Building Inspection Reports Explained

Kourosh A | 17 Jul 2019

Building Inspection Sydney

How confident are you that your builder is doing a good job on your new home construction? How would you know if sub-standard work was being completed? The reality is, that without the professional opinion of a suitably qualified and experienced individual, there's little chance that you will know whether your builder is constructing your home in a way that will result in a safe, long-lasting dwelling. At every stage of the construction process, there is the chance for poor workmanship or a design flaw to be built in, potentially leading to all sorts of problems with your new home. One solution to this issue is to employ a building professional to complete a new home inspection.

What are the benefits of a new home (stage) inspection Sydney residents use?

Using APBI to complete an inspection at each stage of the construction process can bring the following benefits:

- Reassurance that your property is being built to the highest possible standard.
- Early detection of any issues, making it easier for them to be fixed "then and there", rather than potentially requiring extensive remediation once the property has been completed.
- The builders are still on-site, which means it's easier to negotiate with them for the problem to be resolved. Trying to get defects fixed post-completion can be challenging.
- It's clear that the problem has arisen as a result of the construction used, rather than come about due to circumstances post-construction.

What does an inspection report cover?

The format for the inspection report Sydney homeowners prefer comes in four separate parts:

1. Pre-slab report: this covers the condition of the foundations, footings, sub-surface utility installations and any other part of the home which is generally located below ground.
2. The frame stage: covering the timber frame, roof trusses, wrap and utility installations, this survey covers the second of the four main construction stages.
3. Lock-up: this is where the building begins to take shape: the walls and roof are completed; windows and exterior doors are installed; fascias and guttering are added.
4. Fixing: the final stage of the proceedings, this is where the house is turned from a shell into a home. The plumbing, drainage and heating is installed. Tiling is completed. Plasterboard, air conditioning and electrics are all added.

Australian Building Inspection Sydney - we're on your side

Note that work completed during initial construction phases is often covered by additional materials later on in the process, masking any problems. This is one of the reasons that we recommend multi-stage inspection. We offer a transparent, professional building inspection service which is designed to give you the information you need to make sure your new home is as well-constructed as it can be. With fixed prices and a highly experienced team, we carry out detailed surveys which are presented in the form of comprehensive but easy-to-digest reports. Get in touch with us to find out more about what our new buildings survey(s) cover, or to book one of our team to come out and take a look at your project.