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Technical due diligence

Technical due diligence for commercial real estate.

A comprehensive technical survey before the acquisition of a commercial property or portfolio. We identify technical risks, quantify the required spend, and prepare a basis for negotiating the purchase price. We work for private investors, corporate buyers, and the legal advisors leading the transaction.

150+ defects
typically identified during TDD of a commercial property
over CZK 2M
average saving for the buyer
since 2012
working for investors and institutional clients
A commercial property
  • Certified property inspectors

    Our inspectors are experienced professionals, engineers and architects with many years of practice.

  • 30+ inspectors across all 14 regions of the Czech Republic

    We have an inspector in your region. Prague, Brno, Ostrava, Plzeň, and the whole Czech Republic + Bratislava.

  • Our own methodology, proven across 10,000+ jobs

    Since 2012 we have inspected more than 10,000 properties. Our own TDD methodology for investors and portfolios.

  • 100% Satisfaction guarantee

    We work so that every client leaves satisfied. Client references rated 4.8 out of 5.

About the service

What technical due diligence is

A standard part of the wider due diligence process alongside the legal, financial, and tax workstreams. The aim is to uncover technical risks that affect the purchase price, and CapEx and OpEx in the years to come.

Technical due diligence (TDD) is a structured assessment of a property's technical condition before acquisition. We prepare a basis that your transaction team uses to decide on the acquisition and to negotiate with the counterparty.

We work on office buildings, retail properties, warehouses and logistics centres, hotels, residential projects, and mixed commercial portfolios. For each commission we assemble a team to match the type of asset: a structural engineer, a MEP specialist, a fire safety specialist, and where needed an external environmental assessment expert.

2–6 weeks
from consultation to report
50–80 pages
length of the final report
CZK 5M
professional indemnity insurance
CS / EN
report language

When TDD makes sense

Four situations in which technical due diligence makes sense

Most enquiries come in at one of four typical moments. The scope and pace differ a little for each, but the output always serves the same goal: an informed decision and a basis for negotiation.

  • Before acquiring a single commercial property.

    TDD as an input for negotiating the purchase price, a 5 to 10 year CapEx plan, and an assessment of technical risks. We work in parallel with your legal and financial advisors.

  • Before acquiring an entire property portfolio.

    A separate TDD report for each asset and an executive summary for the whole portfolio. We help distinguish which assets pull portfolio value up and which are in fact a technical burden for the years ahead.

  • When refinancing a loan.

    The bank requires an up-to-date technical assessment as a basis for the loan. We deliver a report in a format the bank accepts, including an executive summary and a structured risk assessment.

  • In internal asset management.

    An independent review of a portfolio's investment needs, an input into the CapEx forecast for the coming years. Particularly useful after a change of asset manager or as preparation for a valuation.

Methodology

Technical due diligence methodology

We tailor the scope of the TDD to your requirements; as standard it covers a comprehensive check of the property across these areas: the building (structure, statics, building elements), MEP, fire safety, conformity with the project documentation, and risk identification. For larger assets and portfolios we extend the methodology with specific parts depending on the type of property. We agree the scope at the initial consultation.

Building structure and envelope
Load-bearing structure, external cladding, roof, facade, insulation layers. Identifying structural risks and quantifying the cost of remediation.
Building services (MEP)
Heating, cooling, ventilation, plumbing and drainage, electrical installations, measurement and control. Condition, remaining service life, investment estimate.
Project documentation
We verify whether the actual condition matches the available project documentation.
Fire safety
Compliance with current regulations, escape routes, electrical fire alarm systems, fixed fire-fighting installations. A key part of due diligence in a commercial property.
Cost of necessary repairs and maintenance
Quantified investments into the main building systems, maintenance costs, an estimate of reinvestment. A key input into the investment model.
Recommendations for negotiation
Specific points on which the buyer can build a negotiating position against the seller: an adjustment to the purchase price, retention, guarantees, changes to the contractual terms.

Output

What youreceive

A technical due diligence report in PDF. Typically 50 to 80 pages, depending on the size and complexity of the asset. The look and structure are inspired by financial due diligence outputs, so the report is readable for management and the investment committee, not just for engineers. We deliver in Czech, and on request in English.

  • Executive summary for management, the investment committee, and the legal team. A structured summary of the key findings, the financial impact, and recommendations for negotiation.

  • Detailed technical section photo documentation, a description of findings, an estimate of remediation costs, and recommended next steps. Structured by methodological area.

How it works

How the cooperation works in five steps

As standard we work from the initial consultation to handover of the report in 2 to 6 weeks, depending on the size of the asset. For urgent transactions we can adapt, just call us directly.

  1. 01

    No-obligation consultation

    Approx. 1 hour

    We meet in person or online. We go through the type and size of the property, the closing date, the scope of TDD required, and the specific questions you want covered. We answer questions about methodology and references. The consultation is without obligation and usually takes around 1 hour.

  2. 02

    Price quote and contract with NDA

    Fixed price

    We prepare a quote with a fixed price and deadline. Signing an NDA before any documentation is shared is standard. We accept your standard template, or prepare our own.

  3. 03

    Preparation and access

    Team matched to the property

    You arrange access to the documentation (project design, occupancy permit, and any existing energy audit and inspection reports) and access to the property. We assemble the team of inspectors and agree the dates for the on-site survey.

  4. 04

    On-site survey and document analysis

    2 to 5 days

    Our team of inspectors carries out a detailed survey of the property. For larger properties this takes 2 to 5 working days. In parallel we analyze the documentation provided. We keep the client informed throughout if we come across a finding that affects the transaction. We then write everything up into a clear technical due diligence report.

  5. 05

    Handover of the report and presentation

    2 to 3 weeks

    We hand over the TDD report on the agreed date, as standard 2 to 3 weeks after the survey is completed. On request we present the report in person to the investment committee or management. After handover we remain available for follow-up questions and to support negotiations with the seller.

References

Selected technical due diligence projects

Below are examples of TDD from recent years across different types of property. More extensive references and contacts for specific projects we share on request after signing an NDA.

  • 01 / 05 Hotel · 5★

    5★ Hotel, Praha

    TDD for the buyer

    Technical due diligence of a large five-star hotel for the buyer. Assessment of the building, MEP, fire safety, and conformity with documentation.

  • 02 / 05 Office

    Prosek Point, Praha

    TDD + expert opinion

    Office space before the end of the lease. A combination of standard TDD with an expert assessment for legal purposes.

  • 03 / 05 Multifamily

    Viladomy Slaný

    TDD for the bank

    A residential complex for the financing bank. An assessment of technical condition as a basis for the decision to finance the acquisition.

  • 04 / 05 Multifamily

    Panel building complex, Praha 8

    TDD + court expert

    A complex of buildings including a court expert's assessment. An extensive project combining standard TDD with a forensic approach.

  • 05 / 05 Retail

    Casa di Carli restaurant, Praha 1

    TDD for a buy-out

    Before the buy-out of a luxury restaurant space in the historic centre. A specific scope focused on load-bearing structures and gastro infrastructure.

Why Nemoinspekt

Four reasons to choose us for technical due diligence

  • Our own property survey methodology

    Inspecting residential and apartment buildings since 2012 has taught us to work methodically, fast, and at scale. We adapt the same methodology for commercial environments and the type of asset, so we deliver complete information about the technical condition of the surveyed property.

  • An experienced team of 30+ inspectors across all 14 regions of the Czech Republic

    For TDD we assemble a team to match the type and size of the asset. Structural engineers, specialists in MEP, electrical, statics, and fire safety. On large commissions we bring in external experts for environmental assessment and energy.

  • Four-eyes review on every report

    Every TDD report is checked by a lead inspector before it goes to the client. Our TDD report is one of the highest-quality on the market.

  • CZK 5M professional indemnity insurance and a standard NDA

    Liability insurance for the firm and for each inspector covers any professional error. We sign an NDA as standard at the start of the cooperation. We handle access conditions and on-site work according to the requirements of the client and the property manager.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about technical due diligence

Answers to the questions institutional buyers ask most.

For urgent transactions call us directly +420 730 193 333
  • How much does TDD cost and how is the price set?

    The price depends on the type and size of the property, the scope of the areas requested, and the deadline. We work with a fixed price agreed in advance, with no hourly rates and no surprises at the end. As a guide: TDD of a single office building or retail property is usually under CZK 100,000. For portfolios we structure the price by unit.

  • How quickly can you deliver TDD? We have 3 weeks to closing.

    The standard cycle from the initial consultation to handover of the report is 3 to 6 weeks. For urgent transactions with a deadline under 3 weeks we set up a fast-track mode: the on-site survey within 5 working days of the NDA, the report within 10 days of the survey. Call us directly on +420 730 193 333 and we will assess feasibility for your specific deadline.

  • How do you handle confidentiality? The transaction is sensitive.

    As standard we sign an NDA before any documentation is shared. We accept your template, or use our own. Every member of the TDD team is bound by a single confidentiality undertaking. We keep internal materials separate from other engagements and delete them after an agreed period.

  • Who exactly will carry out the TDD? We require a senior team.

    For every engagement we appoint a lead inspector who stays in continuous contact with the client. We build the team to match the type and size of the property. We present a named list of team members with the price quote, including their authorizations and experience from similar projects. You can also find the inspectors introduced on the Our team page.

  • Do you carry out TDD outside Prague and for large portfolios?

    Yes. We have a network of 30+ inspectors across all 14 regions of the Czech Republic. For portfolio acquisitions we assemble a team able to handle several properties in parallel. The engagement lead runs the coordination, so the client has a single point of contact.

  • Can we receive the TDD report in English?

    Yes. The standard language of the report is Czech, and we deliver it in English on request.

  • Can you follow up TDD with further services after the acquisition?

    Yes. Once the transaction closes, we can continue with regular technical inspections, with preparing a repair and investment plan, and with monitoring the course of a conversion or refurbishment.

Trusted by

We work with leading partners from the real estate, development, and finance markets

  • ČSOB
  • Dům bez obav
  • Valuo
  • Asociace inspektorů nemovitostí
  • Sousedé.cz
  • Central Group
Tomáš Zima

Tomáš Zima

Co-founder, head of B2B accounts

I lead B2B accounts for developers, banks, and institutional clients. In our first meeting we will go through your project, timelines, and methodology.

Free consultation

We prepare the quote to match your asset.

We meet in person in Prague or online. At the meeting we go through the type and size of the asset, the closing timeline, and any specific questions. We prepare a quote within 5 working days of the meeting.

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