Browse Forums Building A New House Re: Pre handover inspection 2Sep 10, 2010 9:22 am No you don't HAVE to hire an independant building inspector at Practical Completion Inspection (Pre Handover) but it is recommended if: a.) You have observed quality issues throughout the build b.) Have doubts about the quality of the house c.) Are unsure of what too look for and/or d.) You don't have anyone that does know what to look for to join you. If you do wish to hire one, they cost anywhere from $350 to $500 for 2 hours of their time and a report soon after. They can be found in google by typing "Practical Completion Inspections", "Final Inspections" and try "Independant building inspections". The worst thing you can do is sign a building contract without a pre contract review. Over the years many people have come to me with disputes where they just signed… 0 8339 There are a lot of private inspectors should have stayed working as tradies!! Firstly, you paid for a professional opinion of the works, if he has picked up on an item he… 1 2023 We've had the offer of a short term tenant whilst waiting for CDC/DA home approval and demolition for our knock down rebuild. It would achieve a pretty low rent as it's… 0 13752 |