New buildings are surveyed according to the law by a Government body (Yapi Denetim) whilst they are being erected. The thickness of horizontal and vertical support columns is checked, the amount of iron in these supports and the consistency of the concrete too. The vendor should be able to give a guarantee of up to 10 years on new buildings. With older resale properties, Choices Real Estate can organise a building survey for you if you wish. We can assist you after purchase if you wish to take out buildings contents and earthquake insurance. The latter is compulsory through all the insurance companies when insuring a property.