Building inspections · Canberra & ACT
Construction Stage Inspections in Canberra
Catch defects while they can still be fixed.
Construction stage inspections check your build at the key milestones — slab, frame and lock-up — while problems are still visible and easy to fix. A licensed builder confirms the work follows the approved plans and the National Construction Code before the next stage covers it up.
Staged independent checks give you leverage and peace of mind throughout the build, not just at the end. Every stage comes with a clear report and photographs you can raise with your builder.
Who this inspection is for
- Anyone building a new home through a builder
- Owners who want oversight at each major milestone
- Buyers of house-and-land or custom builds
- Clients who want issues caught before they are concealed
What the inspection covers
The exact scope is agreed before the inspection and depends on what is safely accessible on the day. It generally covers:
- Base / slab stage — set-out, formwork and pre-pour checks where accessible
- Frame stage — structural framing, bracing and tie-downs
- Lock-up stage — external envelope, windows and weatherproofing
- Alignment with approved plans and the National Construction Code
- A clear report with annotated photographs at each stage
Report delivery
We agree the delivery time for each stage report when the stage is booked, so you can raise items with your builder before work continues.
How your inspection works
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Plan your stages
We map the inspections to your build program — slab, frame and lock-up.
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Inspect before cover-up
A licensed builder attends each milestone before the next stage conceals the work.
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You receive a stage report
A photographed report for each stage, to raise with your builder.
Issues we commonly find in Canberra
- Framing, bracing or tie-down issues at frame stage
- Set-out and formwork problems before the pour
- Weatherproofing and flashing gaps at lock-up
- Departures from the approved plans
- Work that would be hidden by the following stage
Common questions
Which stages should I inspect?
Most owners inspect at slab, frame and lock-up. We can tailor the stages to your build and budget.
Do you check against Australian building rules?
We assess the work against the approved plans and the National Construction Code, and flag anything that needs your builder's attention.
Can you also do the handover inspection?
Yes — our practical completion (PCI) inspection is the final handover check before your last payment.
Are you independent of the builder?
Yes. We have no ties to your builder, agent or developer.
More questions are answered on the FAQ page.
Get a quote for your inspection.
Tell us about the property and the inspection you need. We’ll get back to you with the next steps.