Bring the documents
Have the contract, approved unit plan or floor plan, finish schedule, payment records and any written developer commitments available during inspection.
Inspect systematically
Surfaces & finishesCheck walls, ceilings, flooring, cabinetry, doors, windows, sealants and visible workmanship.
Water & electricalTest fixtures, drains, outlets, switches and installed equipment where access and safety allow.
Measurements & inclusionsConfirm the unit configuration and delivered inclusions against the documents you were given.
Document defects clearly
Photograph issues, identify their exact location and place them on the developer’s punch-list or acceptance record. Keep copies of signed inspection documents and correspondence.
Do not ignore recurring ownership costs
Confirm association-dues commencement, utility-meter procedures, parking documentation, building access, move-in rules and any remaining turnover charges.
If you are still before reservation rather than turnover, start with the property due-diligence guide. For project specifications and unit research, visit CebuPrime.
BUYER HABIT
Inspect, record, then accept
A calm written record is more useful than relying on memory after keys have been handed over.