mesh shutters, fit and damage | OK | Not Applicable as its not installed. |
External sill slope and drip | OK | — |
Rain water ingress test | OK | Not inspected. |
Electrical Systems
2 issues19 ok
| Checkpoint | Status | Inspector Comment |
|---|---|---|
Distribution board labelling and MCBs | Monitor | MCB labelling has to be done. |
Circuit diagram provided at the flat DB  | OK | — |
MCB ratings and circuit separation  | OK | — |
Earthing and RCD/RCCB function | OK | — |
Earth resistance measurement | OK | — |
RCCB/ELCB trip test | OK | — |
Line-neutral polarity at sockets | OK | — |
Socket and switch count per room | OK | — |
Every switch, regulator and dimmer | Recommended to fix | Hall Wall 3 wall point is not working. |
Switch and [redacted]r plates fixed properly | OK | No issues observed |
Switch plates aligned horizontally | OK | No issues observed |
Fan regulator fitted on the switch plate | OK | No issues observed |
Gaps and mould around the DB and switch boxes | OK | No issues observed |
Dummy/blank plates on unused boxes | OK | — |
Concealed wiring, conduit and junction boxes | OK | — |
Light fixtures, fans and fixing | OK | Not applicable |
Surge protection device at the DB | OK | No issues observed |
Inverter/UPS and DG backup circuit | OK | — |
BESCOM meter and sanctioned load | OK | Not inspected |
TV, telephone and internet cabling | OK | — |
Fire safety and emergency egress | OK | Not inspected |
Plumbing & Water Supply
2 issues12 ok
| Checkpoint | Status | Inspector Comment |
|---|---|---|
Plumbing pressure test evidence  | OK | Water pressure is normal |
Water source: Cauvery/BWSSB and borewell | OK | Not inspected |
Water quality: TDS, hardness and odour | Monitor | Hard water observed. TDS over 500. |
Overhead tank, level indicator and access | OK | Not inspected |
Underground sump capacity and [redacted]r | OK | Not Inspected |
Individual water meter | OK | Not Inspected |
Booster/hydro-pneumatic pump operation | OK | Not inspected |
Main and zone shutoff valves | OK | As per standard specifications |
Hot water line insulation and routing | OK | No issues observed |
Drainage flow and standing water | Monitor | Found issues in bathrooms and balcony |
Sewage connection to STP or BWSSB main | OK | Not Inspected |
Rainwater harvesting system | OK | Not Inspected |
Solar water heater provision | OK | Not Inspected |
Concealed pipe leak scan  | OK | No issues observed |
Structural, Dampness & Water Leakage
1 issue15 ok
| Checkpoint | Status | Inspector Comment |
|---|---|---|
Crack width classification | OK | Two cosmetic cracks observed. Discussed in previous sections. |
Beam-column junction and honeycombing | OK | No issues observed |
Slab soffit deflection or sagging | OK | No issues observed |
Cracks at lintel and sill level | OK | No issues observed |
Plaster hollowness by tapping | OK | No issues observed |
Floor flatness under a straightedge | OK | No issues observed |
Tile hollow sound and lippage | OK | Tile hollows found. Discussed in other sections above. |
Wall moisture meter readings | OK | No issues observed |
Ceiling water stains and efflorescence | OK | No issues observed |
Seepage on walls shared with neighbours | OK | Not applicable. Couldn't check the seepage from floor above. |
External wall rain penetration | OK | Not applicable - But not plaster cracks found. |
Wet area pond test | OK | Not applicable |
Sunk slab filling and waterproofing | OK | Not applicable |
Terrace waterproofing above the unit | OK | Not applicable |
Thermal imaging scan         | OK | No dampness or leakage observed via thermal scans. |
Area measurement | Monitor | Very very minute area measurement difference. So all good here. |
Report ID: SMPLGXM9YR
Generated: 1 November 2026
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