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Property Condition Assessments

If you are considering investing in real estate, whether as an occupant, an investor or a lender, it is important to have a clear understanding of what you are buying. Current property condition, maintenance history and future improvement costs are important factors to be considered prior to a purchase.

Zimmer’s inspection process will begin with a review of all available building drawings, service contracts and maintenance files. Interviews will be conducted with the current ownership and/or building management as well as existing tenants if applicable. A complete facility survey and report will include a general narrative of the building and will be supported by photography to illustrate conditions.

Zimmer’s in-house expertise extends to all building systems. Senior property managers at Zimmer have extensive experience in inspecting both the interior and exterior of a building from the perspective of identifying maintenance deficiencies. In addition, their background in budget preparation, plus access to vendors who can provide specialty inspections and pricing, provide an in-depth analysis of a building’s condition.

Inspections include::

Exterior Condition Assessment

  • Building foundation
  • Retaining walls
  • Fences
  • Exterior walls
  • Doors and window systems
  • Stairs, entrances, handrails
  • Exterior lighting


Pavement & Parking Areas

  • Condition of paved surfaces
  • Adequacy of drainage
  • Condition of curbs, gutters and sidewalks


Roofing

  • Flashing
  • Expansion joints
  • Roof penetrations
  • Field conditions
  • Roof mounted equipment
  • Underside roof deck and ceilings

Interior Finishes & Appliances

  • Doors and hardware
  • Common areas including bathrooms, entrances, lobbies, elevators and hallways


Safety, Fire Protection & Security Systems

  • Type
  • Location
  • Extent of visual defects


Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing

  • Spot check inspection of electrical,  mechanical, and janitorial room equipment and maintenance history


Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

  • Identify non-compliance issues with parking accommodations, exterior path of travel, public restrooms and elevators

 

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