What diagnostics are required for a sale?
Selling your property is a crucial moment in your life, and requires the support of professionals. At the heart of this real estate transaction, it is mandatory to provide several real estate diagnostics to inform the future buyer about the condition of the property and secure the sale.
At Servane Immobilier, we understand the importance of these steps, and we can help you with your project from A to Z in our real estate agencies in Cotignac, Lorgues or Sainte-Maxime, for a worry-free sale.
What is a real estate diagnostics?
A property diagnostics is a technical assessment carried out by a certified professional, such as a real estate agency like Servane Immobilier. It aims to identify potential risks and evaluate the characteristics and performance of your property.
All property diagnostics are collected in the Dossier de Diagnostic Technique (DDT), an important document for the sale of a property.
Which property diagnostics are mandatory for sale?
When selling your property, you'll need to carry out a number of diagnostics and compile a Technical Diagnostic File.
Energy Performance Diagnostics (EPD)
The Eenrgy Performance Diagnostics (EPD) reports on the energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions of all French homes.
The EPD has been updated in 2021 to take greater account of insulation and heating systems, for greater accuracy and reliability.
It is valid for 10 years.
To improve your score, you can undertake energy renovation work to increase the value and attractiveness of your property.
Lead exposure risk report
The Lead Exposure Risk Report detects the presence of lead in coatings and paints.
It applies to properties built before 1949, and helps to prevent potential health problems linked to the presence of lead, particularly for vulnerable people and children.
It is valid for 1 year if it is positive for lead, requiring removal and restoration work. If no lead has been detected, it is valid for an unlimited period.
Asbestos diagnosis
The asbestos diagnostics tests for the presence of asbestos, a carcinogenic susbtance that presents health risks if inhaled, for properties built before July 1, 1997.
If the result is positive, the asbestos diagnosis is valid for 3 years. Future occupants will then need to be informed, and an atat de conservation diagnosis will need to be carried out every 3 years. If asbestos-containing materials have deteriorated, replacement or repair measures, such as asbestos removal, are required.
If asbestos is found, a diagnosis of common areas is mandatory if your property is in a condominium.
State of the internal gas installation
If your gas installation is more than 15 years old, you'll need to undergo a property inspection. It checks that your gas system is in good working order and safe, to prevent the risk of explosion or poisoning from carbon monoxide.
It is valid for 3 years.
To guarantee your peace of mind, remember to have your installation checked frequently by a professional.
State of internal electricity installation
The “state of the internal electricity installation”, also known as the “electric diagnostics”, is mandatory for installations over 15 years old, to check the condition and proper operation of your electrical installation.
It helps prevent the risk of electrocution and fire. You can plan to bring your electrical installation up to standard to enhance the value of your property.
It is valid for 3 years.
State of risks and pollution
The Risk and Pollution Report informs you about :
- natural hazards (flood zones, seismic zones) ;
- mining risks ;
- technological risks ;
- the presence of radon.
To be valid, this diagnosis must be carried out less than 6 months before the signing of the deed of sale.
Termite diagnostics
Termite diagnostics is mandatory in areas declared at risk by prefectoral decree, and detects the presence of termites.
These xylophagous insects can cause major damage to your property by directly attacking its structure.
It is valid for 6 months. If the diagnosis is positive for termites, you must declare it to your local council within one month.
Carrez law
The Carrez Law applies to condominium properties, and measures the private surface area of your home.
This precise measurement is important to avoid any dispute with the future buyer.
Noise diagnostics
If you live near an airport, a noise diagnostics informs future buyers of the noise pollution to which your property is subject.
Sanitation diagnostics
Non-collective sanitation diagnosis applies to properties with individual sanitation systems (treatment of domestic wastewater).
By carrying out this inspection, you can ensure that your system is operating correctly.
Housing information booklet
The housing information booklet concerns you if your home has been the subject of :
- a building permit after January 1, 2023 ;
- a declaration of works after January 1, 2023;
- renovation work after January 1, 2023.
This booklet gives future buyers access to the work carried out on your property.
Why carry out property diagnostics?
Real estate diagnostics are of the utmost importance.
Legal obligation
Failure to comply with this legal obligation may result in the cancellation of the sale or the payment of damages.
Legal certainty
Carrying out these various diagnostics protects you against subsequent claims by the buyer.
Enhancing the value of your property
By providing a complete and up-to-date diagnostic file, we can enhance the value of your property, reassure buyers and speed up the sale.
Servane immobilier, your partner for a successful sale in the Var
As you'll have gathered by now, real estate diagnostics are just as much a cornerstone of your sale as the evaluation of your property. For a worry-free transaction, place your trust in Servane Immobilier.
Our in-depth local expertise and personalized support will ensure that the sale of your property is a success.
We have an in-depth knowledge of the Var market, its typical villages and towns, and we use our extensive network to guarantee optimum visibility for your property. We're with you every step of the way, from the valuation to the signing of the deed of sale, and we'll advise you on all the obligatory diagnostics, as well as showcasing your property.
Servane Immobilier assures you of a transparent and successful transaction in the Var.