Building a new home is a major investment, and independent inspections during construction can help identify defects and incomplete work before they are covered up or become more difficult to rectify.
PADinspections provides independent new home building inspections across Melbourne, helping homeowners assess construction quality at key stages of the build.
Our inspections are designed to identify visible defects, incomplete work and areas that may require correction or further assessment before construction progresses.
Independent Construction Stage Inspections
A new home is built in stages, and each stage presents different risks.
By inspecting the property throughout construction, issues can be identified earlier and raised with the builder before the next stage is completed.
Depending on the build, inspections may include:
- Base or slab stage inspections
- Frame stage inspections
- Pre-plaster inspections
- Lock-up inspections
- Fixing stage inspections
- PCI and final handover inspections
What We Check
The areas assessed depend on the construction stage and what is accessible at the time of inspection.
Our inspections may include assessment of:
- Slab and structural elements
- Wall and roof framing
- Bracing and connections
- Brickwork and external walls
- Roofing
- Windows and doors
- Insulation
- Internal linings
- Visible waterproofing details
- Finishes and workmanship
- Incomplete items and defects
Where relevant, visible work may be assessed against applicable building requirements, plans and construction standards.
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Call (03) 8797 2639
Why Construction Stage Inspections Matter
Many building defects are easier to correct when they are identified early.
For example, framing defects can be much more difficult to assess once plaster has been installed, while waterproofing and finishing issues can become costly if they are not identified before handover.
Independent inspections give you another experienced set of eyes on the build and provide documented evidence of defects that may need to be raised with your builder.
Clear Inspection Reports
Following each inspection, you will receive a detailed report outlining the items identified.
Reports include photographs and clear explanations of defects, incomplete work and areas requiring attention.
Where appropriate, the report may recommend further assessment or rectification by the builder or a suitably licensed tradesperson.
New Home Inspections Across Melbourne
PADinspections provides construction stage inspections throughout Melbourne’s western, northern and eastern suburbs, as well as Geelong.
Book a New Home Building Inspection
If you are building a new home and want an independent inspection at one or more stages of construction, contact PADinspections.
