Property Diagnostics: An Essential Step

Property Diagnostics: An Essential Step

Are you planning to sell or rent your property? A property diagnostic is a legal requirement that allows you to inform potential buyers or tenants about the condition of your home.

Why get a property diagnostic?

Safety: Diagnostics help detect the presence of harmful substances (asbestos, lead, etc.) and verify the compliance of your electrical and gas installations.
Compliance: By carrying out all mandatory diagnostics, you ensure that you comply with current regulations and avoid any risk of legal disputes.
Value: A property diagnostic reassures buyers or tenants and can help you sell or rent your property more quickly.

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What are the mandatory diagnostics?

Energy Performance Certificate (EPC): This assesses the energy consumption of your home.
Asbestos survey: This searches for materials or products containing asbestos.
Lead risk assessment: This concerns properties built before 1949.
Electrical installation assessment: This verifies the compliance of your electrical installation.
Gas installation assessment: This concerns gas installations over 15 years old.
Natural and technological hazards report: This provides information on natural, mining, or technological risks.
Depending on the area, the presence of termites is sought.

Validity of property diagnostics

Energy Performance Certificate (EPC):
- Generally valid for 10 years.
- Note: Specific rules apply to EPCs issued before July 1, 2021. Consult a professional for more information.
Asbestos survey:
- Valid indefinitely if the survey is negative (no asbestos found).
- If asbestos has been detected, validity is generally one year.
Lead risk assessment:
- Valid indefinitely if the assessment is negative.
- If lead has been detected, validity is generally one year.
Electrical installation assessment:
- Valid for 3 years for a sale.
- Valid for 6 years for a rental.
Gas installation assessment:
- Valid for 6 years.
Natural and technological hazards report:
- Valid for 6 months.

Please note:

Renovation work: If major renovation work is carried out on the property, the validity of the diagnostics may be questioned. It may then be necessary to carry out new diagnostics.
Case-by-case basis: Each situation is specific. It is recommended to consult a professional to know the exact validity of the diagnostics for your property.

Why is validity important?

Legal compliance: Diagnostics must be included in the sales or rental file. Outdated diagnostics may cause difficulties during the transaction.
Safety: Diagnostics help identify risks associated with the property. It is important to ensure that these risks are still up-to-date.

In summary, the validity of a property diagnostic varies depending on several factors. It is essential to stay informed about the latest regulations and to consult a professional for any questions.

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