Taking Possession of Your Flat: Checklist

Did you know? Under RERA, builders are liable for structural defects for up to 5 years. Spot flaws now, get repairs for free!

Nearly 70% of new home buyers face quality issues that could have been flagged pre-possession. Don't be one of them!

Your years of disciplined service and sacrifice have brought you within reach of a major goal: owning your own home. But before the final move-in, there's one more mission to complete. Just as a meticulously prepared checklist ensures mission success, a pre-possession inspection is vital for securing your dream home.

Your Pre-Possession Recon Checklist

1. The Paperwork

• Verify all documents: Sale deed, completion certificate, occupancy certificate, approved building plans (These are like your mission map).
• NOCs and clearances: Confirm clearances from fire, electricity, environmental, and water authorities are in place.
• Check that promised amenities are approved: That gym, pool, etc., must be on the sanctioned plan!

2. Structural Surveillance

• Exterior recon: Are walls free of cracks, balconies properly finished, and the building's exterior sound?
• Interior infiltration: Scan every wall, ceiling, and floor corner for signs of seepage or dampness. (Think 'enemy spotting'!)
• Windows and Doors: Check for smooth operation, tight sealing, and that promised latches and locks are top-notch.

3. Systems Check

• Electrical recon: Are all fixtures, sockets, and switches functional? Test with demo appliances, not just a bulb.
• Plumbing patrol: Scrutinize every tap, faucet, pipe, and drain for leaks, water pressure, and clog-free operation.
• Flooring: Inspect for cracks, unevenness, misaligned tiles, or loose grouting (Terrain underfoot must be solid!).

4. Extras and Add-ons

• Amenities: Inspect those common areas with a critical eye – gym equipment, lifts, society office, etc.
• Car park: Is your allotted space accessible and free of encroachments?
• Finishes: Did the builder deliver on promised brands/quality for faucets, tiles, cupboards?

Additional Tips for the Fauji Family Homebuyer

• Record everything: Photograph and document any issue, no matter how minor it seems.
• Demand fixes: Don't accept 'adjust kar lenge' attitude. Stand firm on getting flaws fixed BEFORE possession.

You deserve a home base as strong as your commitment to our nation. Use this checklist as your weapon against hidden defects and secure the best possible outcome for your investment. 

Jai Hind!