KoduKontrollWe check before you accept the work.

Independent inspection of renovation, furniture and appliances.

We find defects and installation errors before you sign the acceptance act and make the final payment. You receive a clear report with photos and a list of remarks for the contractor.

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From €149. The price is agreed before the visit.

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Findings

  1. 1Cooker hood: extract duct joint unsealed, manufacturer's clearance to ceiling missing.Major
  2. 2Socket behind the dishwasher: inaccessible, cable pressed against the carcass.Major
  3. 3Trap under the sink: joint damp, drip marks on the cabinet floor.Critical
Object
Kitchen and appliancesInspection
Standard, 2 h 40 minCheck points
96 / findings 11Report
2–3 working days
  • Independent of renovation companies and furniture sellers
  • We check visually, functionally and against the available documentation
  • We document defects with photos and plain language
  • Where needed, we bring in specialist experts
01When

When to order an inspection

Better to find a defect before paying than after the warranty and the tenth call to the contractor.

Order an inspection if:

  • the renovation is finished and you are about to sign the acceptance act;
  • a kitchen, wardrobes or other made-to-order furniture has been installed;
  • built-in appliances have been connected;
  • you have noticed misalignment, vibration, overheating, leaks or other problems;
  • the contractor says everything is done, but you want an independent assessment;
  • you need to verify that previously identified defects have been fixed;
  • important concealed work has not yet been covered by finishes.
An inspected kitchen: built-in furniture and appliances
One of our projects

We do not hunt for defects for the sake of numbers. Our job is to check the result objectively and help you get exactly the quality you paid for.

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02Service

What we check

Six areas, each with a concrete checklist. Pick an area to see exactly what we look at.

Built-in furniture

Kitchens, cabinets, wardrobes, vanity units and other made-to-order furniture.

We check:

  • compliance with the design, dimensions and agreed specification;
  • level installation, with no tilt, sag or wobble;
  • strength of fixings and stability of the structure;
  • gaps and adjustment of the fronts;
  • operation of doors, drawers, hinges and lift mechanisms;
  • edges, joints, worktops and visible surfaces;
  • damage, chips and manufacturing defects;
  • ventilation gaps for built-in appliances;
  • access to services and serviceability of equipment.
03Report

What you get

Not just an expert's opinion, but a working tool for the conversation with your contractor.

If no significant defects are found, the report says so too. You can accept the work with more confidence, rather than on the contractor's word that “this is how it should be”.

View a sample reportPDF · 6 pages · opens in a new tab

Report · no. 0417 · kitchen and appliancesAfter the inspection you receive:
  • a structured list of the defects found
  • photos of the problem areas
  • a clear description of each remark
  • remarks classified by importance
  • recommendations for remedying them
  • a list of questions and requirements for the contractor
  • an overall conclusion within the scope of the inspection
Critical
1Major
4Cosmetic
6OK
85
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04Process

How the inspection works

  1. 1

    You send a request

    Briefly describe the object and attach photos. If available, send the contract, estimate, drawings, appliance models and a description of problems you have already noticed.

  2. 2

    We agree the scope and price

    We determine what exactly needs checking, which specialists are required and how long it will take. You receive a proposal in advance with the scope, deliverables and price.

  3. 3

    We inspect on site

    We check accessible elements, connections, fixings, mechanisms, clearances and the basic functioning of equipment. We compare the result with the documentation provided.

  4. 4

    We deliver the report

    You receive a written report with photos and recommendations, usually within 2–3 working days.

  5. 5

    We verify the fixes

    If needed, we re-inspect the object and note which defects the contractor has remedied.

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05Pricing

Inspection pricing

A clear price before the visit. The price depends on the size of the object, the scope of work, the amount of furniture and appliances, the duration of the inspection and the number of specialists needed. Below are guide prices; the final price is agreed in advance.

Express

from149€

One area or a specific problem, up to 1.5 hours.

Standard

from299€

A kitchen with appliances, furniture or one set of works, up to 3 hours.

Comprehensive

from499€

Several areas: renovation, furniture, appliances and plumbing.

Follow-up

from99€

Verification of defect remediation after the first inspection.

The proposal states in advance: the list of elements to be checked, the limits of the inspection, the expected duration, the contents of the report and the final price. Additional work is only carried out by agreement.

Travel outside Tallinn and Harju County is charged separately.

Request a proposal

We will reply and clarify the details we need. The order is only confirmed after your approval.

06Levels

Inspection levels

A

Standard inspection

A visual and functional inspection without damaging finishes, opening structures or dismantling equipment. We check accessible elements, basic functioning and compliance with the documentation provided.

B

Extended technical inspection

If special measurements, in-depth diagnostics or an official protocol are needed, we agree the involvement of a specialist in advance.

An extended inspection may include:

  • measurement of electrical installation parameters;
  • checks of earthing and protective devices;
  • survey of plumbing and building services;
  • use of a thermal camera and other measuring equipment;
  • review of design documentation;
  • preparation of a specialist conclusion or protocol.
07Why

Why Kodukontroll

An independent inspection with no interest in the repairs that follow.

We work for the client.

We are independent of furniture manufacturers, appliance retailers and renovation companies.

We match expertise to the task.

We do not ask one person to check everything from hinges to the consumer unit.

We explain in plain language.

The report should make clear what was found, why it matters and what to do next.

We do not create conflict for its own sake.

Good work gets objective confirmation; defects get precise documentation.

08Story

How Kodukontroll came about

I have repeatedly ordered renovation, made-to-order furniture and appliance installation for my own home. Even with well-known companies, some defects only surfaced after a while: appliances overheated or showed errors, furniture needed adjustment, and problems appeared with fixings, ventilation, finishes and connections.

After the project ended, a new cycle began: calls, explanations, waiting for tradesmen and endless small fixes. That raised a simple question: why not check everything before final acceptance and payment, while the contractors are still on site and can fix the remarks?

That is how Kodukontroll was born.

Our goal is to help the client get a high-quality, safe result that matches what was agreed. Without hunting for defects at any cost and without needless conflict with the contractor.

Our specialists

For each inspection we select specialists with practical experience in the relevant field: furniture manufacturing and installation, appliance installation, interior finishing, tiling and plumbing, electrics, ventilation and other building services.

If the task requires special qualifications, instrument measurements or an official protocol, this is agreed in advance and a specialist is brought in for the inspection.

09FAQ

Frequently asked questions

If your question is not here, write to us. We usually reply the same working day.

When is the best time to order an inspection?

After the work is finished, but before signing the acceptance act and making the final payment. On larger projects, interim inspections are useful: before services, waterproofing and other concealed work are closed up.

Can I order an inspection if the work has already been accepted?

Yes. We can document accessible defects and help understand the likely causes of a problem. However, it is usually easier to get remarks fixed before the final payment.

What do I need to send for a quote?

The address and type of object, a list of works, furniture and appliances, photos or video, and the preferred inspection date. If available, attach the contract, estimate, design, drawings, appliance models and a description of problems already found.

Does the contractor have to be present?

It is not required, but their presence can be useful: remarks can be shown and discussed on site right away.

Will you definitely find defects?

No. We give an objective assessment rather than collecting remarks for the sake of numbers. If the inspected work has been done correctly, the report will say so.

Do you fix the defects yourselves?

Kodukontroll's core service is independent inspection. That rules out any interest in artificially inflating the scope of repairs. We can suggest a possible way to fix a defect or help find a specialist; this is agreed separately.

Is the report an official expert assessment?

The standard report is an independent account of the inspection results. If you need an official expert assessment, a special protocol or a certified specialist's conclusion for court, an insurance claim or a dispute, tell us before ordering: we will check whether such a service is possible and agree its scope separately.

Will the contractor be obliged to fix all the remarks?

That depends on the contract, the design, the nature of the defect and the applicable requirements. Our report helps document the facts and discuss them with the contractor in concrete terms, but it is not in itself a court decision or a binding order.

Do you inspect concealed work?

A standard inspection is carried out without opening structures or damaging finishes. Concealed work is assessed from accessible areas and from the photos, acts and design documentation provided. The most reliable approach is to inspect such work before it is closed up.

Do you diagnose appliances?

We check correct installation, connections, ventilation, access to services and basic functioning. We do not open the appliance and we do not replace diagnostics by an authorised service.

How long does an inspection take and when is the report ready?

A typical inspection takes 1.5 to 3 hours. The duration of a comprehensive inspection depends on the object. The standard report is usually ready within 2–3 working days; a different deadline is stated in the proposal in advance.

Can I order a follow-up inspection?

Yes. After the defects have been fixed we can re-inspect the object and verify that the remarks from the first report have been addressed.

Do you guarantee there will be no problems after the inspection?

An inspection reduces the risk of unpleasant surprises but cannot guarantee the absence of all future faults. Some defects only appear after prolonged use or are found when structures are opened or special diagnostics are carried out. The report states the scope and limits of the inspection performed.

Where do you work?

Our main area is Tallinn and Harju County. Visits to other regions of Estonia are possible by prior arrangement.

10Request

Send a request

Check the work before it becomes your problem.

Send us the details of your object. We will assess the scope, identify the specialists needed and tell you the price in advance.

E.g. kitchen with appliances, bathroom renovation, wardrobe, whole apartment.
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