Building & Construction Inspectors Pty Ltd
Ensure Quality at Every Step
Building Stage Inspections in Melbourne
With a construction or renovation, knowing work is done correctly at each stage is crucial for both the quality and compliance with building regulations. Building Stage Inspections (Construction Stage Inspections) provide property owners with peace of mind, knowing they're progressing as planned and meeting standards.
What Are Building Stage Inspections?
Building Stage Inspections refers to checking at various stages of a building project to assess progress, identify potential defects, and ensure compliance with Australian building codes. These inspections help ensure that the project is being built to Australian Standards. We check Slab pr-pour, Frame, Lock-up, Fix and Final completion. We can check the Site cut, boundaries, retaining walls, floor levels etc, depending what you are after. We can Taylor a package to suit your needs.
Key Stages for Inspections
Below are just some examples of the standard typical stages checked for a home under construction:
- Foundation Stage: Verifying that the foundation is laid correctly and is being built as per your Structural engineering and Working Drawings. We check slab rebates and your boxing heights/floor heights. Boundary set backs, plumbing pipes and main power conduits.
- Frame Stage: Ensuring the structure of the building is sound and that framing is done correctly, square and plumb. we check room sizes, windows and door heights as well. we check that all Brickwork articulation joints are in and that windows and doors are not bricked in wthout expansion gaps.
- Lock-Up Stage: Checking that the building is securely closed off, and the external elements are in place. We double check your cladding compliance and any fire rating requirements as well. Check your internal rough-ins.
- Fixing Stage: Inspecting internal plaster, woodwork, internal doors, cabinetry and stair cases.
- Final Completion: Conducting a final inspection to ensure the building is ready for occupancy and all work has been completed to standard an as per your plan and specifications.
Here are a few examples of the tools we use onsite to perform our inspections with starting with levels, measuring tools, rotary laser and roofing squares.
There is a lot more to just what is listed above, and there are other optional stages that we can Taylor to suit your needs. All the stages that we have been assigned to, are checked along with your plans and specifications.
Why Choose Us for Your Building Stage Inspection in Melbourne?
- Expert Inspection: A professional inspector brings experience and the right tools to thoroughly inspect each stage of your home. This ensures no issues go unnoticed, and everything meets building codes and Australian Standards.
- Timely Detection of Problems: Identifying defects early can prevent delays and unwanted costly repairs later in the process especially if your builder has gone bankrupt, under legal proceedings, or disappeared or has passed away. It allows time for corrective actions to be taken up during the build.
- Compliance with Victorian Building Standards: Inspections ensure your project complies with Victoria's building codes and regulations, reducing the risk of legal issues.
- Protects Property Value: A properly constructed building or renovation not only avoids costly repairs but also maintains or increases the value of your property. Regular inspections help ensure that the final result is of the highest quality.
- Better Project Control: With inspections at each stage, you can maintain full control over the project’s quality, timeline, leading to a successful outcome.
- Proud HIA Members – As members of the Housing Industry Association (HIA), we are committed to industry-leading practices, ensuring professional, reliable, and high-quality building inspections. We follow HIA's code of Ethics.
When Should You Schedule Stage Inspections?
You should book in Stage Inspections throughout the following key points of building your new home:
- Before work begins: To ensure that everything is in place and to avoid potential site issues.
- During critical construction stages: After the foundation, framing, and lock-up stages to verify work is done correctly.
- Before final handover and Final payment: To ensure everything is completed as per your plans and specifications, to the Australian Standards and the building is ready for occupancy.