It’s not uncommon for new houses and renovations to be completed with defects. If your new building or renovation project has been completed with unsatisfactory defects, have Melbourne House Check conduct a new building defects inspection and obtain a property condition report.
When you are preparing to take possession of your newly constructed home, obtaining a Pre-Handover Inspection is vital to ensuring peace of mind. A Melbourne House Check independent building inspector can thoroughly check all visible components of the construction to ensure the best quality workmanship is achieved.
Building a new home is complicated, and almost all new homes have an extensive list of defects (at practical completion) that require repair by various trades. Many of these defects may not be obvious to the un-trained eye, however our experienced inspectors take the time to thoroughly inspect all aspects of the property, and prepare a comprehensive report documenting all major and minor defects – to be repaired by the builder prior to handover.
Whether the problems are related to major structural issues or imperfect interior finishes, it’s vital that the defects are documented at the end of the project and presented to the builder within a specified time frame. Preparing such defects lists is normal practice and these days builders expect defect lists to be presented to them after completion. However, in the excitement of project completion, preparation of a thorough detailed defect list is sometimes overlooked and often rushed.
At Melbourne House Check we have been involved in defect list preparation for many years. We take the time to thoroughly inspect all work and prepare a comprehensive, detailed report documenting all major and minor defects. Our new building defect inspections consider structural elements in the roof space, subfloor, decks and pergolas. All brickwork, cladding and roofing components are thoroughly checked and the entire site in general is assessed. These inspections are undertaken by fully registered and insured builders and conducted in accordance with the Australian Standard.
Defects commonly identified in new houses range from major structural issues to minor cosmetic defective surfaces (eg scuff marks, minor scratches etc). Many of these defects may not be obvious, and if not adequately repaired, may only become apparent after living in the property for some time. Getting the builder and tradespeople back after handover can be time consuming, create headaches, and is very stressful to the new homeowner. Ideally your new home should be perfect when you settle.
A Melbourne Hose Check Inspection Report will list all defects, incomplete works and/or poor quality workmanship. The report will include detailed narratives, photographs for visual reference, and also refer to building codes and standards where relevant.
Melbourne House Check inspectors follow detailed guidelines and checklists to ensure the reports we provide are thorough, comprehensive and the most detailed reports in the industry; yet they are easy to read and understand so that the client and builder are able to identify each defect. We take the time to carefully inspect the interior and exterior of the property; the roof space; subfloor structure; decks, pergolas & verandahs; brickwork, cladding & roofing components; fences, stairs, retaining walls & other site aspects.
We meticulously inspect every aspect of the property. Due to the complexity of each inspection, there are too many items to list, however the following are some of the construction elements we check and inspect on your behalf:
Book your inspection by calling 1300 729 352 or by completing our booking form here. Your inspection can be arranged as early as the following day and we are available 7 days a week.
We will confirm the inspection directly with the agent or relevant authority, based on your requested time. You’ll then receive a confirmation email and pre-engagement agreement in accordance with AS4349-2007.
We conduct the inspection and call you afterwards to discuss a summary of our findings and any identified issues. A comprehensive written report will be provided to you on the same day.
At Melbourne House Check, we offer free ongoing building advice for any property we inspect. Whether you are planning a renovation or you simply have questions about your house, call us to discuss the details and we will steer you in the right direction.
Please fill in the form below to request an inspection or call 1300 729 352 – 7am to 9pm / 7 days a week.
