Angenia

Welcome to Angenia's expertise in Inspection for Pre-Reception of Common Areas. The acceptance of a property in co-ownership involves two crucial phases: the acceptance of the private portions and the acceptance of the common areas. This process marks the commencement of certain guarantees. However, before accepting either, it is imperative to conduct a pre-delivery inspection of both areas to ensure compliance with current construction standards.

While the inspection of the private portion can be carried out by the buyer, the pre-acceptance inspection of common areas necessitates the involvement of a building inspection professional.

The typical procedure for a pre-delivery inspection of common areas involves the inspection being conducted as soon as the condominium syndicate receives the notice of the completion of works by the contractor. Upon receiving this notice, the syndicate is responsible for selecting the building professional who will perform the pre-delivery inspection. Following the inspection, the building professional provides a written declaration that establishes the date of common area acceptance and outlines any necessary corrective work or outstanding tasks. This document signifies the acceptance of the common areas within the condominium, highlighting the importance of choosing the right professional for the pre-reception inspection.

Angenia's expertise in pre-delivery inspections of common areas is showcased through the meticulous documentation prepared by our engineers. This documentation outlines observed anomalies during the pre-acceptance inspection, lists required remedial work, and identifies incomplete tasks.


Our pre-reception inspection of common areas covers several critical elements, including:


Roofing
Parking
Fire safety systems
Building envelope (exterior facade)
Mechanical systems (mechanical room)
Electrical systems (electrical room)
Building foundations and other structural components
Interior finishes of common areas (entrance, hallways, stairwells)

Welcome to Angenia's expertise in Condominium Building Condition Certificates. A building condition certificate is a document that evaluates the current state of a building or condominium, its compliance with construction standards, and, when applicable, major repair and maintenance work requirements. Typically, a building expert, such as Angenia's team of structural engineers, conducts the inspection of the building components. Moreover, the building condition certificate aids the condominium syndicate in establishing the building's contingency fund.

The building condition certificate is crucial for building or condominium maintenance, as it outlines the necessary repair and maintenance work, prioritizes tasks, estimates costs, and suggests timeframes. This document helps the condo syndicate prevent unexpected repair expenses, plan future work, and effectively manage the condominium's finances. Importantly, the certificate is strongly recommended for condominiums as the first step in conducting a reliable reserve fund study, particularly regarding common areas. The building condition certificate is thus an essential precaution for the proper administration and management of a building or condo.

Welcome to Angenia's Foundation Inspection expertise. Maintaining your building's foundation is critical to its preservation. A foundation inspection can be performed to assess the building's behavior over time and ensure that its components have reacted normally.

Our structural engineers, who are members of the OIQ, are here to guide and assist you with any structural issues, such as foundation cracking and sealing problems. The foundation inspection helps determine the nature of the problem and the necessary repairs or interventions. Our structural engineers are experts in conducting comprehensive foundation inspections.


We offer foundation inspections for:


Preventive foundation inspections
Inspections of foundation cracks
Fire safety systems
Foundation waterproofing issues
Anomalies or structural defects
Pre-purchase inspections

Welcome to Angenia's expertise in Commercial, Industrial, and Residential Property Inspections. Whether you are buying a property or seeking financing, property inspections are a crucial step in the process. The OACIQ (Organisme d'autorégulation du courtage immobilier du Québec) strongly advises getting your property inspected before purchase to protect your interests.

Our inspections involve a comprehensive visual assessment by an engineer to evaluate the overall condition of the building components and identify deficiencies. Angenia's team of expert engineers, who are members of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec, conducts thorough commercial building inspections to ensure properties are free from deficiencies and potential liabilities. Identified deficiencies and physical anomalies are documented in a report prepared by an OIQ-affiliated engineer. The commercial building inspection report also includes recommendations for correcting the identified issues, suggested timelines, and cost estimates for repairs.

Our inspections cover a wide range of elements in commercial, industrial, and multi-unit buildings, both interior and exterior. These include structural and foundation elements, building facades, underground parking, mechanical and electrical systems, fire safety systems, plumbing systems, insulation, ventilation, and the roof.

The inspection reports we create are tailored to meet the requirements of financial institutions for purchasing or refinancing commercial and industrial properties.

A detailed commercial building inspection report, conducted by an engineer who is a member of the Ordre des Ingénieurs du Québec, includes observations, descriptions, recommendations, and conclusions. It also provides a summary of deficiencies identified during the site visit, suggested timeframes for addressing these issues, and an estimate of maintenance costs for the next 10 years.

Property inspections and building condition certificates are also vital for building maintenance and condominium unions. Our building inspectors conduct comprehensive property assessments to identify necessary repairs or maintenance work, complete with cost estimates and recommended timelines. These building condition certificates are valuable for condominium unions' contingency fund studies.

Welcome to Angenia's expertise in underground inspections, where safety and structural integrity meet. In compliance with Bill 122, we understand the critical importance of thoroughly evaluating underground parking lots, as they are exposed to Quebec's climatic challenges, including freezing and thawing cycles, salts, and abrasives. These factors accelerate wear and tear on the structural elements, making periodic inspections imperative to ensure the safety of all users.

The Régie du bâtiment du Québec (RBQ) mandates underground parking inspections under Bill 122 to identify and rectify any potential defects or deficiencies that could pose a threat.

Angelia excels in conducting meticulous underground inspections to guarantee the safety and integrity of parking facilities. Our engineers, who are members of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ), perform detailed inspections in full accordance with RBQ's guidelines. We are committed to identifying and addressing any issues that could lead to hazardous conditions.

According to Bill 122 of the RBQ, owners of new buildings are required to conduct comprehensive inspections within 12 to 18 months of construction completion. Subsequently, underground inspections must be carried out every five years, with immediate inspections for buildings displaying dangerous structural problems.


An underground inspection report from Angenia encompasses:


A comprehensive report, bearing the signature of an OIQ-affiliated engineer, fully compliant with RBQ's specifications.
Recommendations for remedial actions and suggested timelines, when applicable.
A photographic supplement depicting observations and defect locations on the floor plan.
Procedures for addressing hazardous conditions and descriptions of necessary corrective work.

Angenia ensures that underground inspection reports are delivered no later than six months after the inspection. We are your trusted partner in maintaining the safety and structural soundness of underground parking lots. Your security is our priority.

Bill 16, passed in 2019 and known as the omnibus condominium bill in Quebec, introduces significant changes regarding contingency funds for condominium corporations. As of January 10, 2020, Article 39 of Bill 16 mandates that condominium corporations must conduct a contingency fund study every five years. This study aims to assess whether the contingency fund holds sufficient funds to cover the estimated costs of major repairs and replacements of common parts within the condominium.

For condominiums established before January 10, 2020, compliance with the new regulations must be achieved no later than three years after the bylaw comes into force. In contrast, condominiums established after January 10, 2020, must ensure compliance by the time the by-law is enacted, which could occur as early as the end of 2022. These measures, including the establishment of a maintenance book and periodic contingency fund studies, aim to enhance financial planning and risk management within condominium corporations in Quebec.

Why conduct a contingency fund study?
The analysis of the contingency fund aims to establish a financing plan for short, medium, and long-term needs, ensuring the timely repair or replacement of crucial elements in the common areas. This investigation will outline the annual accumulation required by the syndicate to maintain a sufficient contingency fund, preventing the necessity of imposing unexpected financial burdens on co-owners. Obtain a comprehensive list of co-ownership elements and their respective lifespans.   * Achieve substantial cost savings by optimizing the utilization of every component in the condominium. * Prolong the lifespan of all elements through regular maintenance practices. * Avoid the imposition of extraordinary contributions for unforeseen maintenance or repairs. * Effectively distribute tasks and necessary replacements over time based on urgency. * Strategically plan the timing and replacement costs of various elements.
The analysis of the contingency fund aims to establish a financing plan for short, medium, and long-term needs, ensuring the timely repair or replacement of crucial elements in the common areas. This investigation will outline the annual accumulation required by the syndicate to maintain a sufficient contingency fund, preventing the necessity of imposing unexpected financial burdens on co-owners. Obtain a comprehensive list of co-ownership elements and their respective lifespans.


Achieve substantial cost savings by optimizing the utilization of every component in the condominium.
Prolong the lifespan of all elements through regular maintenance practices.
Avoid the imposition of extraordinary contributions for unforeseen maintenance or repairs.
Effectively distribute tasks and necessary replacements over time based on urgency.
Strategically plan the timing and replacement costs of various elements.
What is a contingency fund study?
To identify the elements covered by both the contingency fund study and the maintenance log, it is crucial to conduct a thorough inventory of the components in the building, encompassing as many aspects as possible. A specialized building inspector will undertake a comprehensive inventory of each element in the building that may eventually require replacement or on-site maintenance. This will be achieved through visual inspections of common areas and, when necessary, remote assessments using available plans and specifications.   ### The inventory will encompass, but is not limited to:   * The building envelope. * All interior finishes within common areas. * Fire safety systems. * Common mechanical and electrical systems. * The roof and parking lot (garage). * The foundation of the building. * And any other components integral to the common areas.
To identify the elements covered by both the contingency fund study and the maintenance log, it is crucial to conduct a thorough inventory of the components in the building, encompassing as many aspects as possible. A specialized building inspector will undertake a comprehensive inventory of each element in the building that may eventually require replacement or on-site maintenance. This will be achieved through visual inspections of common areas and, when necessary, remote assessments using available plans and specifications.


The inventory will encompass, but is not limited to:


The building envelope.
All interior finishes within common areas.
Fire safety systems.
Common mechanical and electrical systems.
The roof and parking lot (garage).
The foundation of the building.
And any other components integral to the common areas.
What does a contingency fund study give you?
1. Comprehensive Building Condition Assessment This report is provided to you after conducting a visual examination of the specified components. Paired with a review of existing documents, it facilitates a more precise contingency fund study by incorporating recent observations made by one of our professional technologists.   2. Contingency Fund Analysis Presented as a detailed report, this study offers various scenarios for the contributions to the contingency fund, enabling you to select the one that aligns best with your financial circumstances. In accordance with Law 16, the co-owners' annual contribution to the contingency fund should be determined based on the findings of this study.   3. Maintenance and Service Handbook The maintenance and service handbook serves as an inventory for all common area components, facilitating their preservation. Delivered in either a physical or virtual format, this resource allows easy access to comprehensive information about common area components and their associated maintenance instructions.
Comprehensive Building Condition Assessment
This report is provided to you after conducting a visual examination of the specified components. Paired with a review of existing documents, it facilitates a more precise contingency fund study by incorporating recent observations made by one of our professional technologists.

Contingency Fund Analysis
Presented as a detailed report, this study offers various scenarios for the contributions to the contingency fund, enabling you to select the one that aligns best with your financial circumstances. In accordance with Law 16, the co-owners' annual contribution to the contingency fund should be determined based on the findings of this study.

Maintenance and Service Handbook
The maintenance and service handbook serves as an inventory for all common area components, facilitating their preservation. Delivered in either a physical or virtual format, this resource allows easy access to comprehensive information about common area components and their associated maintenance instructions.