Expert report on damp, cracks and hidden defects
An expert report on damage to a home costs from €350 + VAT. Most fall between €350 and €1,500, depending on the complexity, the tests and whether the case goes to court. In Almería published prices for this work range from €300 to €9,000.
Confirming the report in court, from €250 per session.
What is included
Included
- Visit and inspection
- Photographs, measurements and, if needed, thermal imaging
- Diagnosis of the causes and a repair proposal
- Cost valuation of the damage
Not included
- Laboratory tests
- Confirming the report in court
When you need it
- You have damp or cracks in a new home
- You have bought a house with defects that could not be seen
- You need to claim against the insurer or the community of owners
How we do it
Visit
Inspection and data collection.
Diagnosis
Cause and solution.
Report
In writing, with a valuation.
What we need from you
- Photos of the damage
- Purchase or building contract, if you are making a claim
What the regulations say
Spain's building act, the Ley de Ordenación de la Edificación, sets liability periods of one, three and ten years depending on the type of defect. The report helps to establish which one yours falls under.
Project types for this service
Questions about expert report
Can it be used in court?
Yes. If the case reaches court, we appear to confirm the report.
How long do I have to make a claim?
It depends on the defect: one, three or ten years from the handover of the works, under the Ley de Ordenación de la Edificación.
Shall we take a look?
Send us the cadastral reference or a few photos on WhatsApp and we will tell you the next step.