Unfurnished Property Inspection in Bordeaux
The benchmark inspection for empty properties: every surface, every finish, every technical installation examined by an independent inventory clerk.
The Standard Inspection, Done Professionally
The unfurnished property inspection forms the core of our activity. With no furniture to inventory, full attention is devoted to the building fabric: quality of wall finishes, condition of floors, functioning of opening elements, and integrity of visible sanitary and electrical installations.
This focus on surfaces and fixed equipment allows for a particularly thorough inspection. The entire visit time is dedicated to examining the property itself, guaranteeing a level of detail that inspections carried out in a few minutes between private individuals simply cannot achieve.
Detailed Surface Inspection
Walls and Partitions
Type of finish (paint, wallpaper, render, roughcast, timber cladding), colour, general condition. We record cracks, damp patches, stains, fixing holes, peeling wallpaper and any visible anomaly. Corners and window reveals receive particular attention.
Floors
Type of covering and condition recorded for each room. Parquet: scratches, warped boards, open joints. Tiles: cracked tiles, missing grout. Flexible covering: tears, buckling, burns. Door thresholds and skirting boards are also examined.
Ceilings
Condition of paint or covering, presence of cracks, signs of old or recent water damage, condition of ceiling roses and cornices where applicable. In older Bordeaux buildings, ceilings often warrant careful inspection.
Technical Equipment Checked
Beyond surfaces, our inspection covers all fixed equipment in the property. Key inspection points include:
Woodwork and Opening Elements
Windows, French doors, roller or hinged shutters, interior doors and front door. We verify the correct functioning of each opening element (opening, closing, locking), the condition of seals, handles and glazing. Blinds and louvred shutters are tested individually.
Sanitary Installations
Taps (flow rate, no leaks), washbasins, bath or shower (condition of enamel, tray, hose and head), WC (flush mechanism, bowl and seat condition), traps and drainage. Silicone seals are inspected as their replacement is a common tenant repair.
Visible Electrical Installations
Sockets, switches, light fittings (lamp holders and wall lights), consumer unit (circuit breakers, RCD). We check that switches are working and note any broken or missing elements. The location of the consumer unit and meter is recorded.
Heating and Ventilation
Radiators or convectors (number, type, condition), thermostat, boiler or water heater (make, visible condition), mechanical ventilation (correct functioning of extraction vents). During the heating season we test that the heating system starts correctly.
Meter Readings
Meter readings are an essential component of the unfurnished property inspection. They define the boundary of consumption between the outgoing and incoming tenant, avoiding disputes when charges are settled.
We record the readings of all accessible individual meters: electricity (peak and off-peak for dual-rate meters, or Linky smart meter), mains gas, cold water and domestic hot water. Each reading is photographed and included in the report. If a meter is located in an inaccessible service room on the day of the visit, we note this and recommend a supplementary reading.
Unfurnished Property Inspection Pricing
All prices excl. VAT (20% VAT applicable) — Key collection included — Volume discounts available
Frequently asked questions
We inspect all types of floor covering: solid or engineered parquet (scratches, damaged boards, open joints), tiles (cracked tiles, discoloured grout), flexible floor coverings such as vinyl or linoleum (tears, lifting), carpet (stains, wear, burns). The exact type of covering is noted for each room.
Yes, we check the visible condition of all heat emitters: radiators (leaks, paint condition, functioning of thermostatic valves), electric convectors (functioning, condition of casing), underfloor heating (visible thermostat). We do not carry out a technical diagnostic but note any apparent malfunction.
We record the readings of all accessible individual meters: electricity (peak / off-peak if dual-rate, or Linky smart meter reading), gas, cold water and hot water. If a meter is inaccessible (locked room, communal meter), we note this in the report. Each reading is accompanied by a photo of the display.
Yes, when the tenancy agreement includes private external areas (balcony, terrace, garden, cellar, garage, parking space), these form an integral part of the inspection. We describe their condition and photograph them in the same way as the interior rooms.
Related Services
Certifications & guarantees
ALUR Act
Reports fully compliant with French tenancy law of 24 March 2014
eIDAS certification
Qualified electronic signature for legally enforceable documents
Professional indemnity insurance
Full professional indemnity cover for your peace of mind
Independence
No affiliation with any estate agency or landlord
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