.Marcus Dreher is an ISO-certified German construction expert who offers professional protection for all construction projects and real estate projects on the island
Builder. That sounds impressive. For many, the word conjures up images of dominant, self-confident people with yellow helmets and a trained eye, strolling between cement blocks, concrete trucks and countless workers scurrying around, only to pick up a folding rule every two minutes for some reason or other and dictate new instructions to their architect, who trots along dutifully behind them.
The reality is different. As a rule, builders have little to no idea about statics, insulation, screed and the like. What in God's name is a meterriß? Or even the idea of having to put something under plaster is as foreign and incomprehensible to most people who are building, extending, refurbishing or renovating as the placement of a dental implant is to a star designer.
Grundätzlich „no problem“. Just as stars and starlets seek out the best specialists for their flawless smile, developers and builders are increasingly turning to professional support when needed. That often works well. But sometimes it also goes badly wrong. „There is certainly a lot to be found in her You TUBE“, but it is hardly a substitute for the view „behind“ trained by many years of practice.
It often becomes particularly interesting when your own construction site is thousands of kilometers away from home on a small Mediterranean island whose inhabitants speak a language that you don't really speak well or don't speak at all.
„Both new builds and renovation or refurbishment projects are a complex undertaking from a technical point of view alone,“ says Marcus Dreher, member of the Federal Association of German Experts and Specialist Valuers in Mallorca.
He has specialized for several years in helping German-speaking property owners in Mallorca as a professional construction consultant.
Why do you need a building consultant?
New construction or renovation projects are time-consuming. Months or even years can pass between the start of the work and its completion, especially here. Often small or major details fall by the wayside with regard to the original plans, the intended quality of technology and materials and, last but not least, adherence to deadlines and delivery dates. As an independent construction supervisor who is solely responsible to the client, Marcus Dreher and his team monitor the entire construction or conversion process. „This is the only way to ensure that all specifications are adhered to consistently. This is particularly important in Mallorca, where builders are not always on site due to time constraints," emphasizes Marcus Dreher.
Is the price for the house or craftsmanship right?
In Mallorca, the clocks sometimes tick differently. The valuation of existing properties and building land is one such clock. There is no official index for square meter prices on the island, or at least one that has been approved by the regional Chamber of Architects. Anyone who wants to buy a house, a finca, an apartment or an apartment on the island usually hears that the price is not based on a comprehensible index - as in Germany, Austria or Switzerland, for example," says Marcus Dreher. What counts, even renowned estate agents on the island like to quote, is exclusively the location of the property. Sea view, sunset or sheep bells. Motto: Who - apart from perhaps the good Lord - can price something like this? Maybe we can also look into the crystal ball…
„Nonsense“, says Marcus Dreher. „As professional real estate valuers, we use various factors to determine a realistic, i.e. serious purchase or sale price“, says Marcus Dreher. And: „There are often serious flaws hidden behind the facades of a supposed dream property on Mallorca. Properties in need of renovation in particular should only be purchased after an independent survey has been carried out. Many investors underestimate the hidden costs that may be incurred when renovating a house," warns Marcus Dreher.
Mould and other damage
Damage to buildings or building components requires quick and expert action. This is the only way to avoid consequential damage, analyze the causes of damage and determine the costs of repair in a realistic manner. „We document defects that have arisen during new construction or renovation work and the resulting consequential damage to preserve evidence,„ explains Marcus Dreher. „Even if an insurance claim has to be documented in order to determine the amount of damage or restoration costs, we prepare a corresponding, meaningful and universally recognized expert opinion.“
„In the event of ambiguities or, for example, to stand up in court, we have our expert reports translated into Spanish by professional certified translators if required.“ he adds. This has already taken the wind out of some people's sails.
For non-binding inquiries, Marcus Dreher welcomes your call at any time.
MARCUS DREHER,
pers. cert. Building surveyor and valuer according to DIN EN ISO/IEC 17024:2012
Cami dels Reis 411; 07120 Palma de Mallorca
Tel.: (+49) 7476 / 94 44 686 - (+49) 171 89 23 403
info@baugutachter-mallorca.com
