Imagine you are new homebuyer what are the stuff that you would check when you are going on site? Infrastructure & Access Width of the street - can two cars pass simultaneously? Is it a dead end? Road condition - potholes, broken edges, unpaved stretches Entry/exit points - single access or multiple routes out Parking availability - on street or dedicated Street lighting - safety at night Availability of public transportation Water & Drainage Drainage during heavy rain - does water stagnate? Ask neighbours about flooding history Slope of the plot - water should flow away from the house, not toward it Open drains nearby - smell, mosquitoes, overflow risk during monsoon Distance from nullah or stormwater drain — affects foundation and dampness Waterlogging in the surrounding streets - check Google Maps reviews or visit during/after rain Electronics & Environment Proximity to open drain or nullah - high humidity accelerates corrosion of electronics and wiring High tension power lines overhead - radiation concern, also affects resale value Distance from mobile towers - some buyers are cautious about this Industrial units nearby - vibration, pollution, power fluctuation Wildlife & Pest Concerns Monkeys - check if the area has troops passing through, they can damage water tanks, solar panels, and gardens, come into balcony Stray dogs - density and aggression in the neighbourhood Rats or rodents - especially if near a market, restaurant, or garbage dump Termites - check surrounding trees and old structures nearby Snakes - if near open land, farms, or rocky areas Neighbourhood & Surroundings What's behind the plot - open land, another building, or a drain? Nearby construction - ongoing projects mean noise, dust, and heavy vehicles for years Garbage dump or landfill proximity - smell, pests, and air quality Slum or encroachment nearby - can affect safety and future development Type of neighbours - residential, commercial, or mixed use The Plot Itself Level of the plot vs. road - ideally plot should be slightly elevated Soil condition - soft/marshy soil means higher construction cost Shape of plot - irregular shapes waste usable area Sun direction - which way does the plot face? North/east facing is generally preferred Ventilation potential - are neighbouring buildings too close? Legal & Practical Boundary walls and encroachments - are the boundaries clear? Overhead or underground utilities - water pipeline, sewage line running through the plot? Proximity to school, hospital, market - daily convenience Resale value signals - are other properties in the area well-maintained Pro tip - visit the site at least twice: once on a normal day and once during or after heavy rain. You'll see things you'd never catch on a sunny afternoon