Service 01
Technical building inspection
A comprehensive assessment of the actual condition of building structures and utilities at properties of responsibility levels I and II.
About the service
A technical building inspection is a set of engineering activities to assess the actual condition of a property's building structures and engineering systems. The result is an official report that serves as the basis for decisions on major repair, reconstruction or demolition of a building.
KAZNICEP LLP carries out technical inspections of properties of responsibility levels I and II in Almaty and other regions of Kazakhstan. Our portfolio includes inspections of schools, residential buildings, administrative buildings, industrial facilities and healthcare properties.
The inspection is carried out in accordance with the building codes of the Republic of Kazakhstan. On completion, the client receives an official report on the technical condition of the structures with recommendations for further operation.
Before starting a major repair or reconstruction of a building — to understand the real condition of the structures.
When cracks, deformations, subsidence or other visible defects of building structures are found.
When the functional use changes or loads on the load-bearing structures increase.
After the standard service life of a building or structure has expired.
When buying, selling or insuring a property.
At the request of supervisory authorities or as part of state expert review.
What is inspected
- Foundations and bases (settlement, deformations, waterproofing condition)
- Load-bearing structures: columns, beams, floor slabs, walls
- Roofing and enclosing structures
- Engineering systems: power supply, water supply, sewerage, heating
- Condition of welds and bolted connections of steel structures
- Seismic resistance of structural elements
Deliverables
- A report on the technical condition of the building structures
- An assessment of the property's compliance with seismic-safety requirements (if needed)
- Recommendations for eliminating identified defects and strengthening structures
- Recommendations for further operation, repair or reconstruction
A report on the technical condition of a building for organisations.
0.02 Pre-design stageA survey of an existing building for design (design documentation).
0.03 Adding floorsFeasibility of adding one or more floors.
0.04 Redevelopment of commercial premisesA report on the feasibility of redeveloping commercial premises.
0.05 Reconstruction and major repairInspection before reconstruction and major repair.
0.06 Adding an extension to a buildingA report on adding an extension to an existing building.
0.07 Load-bearing walls, cracks, strengtheningAssessment of load-bearing structures and strengthening recommendations.
0.08 Seismic assessment of a buildingInspection and verification calculation for seismic loads.
0.09 Post-construction inspectionCompliance with the design and acceptance of a completed property.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a technical building inspection cost?
The cost starts from 200,000 KZT and depends on the property: floor area, number of storeys, structural scheme, condition of the structures and scope of work. We give an exact price after clarifying the input data for the property.
How long does the inspection and the issue of the report take?
From 1 to 6 weeks. The timeline depends on the area and complexity of the property, the volume of instrumental work and the need for verification calculations.
Is your report suitable for GASK, the akimat and state expert review?
Yes. The engineering report is prepared in accordance with the building codes of the Republic of Kazakhstan and is used for approvals with the authorised bodies and when passing state expert review.
How long is the engineering report valid?
As a rule, 3 years — provided the condition of the property, the loads and the operating conditions have not changed. If new defects appear or loads increase, a repeat inspection is required.
Do you travel around Almaty and the region?
Yes, we travel around Almaty and the Almaty Region. Large properties — administrative, industrial and public buildings — we inspect across Kazakhstan.
What do you need to get started?
Just describe the property: address, building type and task (redevelopment, reconstruction, condition assessment). If you have a technical passport or design documentation, attach it — this speeds up the work.
How is a technical inspection different from an ordinary visual inspection?
A visual inspection records the visible condition at the time of the visit. A technical inspection includes instrumental measurements, an assessment of the load-bearing capacity of the structures and ends with an official report with conclusions and recommendations.
Need a specific
report?
Redevelopment, extension, floor addition, reconstruction, building-condition assessment — we will match the right type of report.