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Just wondering if anybody has a checklist of things to do/look for when I do the final inspection/handover of our house?? Thanks Claire Re: FINAL INSPECTION 2Dec 07, 2007 1:52 pm everything....
Sorry thought I would get in first, for a change... I am sure plenty of replies will come back, as I have not even come close to final inspection yet... Gav & Vanessa Building In Melbourne (Sth East Suburbs) http://www.arkraider.blogspot.com/ Rawdon Hill Construction - Canterbury Heritage Re: FINAL INSPECTION 3Dec 07, 2007 2:17 pm yep...everything!!!
Really look closely at your benchtops/sinks/baths/cupboards for marks or scratches. Also windowframes! Turn all the lights on, run the taps and look for leaks under sinks and stuff, flush toilets and do the same, run heating/aircond to make sure working. Go over every room one at a time! Look for paint patches, visible plaster joins....etc.... Other people will no doubt be able to suggest what they may have picked up or missed! Built Porter Davis "Dromana" 2007. Re: FINAL INSPECTION 4Dec 07, 2007 2:33 pm Hi
Thanks for the fast replies I have now been able to start my list How fussy can you be, as we have noticed a tiny flaw in one of the bedroom windows?! Is that something they have to fix? Looking forward to more replies Thanks heaps!!! Re: FINAL INSPECTION 5Dec 07, 2007 2:34 pm It is something certainly worth bringing up, don't be shy in mentioning anything, doesn't matter if you think it is trivial or they won't fix it. Bring it up anyway.... You can never be too picky..... Gav & Vanessa Building In Melbourne (Sth East Suburbs) http://www.arkraider.blogspot.com/ Rawdon Hill Construction - Canterbury Heritage Re: FINAL INSPECTION 6Dec 07, 2007 2:40 pm ME AGAIN
I found a small checklist on the net and it says to take along a power-point tester (available from hardware stores) or a small electrical appliance (eg hairdryer) Do I need to test power points? How much is a power-point tester? I'm freaking out! :shock: Re: FINAL INSPECTION 7Dec 07, 2007 2:45 pm doent hurt to check a couple - just take a hair dryer or radio or something to plug in....something like a faulty powerpoint shouldnt be too much of an issue to have fixed after handover anyway. Where as if you dont pick up damage to a sink for example, then its bad luck - as they can argue you damaged it yourself after handover. Built Porter Davis "Dromana" 2007. Re: FINAL INSPECTION 10Dec 07, 2007 9:54 pm ILOVEMYNEWHOME Good Afternoon Just wondering if anybody has a checklist of things to do/look for when I do the final inspection/handover of our house?? Thanks Claire Just 1 thing you should take: A Kevin from New Home Inspections Re: FINAL INSPECTION 11Dec 08, 2007 6:40 am Here are some links and resources i found from the web
Inspection pre-handover http://www.newhomeinspections.com.au/4.html http://www.handovers.com/index.php?opti ... e&Itemid=5 PRE-HANDOVER INSPECTIONS Most supervisors will rush you through the Handover process, preying on your eagerness to move into your new home and your ignorance of what's acceptable or not. You should remember that a supervisor goes through this process 1 or 2 times a week, while most home owners would only do it 1 or 2 times in their life, so who do you think is the more skilful at it? That's why this inspection is a must for all New Home Owners. Our inspection covers more than 500 aspects of your new home, including but not limited to: Externally * The brickwork for level, plumbness, straightness and to make sure that it is in line. * The proper placement of Articulation Joints, Flashings and Weepholes. * The correct clearances between the windows and their brick sills. * The correct bearing of the brick walls onto the concrete slab. * A simple strength test is carried out on the mortar. Further testing may be recommended. * Chipped bricks and/or holes imperfections in the mortar finish. * The guttering, fascia and eaves for their level, straightness and correct installation. * The roofline and tile installation. * All glazing for scratches and chips. * All infills, cover boards and linings are checked for correct installation. Internally * All doors for correct clearances and function, as well as the door furniture for its operation. * All windows reveals are check for bows, sagging or twists that may indicate improper fitting. * All plaster joints for tool marks, scratches and sanding ridges. * All ceilings for correct installation and for visible joints. * All cornice lines for level and straightness. * All walls and the skirting boards for their straightness. * All external corners for their straightness and to ensure that they are in line. * All kitchen cupboards and vanities and the bench tops for scratches and correct installation. * All tiling & grouting for level, straightness and finish. * All cut-outs around taps for correct sizing. * All tile junctions and joints that should be caulk sealed. * All painted surfaces for coverage, blemishes and paint runs. As well as the surrounding areas for over painting and paint where it shouldn't be. Nail holes are also checked for proper filling. * All showerbases are checked for correct installation, inline with the manufacture's guidelines. * All baths are checked for proper support. * All other plumbing fixture and fittings for correct installation. * Plus many other items. Re: FINAL INSPECTION 12Dec 08, 2007 7:01 am Hey Claire, where have you built? That looks like Spring Mountain?
Jet Re: FINAL INSPECTION 15Dec 08, 2007 2:36 pm Cool. We are building out there in the new sky ridge release. I love it out there, we're so excited and go out nearly every weekend just to dig holes. Re: FINAL INSPECTION 16Dec 08, 2007 6:25 pm Wow... we just had a drive around Sky Ridge this morning to see if anything is happening yet. A few builders signs but thats it. Has that estate sold out? Re: FINAL INSPECTION 17Dec 08, 2007 10:08 pm I think there is one block that's back up for sale. The land only registered in late sept so it will be a while before everyone gets approval from council. My friend is in the same street and we are both hoping for Feb starts. Can't wait to see what everyone builds. Re: FINAL INSPECTION 18Dec 10, 2007 12:08 pm who are you building with Claire?
Adenbrook gave light globes and we just note any minor problems and send it thru to them to repair at the 6month point. This gives us 6 months to fully discover any faults. major stuff usually sticks out as the building goes along. Just build it the way I want and everything will be okay. Re: FINAL INSPECTION 19Dec 10, 2007 1:13 pm Bring your photo/video camera to capture every inch of the house...Look for "hidden" areas such as inside the WIR/kitchen cupboard, under the bench top, under the stairs, all corners of all the doors, ...etc i would suggest nothing is unreasonable for PCI. we did all sorts, including checking the hot water, checking all the GPO's had power, testing that the showers were… 9 98679 The significant date is when receive final payment invoice Check that section of contract Bit of fluff by builders prior to that 1 15945 Hi, I am approaching end of the build. My final invoice will be given to me soon to pay. Some context before I ask my question. 1. My builder wont do the landscaping or… 0 3863 |