Handover Inspection
It is a contractual right to have an inspection carried out at Practical Completion and insist that the builder complete any items that are their responsibility within a timely manner. Although this may be an additional ‘added’ cost for only a small fraction of the contract price, most new homeowners greatly benefit from engaging in a professional and independent building inspector during the construction and especially at practical completion.
‘why do I need an inspection when the builders and tradesman should know what they are doing?‘
‘my new home looks great, the paint is fresh, the carpet is new… what can go wrong in my new home? ‘
‘doesn’t my builder know what problems to fix?’ ‘I have a good eye for detail, I can’t see any issues…’
‘I have just had my house built and it cost me a fortune! I don’t need another expense…’
Many of the issues that Building Inspectors are faced with are not necessarily code violations but are a wide range of defects. Some defects can be Patent (Design related) or Latent (Not yet apparent) and if advised of can save costly repair in the future. DTS Building Inspectors are fully qualified, insured and mostly importantly very experienced in a wide variety of aspects in the Building and Construction Industry. We know what to LOOK for! Our Inspectors are completely independent of builders, certifiers and contractors. Providing an unbiased report solely for the purpose of identifying any visible issues arising from:
- Incomplete work
- Work carried out in an untradesmen’s like manner
- Helping to identify any defects which may cause major problems now and in the future