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Don't take chances with your biggest investment. Get independent eyes on every stage of your build before defects get covered up for good.
You get in-depth, independent building stage inspections so you know exactly what's happening with your home at every step of the build.
Pricing for each new home construction inspection is based on the build type and the stage being inspected. Each stage is quoted separately so you only pay for what's needed. Call 0437 821 814 or use the quote form on our website for a firm price. Most clients find the cost is a small fraction of what a missed defect would cost to rectify after handover
A major defect is one that requires rectification to prevent unsafe conditions, loss of use, or further deterioration of the property.
A minor defect is anything that falls outside that definition. Every inspection is conducted to Australian Standards and the QBCC Standards and Tolerances Guidelines, and all defects found are classified in your report so you know exactly what to prioritise and what to raise with your builder
Defects buried under concrete, plaster, or tiles become significantly harder to fix once they're covered. An out-of-level slab causes doors to bind and tiles to crack. Inadequate waterproofing can sit concealed for years before water damage becomes visible. A frame that isn't correctly braced affects everything built above it. Each of these is straightforward to address at the right stage and expensive to undo after the fact.
Most standard Queensland building contracts allow the owner to commission independent inspections at each stage, and your right to do so is generally protected under the Queensland Building and Construction Commission Act 1991 (QBCC Act).
Check your contract before construction begins so you know your position. When raising it with your builder, presenting it as routine due diligence from the outset keeps the working relationship straightforward. If you're unsure what your contract allows, call us and we can help clarify.
Yes. A waterproofing defect caught before tiles are laid might cost a few hundred dollars to fix. The same defect found after you've moved in, with water damage spreading through the subfloor and framing, can run to $15,000 or more.
There's also a less-discussed benefit: builders who know independent eyes will review their work at each stage consistently produce better outcomes throughout the build
Yes. Most clients find it valuable to be on site during the inspection, especially at the frame and practical completion stages where defects are easiest to see in person.
Your inspector will walk you through findings as they go. If you can't attend, the same-day photo report and a phone walkthrough give you the full picture.