Home Inspection – Huge Business Opportunity for budding Interior Designers

Yamini Sureka – India’s First Certified Lady Home Inspector addressing the Interior Designing Students at An Interactive Session on Professional Home Inspections Services.

Home Inspection – A sunshine industry.
Huge Business Opportunity for budding youngsters.

Scope of our services:

  • Professional Home Inspection Services
  • Damp / Seepage / Leakage / Moisture Inspections
  • Electrical & Safety Inspections
  • Home Maintenance / Home Renovation Inspections

Win – Win for all the stake holders

Home Buyers / Owners
Real Estate Developers
Realtors / Real Estate Advisors
Interior Designers (Inspection before Home Interior Design / Furnishing)
Pre – Renovation Home Inspections
Home Maintenance Inspections
Property Care Inspections for NRIs / Cross City Communities

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Home Inspection – Huge Business Opportunity for budding Interior Designers

by MACJ-ABCHI News

Tamil Nadu RERA Aims to protect the Buyers and help Investment in Real Estate Sector

RERA Tamil Nadu

  • The Tamil Nadu Government, Housing & Urban Development Department, dated 22.06.2017 has approved the Tamil Nadu Real Estate (Regulation & Development) Rules, 2017 to carry out the provisions of Real Estate (Regulation & Development) Act, 2016.
  • The office of the Authority is functioning in Door No.1A, 1st Floor, Gandhi Irwin Bridge Road, Egmore, Chennai – 600008.
  • Website Launched (www.tnrera.in)

Do you know from where the moisture monster (seepage) is coming?

Detect Issues

Gap noted in between wall and floor tiles in bathroom.

Describe Issues

These gaps will be a path for water to flow and hence will create dampness / seepage in associated areas. This source of water, if not rectified can increase damage in associated / attached areas of the property and also create unhealthy living conditions and add negative aesthetic impression apart from costly repairs

Direct Solutions

We recommend:
Step 1 – Existing tile joint filler to be removed by mechanical or manual process.
Step 2 – Tile joints to be filled using appropriate tile grout, as per manufacturer’s specification.

Meaning of grout

A suitable material used for filling the gap at junction.

Case of the Monstrous Moisture – Mystery of Moisture (Damp / Seepage) Laden Building

The Background

Moisture Laden Heritage Building (Façade + Ground + 3 Floors + Roof)

Planning for Home Renovation

  • Old Heritage Type Building
  • Major Investment approx Rs. 12 – 15 lacs
  • Source of Damp / Seepage not identified

It made sense to do a thorough Damp / Seepage Inspection through Thermal Imaging – Infrared Technology

The entire western side of the building (all floors) had significant moisture / damp damage

  • Ground Floor: Walls of bathroom had stains and musty smell due to build up of moisture. Besides the visible stains the infrared image of wood panel inside the bathroom showed moisture seeping in.
  • First Floor: Walls of bathroom had moisture presence. Ceiling of Bathroom had cracks.
  • Second Floor: Walls of bathroom-1 had crack above the window indicating deterioration of the wall due to presence of moisture. Ceiling of Bathroom-1 had Fungal deposit. Walls of bathroom-2 had Hole in the wall and external clamps and peeling of paint was also noted which indicated moisture presence.
  • Third Floor: Besides visually noted, water intrusion was also seen by the infrared measurement at all the walls along the West and North end rooms and bathrooms.
  • Roof: Major Damage and Issues Observed – Significant amounts of debris, Constant flow of water noted under the water tanks and near drainage pipes, Cracks, Uneven finishing, Hollow masonry structure.

Severity of the damage increased as we went on higher floors (Western side of the building)

Source Identification

After a thorough check up of the said areas, we reached the roof. And Voila! We found the source:

Roofs, parapets and other exposed parts of a building are most susceptible to rain penetration, especially where access for maintenance is difficult. Junctions in roofs are potential trouble. Hairline cracks in pointing and render invariably admit moisture.

  • Significant amounts of debris were noted near lift machine room (LMR) where rain water was found stagnated and understood to penetrate the weak areas in the parapet walls.
  • Cracked and unevenly finished Wall – floor junction huller was noted under the water tank and at the southern end circular projection.
  • Beside the tank, the hollow masonry structure was acting as unwanted water storage / pocket. Live and green plant showed presence of significant amount of moisture.
  • Constant flow of water was noted under the water tanks and near drainage pipes. Normal cement slab should not be subject to stagnant water. There was also a gap between CI drain pipe and slab, which indicated that water was flowing into the masonry wall then into the drain pipe. And as masonry wall is an absorbent, hence it was absorbing the water and passing the same into the wall below and spreading across the periphery.

Proposed Solution

Step Area of Work Function Purpose Repair / Renovation Work
1 Water tanks and tap at the roof Plumbing To Stop Constant flow of water noted under the water tanks and near drainage pipes Install automatic over flow sensors at water tanks (to be done by professional vendor). The dripping tap to be repaired.
2 Drain Pipe & Slab at the Roof Plumbing To stop the water from entering into the parapet wall at the rain water drainage Short piece of PVC pipe to be fixed inside gutter, so that flow of water would be: Roof > PVC pipe > vertical CI pipe.
3 Entire roof drainage lines Plumbing To stop the water from entering into the parapet wall at the rain water drainage Broken CI over flow line to be replaced and connected directly to the vertical CI pipe.
4 Below LMR room Plumbing To check water stagnation at LMR From the slab below LMR, all materials to be removed, slab to be cleaned and repaired for proper drainage.
5 Parapet wall Civil To check the damage due to growth of green plants, moss and algae at the structure All growth at the parapet wall to be completely removed and treated with light acid.
6 Wherever applicable Civil To stop soaking of water and developing pockets of water at the bare and hollow brick work Hollow brickwork to be completely re-plastered with Cement – sand (1:4) mortar with Latex additive and given neat cement finishing. Or It should be filled with brick concrete and re-plastered as above.
7 Roof Civil To stop rain water infiltration from cracks at the roof and parapet wall and the ones developed on removing the plants Surface preparation / Cleaning – All loose material, dust, debris, oil paint, grease etc. to be completely removed with wire brush.
Pre wet the surface with water and allow it dry slightly. As applicable, Cement – sand (1:4) mortar with Latex additive or masonry silicone sealant to be filled and compacted into the cracks. No moisture should be in the crack during filling.
8 Slab and roof junction Civil To make a seamless junction, as Huller at the slab and roof junction is not adequate, After surface hacking and thorough cleaning with wire brush, 3 inch X 3 inch wall and roof junction fillet to be made on the entire Roof and wall junction.
9 After completion of the aforesaid, affected areas to be treated as follows:

  • Affected area paint & putty to be completely scraped of till cement plaster layer.
  • Natural air ventilation to be given in the affected area for minimum 15 days before further finishing.
  • Finishing (including water based paint finishing to be given as per paint manufacturer specification.
  • FYI: The walls to be given ventilation on regular basis.

Conclusion: Identifying the source of moisture is the most important step in these cases and also a very critical one. These inspections involve qualified experienced experts. MACJ – A Buyers Choice Home Inspections is glad to be bestowed with such team who can correctly and precisely identify the issue/s with a simple solution/s. We should also applaud the client who proved wise enough to engage MACJ – A Buyers Choice Home Inspections to solve the problem. Not only did the MACJ team solve it successfully but also saved the client from major future damages which would have also resulted in incurring a lot of money. Our recommendations were also pocket friendly.

Renovation Parameters Before MACJ Inspection Renovation after inspection By MACJ – A Buyer’s Choice
Short term solution as source not identifiable Long term solution as the source of seepage identified
Damage to the Structure Mostly Non-destructive solution
High Cost of Repair / Renovation – Rs. 12 – 15 lacs Low Cost of Repair / Renovation – Rs. 4 – 5 lacs

MACJ – A Buyer’s Choice Homes Inspections Motto:
LLL – Long term solution – Low cost of Repair – Least destruction

RERA Rajasthan is fully prepared for the Swing

RERA Rajasthan

  • The State Government, vide its Order dated 17.02.2017 designated the Additional Chief Secretary, Urban Development and Housing Department as the Real State Regulatory Authority until the establishment of a Real Estate Regulatory Authority (Rajasthan RERA). Similarly the State Government  vide Notification dated 15.05.2017 has designated the Food Safety Appellate Tribunal as the Real Estate Appellate Tribunal until the establishment of Real Estate Appellate Tribunal under the Act.
  • The office of the Real Estate Regulatory Authority is situated at Nagar Niyojan Bhawan Near JDA, J.L.N. Marg Jaipur, PIN-302015.
  • The office of the Appellate Tribunal is situated at Room No.28, Swasthya Bhawan Behind Secretariat (For Appeal & Complaint), C-Scheme Jaipur, PIN- 302005.
  • Website Launched on 1st June, 2017 (visit: www.rera.rajasthan.gov.in)

Diwali Celebrations at MACJ – A Buyer’s Choice Office

MACJ – A Buyer’s Choice Home Inspections, India family celebrating Diwali with the traditional Puja and with some fun & frolic, music & games.

Wishing all – the best of prosperity, happiness and good heath for their families & homes.

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by MACJ-ABCHI News

Use windows for ventilation, not for moisture flow…… Avoid Gaps

Detect Issues

Gap noted in between external window sill and window frame.

Describe Issues

Most common damage inside homes occur due to water seepage from the gaps between window frame & external wall. Gap will be a source for moisture to flow inside the home. If gap are not filled properly, it will lead to moisture intrusion, paint deterioration & damage to walls.

Direct Solutions

We recommend sealing the gap surrounding window frame with appropriate sealant.

Home Inspection Services Industry launched for the First Time In India | A Multi – Billion US Dollars Concept

Home Inspection Industry, has its seed sown in India from the City of Joy (Kolkata).

Home Inspection Industry, a potential contributor to the Indian Economy within a due course of time, and a multi-Billion US Dollars Concept. It has its seed sown from Kolkata (City of Joy), and spreading all over India at a Rapid Speed. With over 12 to 15 Companies already started operating in different parts of India within a span of two years, the service is making its presence felt, with this well proven Concept World Wide. Companies like MACJ- A Buyer’s Choice Home Inspections (PAN – India), HomeInspeKtor (Bangalore), E-Ghar (Delhi), Meazurement (Mumbai), Nemmadi (Bangalore), Checkmyprop (Pune) etc, have taken an Initiative to nurture and Promote this Industry in the Country. And accordingly have formed “Home Inspection Association of India” (HIA) a Non-profitable venture.

The Objectives of the Association are:

  • To Spread Awareness about the availability of the Service across the Country.
  • To streamline and incorporate an Operating Standard for all the Home Inspection Companies and related Professionals.
  • To Encourage and Promote the Industry throughout India. And spread awareness about the business opportunity.
  • To train young mind and encourage them to opt for a new and reliable profession called Home Inspectors. Further creating Huge Employment Opportunity in various Sector.

The Latest updates relating to this Industry are as follows:

  • Home Inspection a Brand new Concept launched in India for the First Time. 12-15 Companies started Operating in different parts of India.
  • Home Inspection Association of India formed on January 2018.
  • Top Home Inspectors of India joining as Founding Members of the Association.
  • Mr. Gautam Chatterjee (MahaRERA Chairman) agreed to be an Honorary Member of the Association.
  • Website of the Association launched. (www.hiai.in)
  • MACJ – A Buyer’s Choice Home Inspections conducted more than few thousand Inspection of Indian Homes across the Country.

Proper packing around AC pipe can keep your home healthy

Detect Issues

Packing not provided around AC pipe at exterior wall.

Describe Issues

If packing is not provided, then unwanted water and dust from external area will enter house, chances of insect & bird infestation will occur. This will also increase condensation from AC gas pipe, which will lead to paint deterioration & water seepage in future, resulting in deterioration of both home and human health.

Direct Solutions

We recommend packing with suitable grade cement mortar followed by primer and paint finish.

Haryana Real Estate Regulatory Authority advancing in a Good Pace

RERA Haryana

  • The Haryana Government, Town and Country Planning Department notified Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Rules dated 28th April, 2017.
  • The office of Regulatory Authority is located at:
    1) Mini Secretariat, New Office Block, 2nd & 3rd Floor Sector-1, Panchkula, 134114.
    2) New PWD Rest House Civil Lines, Gurugram, Haryana
  • Shri. KK Khandelwal & Shri. Rajan Gupta appointed as a Chairman of HRERA Gurugram & Panchkula respectively.
  • Website Launched (Visit: www.haryanarera.gov.in)