Roof:

  • life expectancy of the roof coverings
  • perimeter metal flashings
  • roof vents & plumbing stacks
  • mechanical equipment

Building Envelope

  • signs of possible water ingress around windows and openings
  • exceptional staining, cracks on exterior wall claddings;
    example: E.I.F.S. panels or stucco
  • balconies

Common Areas - Underground Parkades

  • paved driveways / access areas
  • parkade - premature water ingress through concrete walls or ceiling; structural cracks & exposed rebar; adequacy of ventilation & provision for carbon monoxide emission control

Mechanical Equipment

  • general opinion on boilers & domestic water heating systems
  • validation and pressurization of sprinkler systems
  • detection of natural gas emissions

Storage Area

  • installation of sprinkler system and heat sensor
  • provision for adequate ventilation and lighting

Common Areas - Interior

  • provision for adequate fresh air into hallways
  • (if applicable) humidity levels inside swimming pool, hot tub areas

Apartment

  • physical condition
  • electrical, plumbing & heating
  • appliances
  • air quality
  • mold / mildew
  • humidity
  • windows
  • sprinkler heads
  • clothes dryer vents
  • balconies