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Maintenance Inspection
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We'll call you and provide a quotation over the phone, followed up via email.
WHAT IS A MAINTENANCE inspection
It's the last opportunity to notify your builder before they return to address concerns.
A Maintenance Inspection is the eighth construction stage inspection which is completed post handover and typically done around the three to six month mark, just prior to the expiry of the builders contractual maintenance period. A Maintenance Inspection should be a top priority to all home owners as this is typically the last opportunity to have your builder return to site and rectify issues. Beyond this, you would need to make a claim under your Domestic Building Insurance policy which is only applicable if your builder had died, disappeared or become insolvent. Don’t waste this opportunity to have things tidied up around the house.
The purpose of an independant Maintenance Inspection is to clearly identify and document any issues with a poor quality of workmanship that does not adhere to the Victorian Building Authorities (VBA) Guide to Standards & Tolerances. Ideally there would be no issues but sadly that is rarely the case.
What DO YOU LOOK FOR IN A
MAINTENANCE INSPECTION
During a Maintenance Inspection our main goal is to confirm everything in your home is adhering to the Victorian Building Authorities (VBA) Guide to Standards & Tolerances. We meticulously review the entire dwelling and look for both external and internal cracks or signs of movement, changes to slab levels if applicable, water leaks from wet areas and roofs, floor and wall tiling, fixtures and fittings, door margins and cabinetry issues.
General Inspection
We conduct a thorough building inspection of the entire dwelling inside and out, ensuring the quality of workmanship in your home is continuing to adhere to the Guide to Standards & Tolerances.
Cracks & Movement
A comprehensive inspection of the dwelling inside and out will identify and document all cracks and signs of movement that don't comply with the Guide to Standards & Tolerances.
Slab Levels
If applicable, we review the slabs floor levels for consistency throughout the entire dwelling and ensure they are compliant with the Victorian Building Authorities Guide to Standards & Tolerances.
Water Leaks - Wet Areas
If there are visible signs of a water leak caused by a failure in the waterproofing membrance of a wet area, we will conduct a non invasive inspection to try determine the location of the leak.
Water Leaks - Roofing
If there are visible signs of a water leak caused by a failure in the roof cover or roof plumbing, we will conduct a non invasive inspection to try determine the location of the leak.
Floor & Wall Tiling
A thorough inspection of the floor and wall tiling in all wets areas will be conducted to ensure there are no issues arising from a failure of the tile adhesives or grout applications.
Fixtures & Fittings
A comprehensive inspection of all fixtures and fittings will be conducted to identify and document any issues with their installation or functionality. In some cases, product warranties may be applicable.
Window & Door Margins
All Windows and doors will be inspected to ensure margins are remaining consistent. Windows and doors that catch in the frame are often a sign of movement and may be an indication of structual issues.
Cabinetry
A comprehensive inspection of all cabinetry will be conducted to ensure everything is functioning well and margins / gaps between doors or panels remain consistent throughout.
ENSURE THE Quality OF YOUR HOME WITH A
MAINTENANCE INSPECTION
A Maintenance Inspection conducted by the Home Building Consultant is done so with a meticulous attention to detail, identifying and documenting any areas of concern, ensuring the past workmanship of all suppliers and trades is keeping well within the Victorian Building Authorities (VBA) Guide to Standards & Tolerances.
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WHAT DOES A MAINTENANCE INSPECTION Cost
The cost of a Maintenance Inspection can vary depending on the size of the dwelling, number of storeys, complexity of the design, site access issues and of course the location of your site due to travel expenses. We understand that during the construction of a new home, every dollar counts, so where possible we try to eliminate unforseen costs. To do this, we offer an obligation free quote so you know exactly what to expect and can book an inspection with peace of mind.
ASK US ABOUT A Maintenance INSPECTION
If you would like to know more about a Maintenance Inspection, fill out the form below and we’ll give you a call within 24 Hours. If you have specific questions about your home, please upload your Architectural drawings so that we can have them open when we call. We recommend conducting this inspection at least one week prior to the expiry of your maintenance period as that will give you ample time to submit a detailed maintenance request with your builder.
CALL US IF YOU HAVE AN Urgent ENQUIRY
Suite 439
585 Little Collins Street
Melbourne VIC 3000
