Yes, We have extensive experience in both areas

The price is primarily dependant on the type of report that is required, the size, and the type and structure of the building.

This depends on the type of inspection required and its urgency. We can have an Owner Builder report to you within 48 hours. Other detailed reports take a little longer.

We require payment before the final report is dispatched. Payments can be made either by Visa or Mastercard, cash payment on site, Direct Deposit or cheque (cheque must clear before dispatch of report).

All reports are type written and may contain colour digital photographs (if applicable). Dispatch can be via email, fax or post (whichever you prefer).

If you are planning to sell your home and have carried out works on it within the last 6 ½ years, you may need to have an Owner-Builder report done to be included in your Section 32.

If neighbouring properties are carrying out works close to your boundary, an existing conditions report should be carried out on your property to record all conditions of your property prior to the works beginning.

On the day of the inspection you will be asked to show any documents such as a building permit (if one was issued), plans, specifications and certificates such as electrical and plumbing certificates.

Prior to selling an owner built property (or a property renovated by the owner builder) the Building Act 1993 (Section 137B) requires an inspection and report, by a registered building practitioner, of the works undertaken . The legislation applies to Owner-Builders, in the case of domestic construction, for work completed within the last 6 years and 6 months, and non-domestic work completed within the last 10 years.

The report will form part of the Section 32. This is required under the Building Act. Also, for works with a replacement value of over $12k carried out within 6 years of the proposed sale, the report is needed in order to obtain the required warranty insurance.

The contract of sale could be void and penalties of up to $10,000 may be incurred.

Yes, however, there are exceptions to minor works. In most cases an owner builder inspection report is required for all building work and alterations done within a 6 ½ year period of selling the property.

The Building Regulations 2006 require that all buildings have adequate levels of fire safety and protection of people in a non residential building.

The building owner of non residential properties (i.e. shops, offices, factories etc.) is responsible for its upkeep and maintenance, particularly its safety features or essential safety measures.

Essential safety measures include all traditional building fire services such as sprinklers, mechanical services, but also include passive fire safety such as fire doors, fire rated structure and other building infrastructure items such as paths of travel to exits.

Building legislation sets out the mandatory notification stages, when the Relevant Building Surveyor is to undertake an inspection. These stages are after the completion of: foundations, reinforcement, frame and final. The Relevant Building Surveyor may insist on additional inspections as he/she feels necessary. Our company offers additional independent inspections for peace of mind during the construction of your property.

It is generally the responsibility of the builder to notify the Relevant Building Surveyor when it is time for a mandatory inspection. However, we can carry out additional inspections at any time during construction that you may require.

If you have some concerns about the quality of the work or if you simply want a check on the builder’s work, we can carry out an independent inspection and prepare a report prior to final payment.