CONSTRUCTION CONDITION SURVEYS
Pre-Construction &
Post-Construction Condition Surveys
Documenting existing property conditions before, during, and after construction to provide a clear and reliable record for owners, contractors, consultants, and infrastructure projects.
Protecting Projects Through Clear Condition Documentation
i2m provides comprehensive pre-construction, interim, and post-construction condition surveys for buildings, structures, properties, and infrastructure located within or adjacent to construction zones.
Our surveys establish a detailed record of existing conditions before construction begins, documenting visible cracks, deterioration, defects, finishes, and other observable conditions through photographs, field observations, and structured reporting.
Where required, interim and post-construction surveys can be completed to identify and document changes in condition over the course of construction.
Pre-Construction Condition Survey
Detailed documentation of existing conditions before construction activities begin, providing a baseline record for surrounding properties and infrastructure.
Interim Condition Survey
Follow-up documentation during construction when required to assess observable changes or respond to specific concerns.
Post-Construction Condition Survey
Documentation following construction to compare conditions against the original pre-construction survey and identify observable changes.
What Our Condition Surveys Document
Survey scope is tailored to the project, property type, construction activities, and applicable monitoring requirements.
Building Exterior
Foundations and exposed concrete
Brick and masonry
Exterior walls and cladding
Windows and doors
Steps, porches and entrances
Existing cracks and deterioration
Building Interior
Walls and ceilings
Floors and finishes
Existing cracks
Doors and openings
Basement areas
Visible signs of distress
Site & Exterior Features
Driveways
Walkways
Curbs
Retaining walls
Fences
Landscaping and hardscape
Infrastructure
Roads and sidewalks
Bridges and structures
Utilities and municipal infrastructure
Transit facilities
Adjacent construction-sensitive assets
FAQ
What is a pre-construction condition survey?
- A pre-construction condition survey documents
the visible condition of buildings, structures, and surrounding features before
construction begins. It establishes a photographic and written baseline that
can be referenced during or after construction.
Why are pre-construction condition surveys required?
- Condition surveys help establish a clear record
of existing conditions before potentially disruptive construction activities
such as excavation, demolition, drilling, piling, tunnelling, or heavy
equipment operation.
What areas are included in a condition survey?
- Depending on the project requirements and
available access, surveys may include building interiors and exteriors,
foundations, walls, ceilings, floors, driveways, sidewalks, retaining walls,
fences, and other structures or site features.
Do you provide post-construction condition surveys?
- Yes. i2m can perform interim and
post-construction surveys to document conditions during or following
construction and compare observable conditions with the original baseline
survey.
Can condition surveys be combined with vibration
monitoring?
- Yes. i2m can integrate condition surveys with
vibration, noise, settlement, structural, geotechnical, and automated
monitoring programs to provide coordinated construction monitoring support.
Does i2m assist with property access and Permit to Enter
coordination?
- Yes. i2m can support clients throughout the
property access and coordination process, including preparation of Permit to
Enter (PTE) notices, coordination and communication with property owners and
other third parties, delivery of survey notices, follow-up on access requests,
and scheduling of condition surveys. This helps streamline access coordination
and maintain clear documentation of communication and access attempts
throughout the condition survey program.
What happens if a property owner does not respond or
provide access?
- i2m can document communication and access
attempts, including delivery of notices and follow-up correspondence. Where
interior access cannot be obtained, exterior conditions may be documented from
publicly accessible areas where appropriate and in accordance with project
requirements.