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Completing a building project is always a massive achievement, however even after construction is done, you still have to do the handover inspection. This step can confuse many people, so we will be answering your handover inspection questions in this blog. What is a new build handover? When you want to build your dream home from scratch, you need to go through several steps. These include getting the finances in order, finding the right site, choosing the right building contractors and then the construction process itself. After this, mandatory inspections are done which ensure that the house is a livable dwelling with weatherproofing, power and water connected. However, after this, you’re still not done. The new build handover inspection must be conducted. This is the final examination of the house to make sure it’s built up to standard and to your specifications. Why is the handover inspection so important? It is the final step before you make a payment, so it’s important to get it ...

The effects of COVID-19 have profoundly impacted industries like real estate, trades, building inspection and pest control. As the lockdown is expected to last for at least a few more months, it is worth asking – what is the link between coronavirus and real estate? To examine what could become of industries like real estate, as well as building and pest control, we must first look at what the current situation is. The current situation The real estate industry is fortunate as compared to other industries, as it has not had to fully shut down. Similarly, businesses closely tied to the real estate industry, like building and pest inspection companies, are still operating also. Many industries have had to change because of coronavirus and real estate is no exception. Agents have taken to using virtual tours to sell homes. In the building and pest inspection industry, businesses are taking careful steps to maintain health and safety such as staff-only inspections. Given the current econo...

People can have many different reasons for wanting an inspection report. They may be buying, selling, renovating or concerned about an infestation or potential building fault. You should know exactly what inspection reports are available to you and what these reports mean. When you know how to properly interpret the findings, you can make the best possible choice moving forward. Standard Building and Inspection Report Standard Building and Pest Inspections are conducted when you are selling your house, purchasing a new property, prior to renovation or for other reasons. These inspections look for faults that are listed in reports as either "major" or "minor". Major structural defects are issues that require immediate attention. These include termite damage, water leakage and a lack of handrails of stairs. Conversely, Minor structural issues include cosmetic or slight defects that do not threaten your safety or require immediate action. For example, minor issues inc...

 Moving into a newly built home is exciting, but you need to complete the handover first. For the best handovers Brisbane, you will need an experienced inspector from a reputable company. In this blog, we will examine what the handover process is, the specifics of Brisbane handovers and what a handover inspection involves. What is a handover? Handover, also called new build handover or practical completion inspection is the final step in the building process. After the home is constructed and all the building work is done, it will be assessed to determine if it is suitable for habitation. ‘Suitable for habitation’ means that it has all the functions of a normal house. This includes power, water, and weatherproofing. The house can still have minor outstanding issues such as incomplete aesthetic elements like the paint job. However, no major defects can be present. Handover must be complete before you are given the keys and is also the point where you make the final payment. Pri...