For condo syndicates

Common Area
Inspection

We perform a visual inspection of the common areas to provide the syndicate with a clear picture of the building's observable condition. This condition survey and informational report can support planning, help prioritize interventions, and, where required, assist with the process surrounding official deliverables assigned to an admissible professional.

Who this service is for

A practical tool for
your syndicate.

Condo syndicates face important decisions about maintenance, capital planning, and building management. An independent visual inspection gives you the on-the-ground information needed to prioritize and act.

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Condo Syndicates

You manage a condo building and need an objective picture of the common areas' condition to plan upcoming work.

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Property Managers

You administer buildings on behalf of syndicates. An independent condition survey supports your recommendations and helps the board make informed decisions.

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Board Members

You sit on the board and want a factual report to guide maintenance priorities and justify decisions to co-owners.

What we inspect

A thorough survey of
common components.

Our inspection covers the building's visible and accessible common elements. The goal is to document the current condition, identify apparent deficiencies, and provide a structured survey that can serve as a basis for planning.

✓ Hallways and entrance lobbies — Floor and wall coverings, lighting, signage, fire doors, access systems

✓ Stairwells — Structure, handrails, treads, emergency lighting, visual compliance

✓ Roofing — Membrane or covering, flashing, drains, rooftop mechanical equipment, signs of aging

✓ Foundations — Visible cracks, water infiltration, efflorescence, perimeter drainage condition

✓ Facades and exterior cladding — Masonry, joints, siding, signs of movement or deterioration

✓ Common balconies and terraces — Structure, railings, surface coverings, drainage slopes

✓ Parking and garage — Concrete structure, cracks, water infiltration, ventilation, lighting

✓ Mechanical rooms — Boiler room, electrical room, centralized ventilation systems, common water heaters

✓ Exterior elements — Landscaping, surface drainage, walkways, retaining walls, exterior lighting

✓ Common windows — Condition of windows, frames, and sealants in shared areas

What you receive

A clear, structured
informational report.

Following the inspection, you receive a detailed report documenting all visual observations. This document serves as a reference for planning and can support the syndicate's next steps.

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Photo documentation

Every observation is accompanied by clear photos identifying the location, the nature of the deficiency, and its apparent condition.

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Structured condition survey

Observations are organized by component and zone, with an indication of apparent priority level for easy reading and planning.

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Priority summary

An overview of the most significant findings, allowing the syndicate to focus on the interventions to consider first.

Regulatory context

How this service fits into
your process.

We perform the visual inspection of the common areas to provide the syndicate with a clear picture of the building's observable condition. This condition survey and informational report can support planning, help prioritize interventions, and, where required, assist with the process surrounding official deliverables assigned to an admissible professional.

This inspection does not replace the official maintenance log or reserve fund study where those are required. It is a visual inspection and condition survey that can support the syndicate's planning and, where required, the work of the admissible professional.

Our approach

Simple, structured,
no surprises.

Initial contact

You describe the building, the number of units, and the syndicate's concerns. We define the scope of the inspection together.

On-site inspection

Our certified inspector performs a complete visual survey of the accessible common areas, documents each finding, and takes detailed photos.

Informational report

You receive a structured report with visual observations, photo documentation, and a summary of observed priorities.

Follow-up and support

We remain available to clarify findings, answer your questions, and, if needed, help guide your next steps.

What sets us apart

Why choose
Inspecteur Élite.

✦ InterNACHI Certified — Ongoing training, rigorous standards, professional ethics.

✦ Insured by Intact — Full professional liability insurance coverage.

✦ Condo experience — Thousands of inspections completed, including many in condo and multi-unit contexts.

✦ Detailed, visual reporting — Complete photo documentation, structured findings, priority summary.

✦ Availability — Service offered 7 days a week, including weekends.

✦ Professional approach — Clear communication, punctuality, respect for the premises and residents.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about
common area inspections.

Everything you need to know before booking a common area inspection for your building.

What does the common area inspection include?+

It is a visual inspection of the building's common components — hallways, entrances, roofing, foundations, facades, parking, common mechanical areas, and exterior elements. We document the visible condition, identify apparent deficiencies, and produce an informational report with photos.

Who is this service for?+

Condo syndicates, property managers, and board members responsible for planning maintenance and capital work on common areas.

Does this service replace the maintenance log or reserve fund study?+

No. This is a visual inspection and informational condition report for the common areas. It can support the syndicate's planning process and, where required, the work of the admissible professional responsible for the official document.

What does the report include?+

The report includes a condition survey with visual observations, detailed photo documentation, notes on apparent deficiencies, and a priority summary. It serves as a planning reference for the syndicate.

What areas are covered during the inspection?+

The inspection covers hallways, entrance lobbies, stairwells, common mechanical rooms, roofing, foundations, facades and cladding, common balconies, parking and garage areas, and exterior common elements such as drainage and landscaping.

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