Building Expert Antibes (06) – VEFA, Cracks, Property Disputes
Are you looking for an independent building surveyor (expert bâtiment) in the Alpes-Maritimes department (06)? Cassini Expertise, based in Antibes, provides expert building inspections, defect diagnosis, and litigation support across the entire 06 region – from the glamorous coastline of Cannes and Nice to the perched villages of the hinterland like Grasse and Vence. Cassini Expertise delivers expert building inspections, defect diagnosis, and litigation support in compliance with French building standards.
The Alpes-Maritimes present unique challenges for property owners. The Mediterranean climate, with its intense sun, heavy rainfall, and occasional seismic activity, can accelerate building degradation. Clay-rich soils in areas like Antibes, Biot, and Valbonne are prone to shrinkage and swelling (RGA), leading to structural cracks. Coastal properties in Cannes and Nice face salt-laden air that corrodes metal reinforcements and degrades facades. Our surveys address these specific local conditions, providing detailed technical assessments and clear documentation for property transactions or disputes.
We cover the full spectrum of building surveying services: pre-purchase inspections, VEFA (off-plan) snagging, party wall and boundary disputes, structural assessments, and technical reporting usable in insurance claims and legal proceedings. Whether you are a homeowner in Mougins concerned about rising damp, a developer in Sophia Antipolis needing a VEFA handover inspection, or a law firm in Nice requiring a detailed expert report for a construction defect case, Cassini Expertise delivers precision and impartiality.
Our reports are written in clear, professional English and French, compliant with French building standards (DTU, NF P 03-001, and the latest RGA legislation). We understand the local planning regulations and construction practices, which is critical when assessing property value or liability. Contact us today for a consultation in the Alpes-Maritimes.
Our services
Cassini Expertise covers departments 06, 83 and 13:
- VEFA survey 06, 83 and 13 – Handover and dispute support
- Crack and clay shrink-swell (RGA) diagnosis – PACA region
- Building second opinion – Construction insurance and court-supervised surveys
- RGA and CATNAT survey – Drought compensation claims
- Support for lawyers in court-appointed expert proceedings
Other locations
See also notre diagnostic structurel dans les Alpes-Maritimes et notre page expert bâtiment Alpes-Maritimes.
📅 Last updated 17/10/2026 - Cassini Expertise, independent building expert – departments 06, 83 and 13.