New Home Handover Inspection

A Practical Completion Inspection (PCI), or handover inspection, is the final and most critical step before taking possession of your newly constructed home. This comprehensive evaluation examines the structural integrity and workmanship of the new build to ensure everything aligns with the building contract and strict Australian standards. Our inspectors follow an exhaustive checklist covering all areas of the property, both inside and out. We meticulously inspect hallways, living areas, kitchens, laundries, bathrooms, bedrooms, external facades, roofs, and sub-floor areas. We check structural elements, finishes, cabinetry, wardrobes, sealants, brickwork, fascia, gutters, downpipes, and fixtures like benchtops, sinks, and appliances to identify any major defects, unfinished work, or substandard craftsmanship. The primary purpose of a pre-handover inspection is to identify these defects or items that do not meet Australian standards before the building can be deemed practically complete and suitable for occupancy. By catching these issues early—typically a week before the expected handover—we allow the builder sufficient time to rectify them before the final payment is made and the keys are handed over. This thorough independent assessment provides new homeowners in Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast with the ultimate peace of mind that their new property is safe, finished to the agreed standards, and ready for move-in day.