For more than two decades the Technical Inspection of Buildings (ITE) was implemented, European countries were the first to put it into practice. It consists of the preventive rehabilitation and conservation of buildings.
It is generally applied in buildings that have a construction time of more than 25 years, and aims to maintain the structures in good conditions of constructive safety, sanitation and public decoration, maintaining the safety of both residents and those who frequent their surroundings.
It should be borne in mind that in a good and effective ITE foundation, structure, pillars, beams, slabs, load-bearing walls, facades, roofs, terraces, sanitation facilities, plumbing and electricity are reviewed.
One of the most favorable aspects of carrying out a good inspection has to do with the revaluation of the properties and the prevention of expensive repairs. In addition, it avoids the damages and risks to which both goods and people are exposed with the deterioration of the structures and, consequently, subsequent compensation.
Carlos Juan de la Fuente, head of the Energy Rehabilitation Department of the Isaval Group, highlighted the important activity and investment expected in the coming years to improve energy savings in buildings, both for the implementation of thermal insulation and for the installation of renewable energy systems.
"We see it as a great opportunity for a sector that is now very touched by the economic and financial crisis, because it opens a huge door for companies and professionals because there is a lot to do in terms of energy rehabilitation in real estate," he said.
In Latin America this practice is not homogenized and in some countries there is not even a decree or regulation in this regard. Little by little the Technical Inspection of Buildings is gaining strength but some experts say that it is a matter of culture and awareness of the benefits and risk of having a building in poor condition.
