🏡 Introduction: Don’t Assume It’s Perfect After Handover
You’ve signed the handover documents, received your keys, and are ready to move in or lease your new Dubai property. But the work isn’t over yet. In fact, some of the most critical inspections happen after handover — during the Defect Liability Period (DLP).
That’s where a post-handover inspection becomes essential.
Even brand-new properties in Dubai can have hidden defects that show up days or weeks after move-in. Whether it’s a leak, faulty AC, or poor waterproofing — if you don’t catch and report them within the DLP, you’ll pay for them yourself later.
🔍 What Is a Post-Handover Property Inspection?
A post-handover inspection is a detailed assessment of the property’s condition after the owner has taken possession, typically within the 1-year DLP (Defect Liability Period) offered by developers.
It focuses on:
- ✅ Missed snags during handover
- ✅ New issues that developed post-occupancy
- ✅ Validating repair work done by the developer
- ✅ Ensuring full functionality of all systems before the DLP expires
📋 What Should Be Checked During a Post-Handover Inspection?
At Property Inspection Dubai, our post-handover inspections cover:
| Category | What We Check |
|---|---|
| 🧱 Structural | Cracks in walls, ceiling joints, tile settlement |
| 🎨 Finishes | Paint defects, chips, peeling, dirty patches |
| 🛁 Bathrooms | Drainage speed, moisture damage, water pressure |
| 🔌 Electrical | Switches, sockets, DB faults, tripping breakers |
| ❄️ HVAC | Airflow, cooling, duct condition, noise |
| 🚰 Plumbing | Leaks, water heaters, pressure consistency |
| 🏞️ Balconies | Slope issues, railing stability, water pooling |
| 🌡️ Thermal Check | AC duct leakage, pipe insulation, underfloor heat loss |
| 💧 Moisture Test | Behind cabinets, under tiles, ceiling corners |
📝 Our inspectors use moisture meters, thermal cameras, socket testers, and more to uncover what your eye can’t see.
📖 Real Example: Post-Handover AC Issue Resolved
A client in Dubai Creek Harbour moved into their 1-bedroom unit and began experiencing poor cooling in the master bedroom. The developer initially dismissed it.
We conducted a post-handover inspection, used a thermal imaging camera, and proved that ductwork in the ceiling had major leakage. The report was submitted under the DLP — and the developer fixed it at no cost to the owner.
⚠️ Why You Shouldn’t Delay a Post-Handover Inspection
- ❌ Minor leaks can become major water damage
- ❌ AC or electrical faults go unreported and become your cost
- ❌ Developer fixes may not be done properly without re-check
- ❌ Once DLP ends, all repairs fall on you
- ✅ Validating developer’s repair work before DLP closes saves time, money, and stress
👤 Who Needs a Post-Handover Inspection?
- 🏠 New homeowners who accepted handover without snagging
- 🧳 Investors who were overseas during delivery
- 🏘️ End-users planning to move in weeks/months after handover
- 📋 Buyers who want to verify completed repairs
- 📆 Owners approaching the end of their DLP
🏆 Why Choose Property Inspection Dubai?
- ✅ 12-hour report delivery
- ✅ InterNACHI Certified | DED & RERA Approved
- ✅ 300+ inspections monthly
- ✅ Advanced tools included: thermal, moisture, socket testing
- ✅ Transparent pricing — starts from AED 349
- ✅ DLP-specific reporting available
- ✅ Service across all major communities and developers
✅ Certified. Timely. Developer-Aware.
We are fully certified by DED, approved by RERA, and proudly InterNACHI-accredited — providing expert post-handover snagging services for properties across Dubai.
📲 Book Your Post-Handover Inspection Before Your DLP Expires
Protect your property and your wallet. Let us find the issues now — while the developer still has to fix them.
📍 Visit: https://propertyinspectiondubai.ae
📞 Call or WhatsApp: +971 56 378 7002
🧾 From AED 349 | 📄 Full Report in 12 Hours | 🛡️ DLP-Ready
