Why conduct a PCA before a purchase or renovation?
Buying a house or apartment is often one of the biggest investments you will ever make. However, many buyers focus on visible aspects such as size, location, and charm, without paying enough attention to the technical condition of the building.
This is where the technical audit comes in, an essential step in securing your purchase and avoiding unpleasant surprises.
What is a PCA ?
A technical audit is an in-depth analysis of the condition of a building, carried out by an independent expert.
Unlike a simple inventory or an EPC certificate, it is not limited to ticking boxes: it aims to understand the overall health of the property.
The expert evaluates the main technical items:
- building structure and stability,
- roofing and waterproofing,
- electrical, gas, and heating installations,
- joinery, insulation, and energy efficiency,
- humidity, ventilation, and indoor air quality.
The objective is to identify anomalies, defects, or potential risks, but also to anticipate the work required in the short and medium term.
Why conduct an audit before purchasing?
Before making a purchase, a technical audit allows you to secure your investment and avoid unpleasant surprises after signing the deed.
It provides you with the information you need to:
Knowing the reality of good
Knowing what is in good condition and what needs attention.
Assess future costs
Plan the budget for repairs or improvements to be carried out.
Negotiate the purchase price
Having an objective technical report strengthens your position during negotiations.
Shop with confidence
Know exactly what you are investing in, with no gray areas.
The BEREX approach
At BEREX, every PCA is conducted with independence, rigor, and transparency.
Our experts :
- conduct a thorough inspection of the property,
- use precise measuring tools (moisture meter, thermography, etc.),
- write a clear and illustrated report,
- assist the client in understanding and planning the work to be done.
Our goal: to provide you with clear and useful technical analysis, without jargon, so you can act with confidence.
Are you planning a purchase or renovation?
Call on BEREX for a comprehensive and independent technical audit.
Our experts will help you understand, anticipate, and enhance the value of your real estate assets.