The demand for reliable property inspection and verification services has grown significantly in India, driven by rising property investments and increasing buyer awareness. Today’s homebuyers and real estate stakeholders are seeking more than just basic property assessments, they demand detailed, data-backed insights that ensure transparency, safety, and informed decision-making. They expect advanced inspection methods, digital reporting, and actionable recommendations that go beyond conventional evaluations. Balancing thoroughness with efficiency presents challenges, such as integrating technology, standardized processes, and skilled engineering expertise. Addressing these complexities requires a level of professional rigor and innovation that goes beyond traditional property assessment.
In light of this growing need for credible property inspection services, The Realty Today spoke with Saurabh Tyagi, Co-founder & CEO of PropChk. With a background in engineering and real estate technology, Mr. Tyagi has been instrumental in building PropChk’s operational framework, integrating advanced inspection methodologies, and expanding the company’s presence across India. His strategic vision and focus on quality assurance have positioned PropChk as a trusted partner for buyers, developers, and real estate professionals alike.
In this exclusive interview, Mr. Tyagi shares valuable insights into the latest trends in home inspection, the challenges in ensuring property transparency, and how technology is shaping India’s real estate ecosystem.
Here are the excerpts from the interview.
1. How do you see technology reshaping the Indian real estate and property inspection industry over the next 5 years? What trends should buyers and developers be aware of?
Over the next five years, technology will fundamentally reshape the Indian real estate and property inspection landscape by driving transparency, efficiency, and accountability. Advanced tools such as thermal imaging, moisture detection systems, and AI-driven diagnostics are becoming mainstream in property inspections. Buyers and developers can expect greater adoption of digital platforms that provide real-time tracking of inspection outcomes and instant access to detailed reports. Another important shift is the integration of inspection data with legal and financial workflows, which will empower stakeholders to make safer and faster decisions. At PropChk, we are already implementing these innovations, ensuring inspections are not just thorough but also digitally accessible and benchmarked against industry standards.
This transformation is closely tied to the larger growth trajectory of India’s PropTech and real estate markets. The India PropTech market has expanded from an estimated USD 1.91 billion in 2023 to about USD 2.5 billion in 2024, and projections suggest it could reach USD 14 billion by 2035, growing at a robust CAGR of nearly 17 percent between 2025 and 2035. Parallelly, the real estate sector, spanning residential, commercial, and infrastructure, is expected to grow at 13–15 percent CAGR over the next five years, with potential to contribute up to 18 percent of India’s GDP by 2047, equivalent to USD 4.8 trillion.
2. With increasing regulatory oversight and the push for transparency in real estate, how important is digital property verification in ensuring safe and informed transactions?
Digital property verification is becoming essential to restoring trust and promoting accountability in India’s real estate ecosystem. With stricter regulatory oversight under RERA and a growing demand for clear documentation, homebuyers and investors need transparent and unbiased assessments. Nowadays Technology-led inspections—backed by photographic evidence and standardized reporting—offer this much-needed assurance. Digital verification not only helps validate the physical and structural integrity of a property but also reduces reliance on hearsay or developer promises, ultimately protecting all parties involved in the transaction.
3. What unique challenges did you face while building a tech-enabled home inspection startup in India, and how did you overcome them?
Educating the market about the value of home inspections was one of our biggest challenges. Unlike in some Western markets, this concept is still relatively new in India. We focused on creating awareness among homebuyers and developers by showcasing the real-world risks of skipping inspections. Another challenge was ensuring consistency in quality across cities. We addressed this by developing proprietary inspection checklists, investing in training, and equipping our teams with standardized tools and software to maintain uniformity across all locations.
4. What sets Propchk apart from traditional inspection services and other emerging proptech players in the Indian market?
PropChk stands out due to our commitment to precision, professionalism, and technology-first methodology. Unlike traditional inspection services that may rely heavily on manual processes or lack standardization, our engineers use cutting-edge tools and software to deliver highly accurate assessments. Each inspection is conducted by qualified civil, mechanical, or electrical engineers, who follow a rigorous checklist aligned with industry benchmarks. Our reports go beyond general comments—they provide photographic documentation and actionable recommendations. Furthermore, our expansive footprint across major Indian cities ensures consistent service delivery. In a rapidly evolving proptech space, PropChk combines depth of expertise with the scale and agility of a tech-driven platform.
5. Can you share how Propchk has evolved since its inception — in terms of product offerings, customer adoption, and the biggest milestones so far?
Since our inception, PropChk has grown significantly in scope and reach. What started as a specialized home inspection service has expanded into a comprehensive platform trusted by homebuyers, developers, and real estate professionals across India. We’ve established a strong presence in key metro regions including Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune, Chennai, Vizag, Kolkata, and Hyderabad—with plans to add more cities in the near future. Our product has evolved too—from basic visual inspections to tech-enabled assessments using advanced tools, customized reporting, and instant digital access. Major milestones include partnerships with leading developers, consistently high customer satisfaction ratings, and thousands of successful inspections that have helped clients make safer, smarter property decisions.
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