Construction and technical expert examination · Moscow

Construction
expert examination.
Based on facts.

Apartments, houses and buildings. Construction defects, cost estimates and work quantities. Investigations for court, negotiations and owners' decisions.

Initial consultation — 15 minutes free
Drawings, cost estimates and materials for a construction investigationMaterials → Investigation → Conclusions
A focused approachEvery conclusion —
supported by materials.

Documents, inspection, calculations and documentation of the circumstances identified.

01 / PropertiesFrom an apartment to a building

Finishes, structures and building services

02 / GeographyMoscow and the region

Inspection by prior arrangement

03 / CourtA letter within 1 day

Free of charge after sufficient materials are received

Areas of examination

What needs to be checked?

28 services for owners, contractors, organisations and parties to court disputes.

01

Apartment renovation expert examination

An apartment renovation expert examination is needed when completed finishes raise quality concerns: visible wall unevenness, voids beneath tiles, floor defects, cracks, problems with…

from 35 000 RUB
02

Expert examination after water damage

An expert examination after water damage helps document the consequences of an incident before reinstatement repairs begin.

from 25 000 RUB
03

Building condition survey

A condition survey is needed when an owner requires an overall picture of a building, non-residential premises, extension or other property without focusing on just one…

from 50 000 RUB
04

Roof expert examination

A roof expert examination is sought for leaks, defective junctions, poor roof drainage, detached roof covering elements, wet insulation and other consequences of incorrect…

from 45 000 RUB
05

Court-appointed construction and technical expert examination

A court-appointed construction and technical expert examination is needed in disputes requiring detailed answers to the court's questions about defects in construction, renovation, alterations, structures…

from 60 000 RUB
06

Review of a construction expert report

A review is needed when a party already has a construction expert report but doubts its conclusions: the property was not fully investigated, documents were ignored, the court's questions were addressed…

from 60 000 RUB
07

Pretrial specialist report

A pre-litigation specialist opinion is commissioned when a dispute can still be resolved without a court-appointed expert examination.

from 35 000 RUB
08

Verification of cost estimates and work quantities

Clients need cost estimates and work quantities checked when doubts arise about the actual amount of work completed or the justification for the stated cost.

from 30 000 RUB
09

Expert examination of construction work quality

When a dispute concerns the overall quality of completed work, it is important to assess the result by work type rather than in fragments: substrate preparation, finishes, structural installation, building services…

from 35 000 RUB
10

Acceptance inspection of an apartment in a new building

An acceptance inspection of an apartment in a new building identifies defects before the final acceptance certificate is signed with the developer.

from 20 000 RUB
11

Expert examination of windows, doors and balconies

This service is useful for draughts, freezing, condensation, misaligned sashes, poorly functioning hardware and other defects in windows, doors and balcony window and door units.

from 25 000 RUB
12

Expert examination of layout alterations

An expert examination of layout alterations is needed in disputes about the legality and technical consequences of changes made: removing or installing partitions, relocating door openings, combining…

from 35 000 RUB
13

Expert examination of floors and screeds

Defects in floors and screeds often lead to further repairs after the finishes are complete.

from 25 000 RUB
14

Expert examination of walls, partitions and ceilings

Disputes about walls, partitions and ceilings usually begin when the client notices unevenness, cracks, signs of dampness, poor plasterwork, deviations in surface planes or problems…

from 25 000 RUB
15

Assessment of damage and reinstatement repairs

Once a dispute concerns money, a reinstatement repair calculation is needed.

from 30 000 RUB
16

Post-fire expert examination

After a fire, it is important for the owner to describe the construction-related consequences as early as possible: damage to finishes, windows, doors and building services, soot deposits, wetting during firefighting, destruction…

from 35 000 RUB
17

Expert examination of private houses and individual housing construction

A private house is a complex property where defects may affect the foundations, walls, roof, facade, finishes and building services at the same time.

from 50 000 RUB
18

Foundation expert examination

A foundation expert examination is carried out when there is subsidence, cracking, misalignment, distorted room geometry or other signs that the foundation of a house or extension is not performing correctly.

from 60 000 RUB
19

Facade expert examination

Facade defects are often visible to the naked eye, but a dispute requires an accurate description: where cracks run, whether the render layer is delaminating, signs of moisture, defective…

from 45 000 RUB
20

Expert examination of cracks and structures

Cracks are among the most worrying signs for an owner.

from 55 000 RUB
21

Waterproofing expert examination

Waterproofing problems rarely go unnoticed: they manifest as leaks, dampness, delaminating finishes, a musty smell and recurring incidents in the same areas.

from 30 000 RUB
22

Inspection of communal entrances and common property

Communal entrances and common property often become the subject of disputes between residents and the property management organisation or a contractor after repairs.

from 25 000 RUB
23

Expert examination of extensions and verandas

Extensions and verandas are often in worse condition than the main building: deterioration, seasonal deformation, moisture and deficiencies in previous repairs affect them more quickly.

from 35 000 RUB
24

Expert examination of building services networks

Building services networks often become the subject of a dispute when their operation causes visible consequences: leaks, damp finishes, uneven heating, odours, inconvenience…

from 35 000 RUB
25

Expert examination of roof drainage and water disposal systems

Defects in roof drainage and water disposal systems often look like a local leak but actually involve junctions, slopes, collection outlets, fixings and protection of the facade or roof from water.

from 30 000 RUB
26

Expert examination of heating and ventilation

Incorrect operation of heating and ventilation affects comfort and the condition of premises: cold areas, condensation, dampness, complaints about air quality, uneven heating and…

from 30 000 RUB
27

Expert examination of water supply and sewerage

Defects in water supply and sewerage are particularly common causes of flooding, odours, deterioration of finishes and conflicts between neighbours.

from 30 000 RUB
28

Expert examination of electrical installation work

Disputes about electrical installation work often arise over poor installation of sockets, distribution boards, cable lines, lighting points and concealed wiring when this affects…

from 30 000 RUB
How we work

A clear path
from task to report

First, we define the subject of the investigation and the necessary materials. Then we agree the scope of work.

01

Task description

Property, defects, photographs, documents and purpose of the enquiry.

02

Terms and assignment

Questions, scope of investigation, cost and timeframe.

03

Examination

Review of materials, an agreed inspection and documentation of circumstances.

04

Result

A report, review or other agreed document.

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For a court dispute

Questions for the expert.
Materials for court.

Send the court order, draft questions and property documents. We will prepare an information letter on the feasibility, timeframe and cost of the investigation.

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Practical situations

From the problem to the subject of investigation

All case studies ↗
Apartment renovation defects
Case study

Apartment renovation defects

After the renovation was complete, the client discovered uneven walls, voids beneath tiles and gaps at junctions, and became involved in a wider dispute with the contractor over the quality of the finishes.

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Indicative costs

Scope and price —
before the investigation begins

The exact cost depends on the property, questions, documents, required calculations and site visits.

The final cost is fixed after a preliminary review of the materials and agreement on the assignment.

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Before making an enquiry

Where to start

All questions and answers ↗
Which documents should I send first?

A brief description of the property and problem, photographs, the contract, cost estimate and inspection or acceptance records. For a court dispute — the court order, questions and existing reports.

Is a site visit needed?

That depends on the task. To document actual defects and structural condition, inspection arrangements are agreed after a preliminary review of the enquiry.

Can you check the other party's report?

Yes. For a review, send the complete report, including appendices, questions for the expert and materials relevant to the investigation.

How can I check whether a document was issued?

Use the “Document verification” section. Attach a full copy and a contact email address. Verification is performed on request and does not publish information about the client or property.

Website request

Get a consultation on a construction expert examination

Complete the form or send documents directly to zapros@stroitel-expert.moscow. The initial telephone consultation is free for 15 minutes.

  • Moscow and Moscow Region — site visits by prior arrangement.
  • You may attach photographs, a contract, cost estimate, inspection or acceptance record, formal claim, court order or the other party's report.
  • If the form does not work, send a regular email.

How data is processed: Personal Data Processing Policy. Attach only the materials needed; where possible, conceal unnecessary data about other people.

Materials can also be emailed to: zapros@stroitel-expert.moscow.

Attachments: up to 10 files of up to 10 MB each, with a maximum combined size of 15 MB. If a file is rejected, the enquiry is not sent.

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