The floor of a home in Benetússer collapsed, revealing what many keep quiet: old or poorly maintained buildings continue to be inhabited without any control. The lack of periodic inspections and the negligence of owners and administrations turn every home into a game of Russian roulette. This is not an accident, but a systemic negligence that demands mandatory solutions.
Sensors and drones: the technology to audit every building 🏗️
The technical solution exists: implement mandatory inspections like the ITV for homes, using vibration sensors, thermography, and drones to inspect structures without disturbing residents. A centralized system with automatic alerts would detect cracks, moisture, or corrosion before collapse. The cost of technology is low compared to a life. Only political will and public aid are needed so that no one is left out due to cost.
But of course, better to wait until the neighbor's house collapses 😅
Because it's more exciting to live on the edge, like in a reality show called Will My Ceiling Fall Today?. Owners prefer to pray to Saint Pancras rather than pay for a technical report, and administrations look the other way until someone screams. Of course, then everyone is very hurt and asking for solutions. Meanwhile, if you hear a creak, don't be alarmed: it's just the soundtrack of our hypocrisy.