Building Inspection Guides — Page 4
Practical guides to new home inspections, building defects and clear reports for homeowners, builders and developers in South East Queensland.
New Home Inspection Springwood: South Brisbane Buyer’s Guide
If you are buying a new home in Springwood or Browns Plains, the most expensive problems are often the ones you cannot see at the handover walk-through. Cracked tiles under a fresh grout line, a shower that drains slowly, or a door that rubs against its frame usually...
Pre-Paint Inspection Checklist: Catch Problems Before the Final Finish
Book a pre-paint inspection when the relevant plasterboard, doors, trims and fixing work are in place, before final painting and finishing obscure some details. Ask your builder what will be complete and what will be covered next. The right date depends on the work...
Insulation Defects in New Queensland Homes: What’s Missed
Insulation defects in new home Queensland builds are rarely obvious at handover. Ceiling batts can sit compressed, wall cavities can be left empty around power points, and gaps can open where the air barrier was never closed. Once plasterboard, subfloor sheeting, and...Air Conditioning at Practical Completion (PCI): Handover Checklist
Before your practical completion inspection (PCI) or new-home handover, check that the air conditioning and ventilation equipment matches your agreed inclusions, ask for an operating demonstration and record visible damage, leaks, missing parts or unusual noise. If...