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What Are Handover & Construction Stage Inspections?

At Pacific Building Inspections, our construction stage inspections are designed to monitor your build at key milestones.

These inspections help identify visible issues and defects early, giving you the opportunity to work with your builder to address them before they become costly problems.

Services :

Pre-Slab Inspection

Conducted prior to the concrete pour, this inspection ensures the base of your build is properly prepared. We visually assess key areas including:

  • Slab dimensions and depth

  • Excavation work

  • Termite barrier and protection systems

  • Beams and footings

  • Formwork

  • Service pipe placement

Frame Inspection

Completed once the wall and roof framing is in place, this stage focuses on the structural framework of your home. We check:

  • Wall, roof, and truss layout

  • Frame spacing and bracing

  • Concrete slab finish

  • Window and door openings

  • Plumbing and drainage

Lock-Up Inspection

Undertaken when doors and windows are installed, and the property can be secured. At this stage, we review:

  • Fascia boards and guttering

  • Brickwork and mortar quality

  • Roofing installation and fixings

  • Window and door locking mechanisms

  • Wall linings and cornices

Waterproofing Inspection

Conducted prior to the installation of tiles and finishes, this stage is critical in preventing future water damage. We inspect internal and external wet areas to ensure waterproofing systems are applied correctly and in accordance with NCC requirements and relevant Australian Standards. Key areas include:

  • Bathrooms, ensuites, and laundries

  • Balconies and external wet areas

  • Membrane application and coverage

  • Junctions, penetrations, and sealing details

  • Falls and drainage provisions

Handover Inspection

Carried out just before you receive the keys, this inspection focuses on overall workmanship and identifying minor defects. We assess:

  • Cabinetry and internal fittings

  • Operation and fit of doors and windows

  • Pest barrier installation

  • Tiling quality, alignment, and sealing

  • Paint finish

  • Roof, gutters, and downpipes

  • Ceilings and cornices

  • Walls and skirting boards

  • Overall construction quality

  • Potential safety hazards

Dilapidation Report

Dilapidation reports are commonly required by:

  • Homeowners undertaking renovations or extensions

  • Builders and developers working near existing structures

  • Property owners wishing to protect their assets before neighbouring works begin