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Older-building unit inspection

Older-building unit inspection in Wan Chai District

Plan a older-building unit inspection in Wan Chai District: timing, preparation, accessible scope and limitations, with 30 residential and commercial directory entries in Wan Chai.

Older-building unit inspection

Older-building unit inspection in Wan Chai: focus

Focus on visible, accessible ageing finishes, water staining, windows, plumbing and fittings within the unit. Age alone does not establish defects or safety; a unit inspection is not a whole-building structural assessment or statutory inspection.

Before booking

  • Share available records of water, window or pipe repairs
  • Safely clear movable obstructions from inspection areas
  • Confirm lifts, stair flights and permission for any roof access

Inspection types

Four inspection types in Wan Chai

Scope

What we check and where the limits are

Interior inspection focus

  • Doors, windows, glass, seals, locks and hardware
  • Walls, ceilings, plaster, paint and flooring
  • Tiles, marble, cabinetry and false ceilings
  • Operable plumbing, electrical and communication fittings and included appliances
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Access and operating conditions

Inspection covers visible, accessible areas inside the unit. Concealed finishes and disconnected or unauthorised equipment are noted as limitations; general unit inspection does not replace structural assessments or statutory certification.

The water-jet test requires permission and costs an additional HK$200. Confirm arrangements when booking.

Arrangements

Pricing, booking and report

Stairs cost an additional HK$80 per floor. Confirm any remote-area fee for the actual address when booking.

  • Pricing

    Residential and commercial units use HK$4.5 per sq ft of usable area, subject to area-tier minimum charges; stair and remote-area fees apply separately.

    Pricing
  • Booking

    Inspections run daily 09:00–18:00. Same-day slots may be possible depending on availability; the date is fixed only once the booking is confirmed.

    Process
  • Report

    An electronic report without photos is normally issued on the next business day.

    Report content and use

Local preparation

Before booking in Wan Chai

Wan Chai

For Wan Chai mixed-use properties, state the unit’s actual use. Bring renovation quotations and equipment lists where relevant; common corridors, lifts and building systems are not automatically included.

Causeway Bay

For Causeway Bay shops and offices, have an authorised person confirm access times and permission to operate equipment. Residential enquiries should give the building entrance and unit, not only a nearby mall.

Happy Valley

For second-hand or occupied Happy Valley units, list retained furniture, fixed cabinets and operable appliances. Obstructed areas are recorded as limitations; finishes do not establish hidden pipe condition.

Tai Hang

For Tai Hang standalone buildings, confirm the street number, floor and lift access. Share available window-replacement or waterproofing records to help review visible finishes and operation.

Inspection and follow-up

What to do after inspection

Organise delivery and work records

List known water stains, window or pipe replacements and repairs without assuming causes.

Follow up by issue location

After receiving the electronic report without photos, organise findings by location and item number and request an itemised response from the developer, owner or contractor. Your own photos can support your follow-up records.

Recheck the repaired locations

Confirm repair progress and site conditions before checking the same locations. For a separately booked reinspection, send the recheck list and agree scope, availability and the separate fee first.

Report and rectification guide →Reinspection preparation →

Neighbourhoods

Neighbourhoods in Wan Chai

Many Hong Kong Island units sit on slopes or are stair-access only. Tell us about lifts and walk-up floors when booking so any stair fee can be confirmed.

District directory

Property and address directory for Wan Chai

30 directory entries: 13 residential, 17 commercial. Search by Chinese or English name, address or district. For an unlisted unit, send the address directly.

FAQ

Booking questions

What should I provide for older-building unit inspection at Wan Chai?

Provide the complete building, phase/block, floor and unit, usable floor area and preferred date. Explain the handover or renovation stage, utilities and access permission.

What should I prepare if there are stains or cracks?

Record the location, when it was first noticed and changes during normal use or weather, and keep repair records. Do not cover it with paint or dismantle finishes to investigate; appearance alone does not establish cause or structural safety. Arrange the relevant professional assessment where needed.

Must I remove fixed cabinets or ceilings first?

Do not dismantle fixed finishes for a general inspection. Safely clear movable items and identify concealed or inaccessible spaces behind cabinets or ceilings; inspection is limited to visible, accessible areas and obstructions are recorded.

How is the inspection fee calculated for Wan Chai?

The fee uses HK$4.5 per sq ft of usable floor area with area-tier minimum charges. Stairs cost HK$80 per floor; applicable location and optional water-jet test fees are separate. Send the full address to confirm the total quote.

When will I receive the report, and does it include photos?

The electronic report is normally issued on the next business day. It records issue locations and inspection results without photos. Owners follow up rectification with the developer or contractor; a separately booked reinspection is chargeable.