A pre handover inspection is a type of building report for the buyer of a newly constructed home and takes place prior to the buyer taking possession of their new home but after all the building work has been completed.
It’s generally the final stage in the construction of a home or unit, and an essential step in the home building process so that buyers can be certain that the work carried out on their new home has been done to the agreed upon standards and properly completed.
Professional building inspectors
As an independent party, our building inspectors work for the buyer to identify any outstanding defects and/or incomplete finishes, making sure the building will meet industry standards. A handover inspection and report highlights in detail any minor defects in quality, omissions, imperfections, as well as general building defects and poor workmanship, following a thorough inspection of all areas of the new property (internal and external).
Working with a building inspection company that employs only the most experienced and knowledgeable inspectors allows you to take advantage of a wealth of experience. Your pre-handover inspection report helps you to identify any defects, errors or omissions before the small window of practical completion closes forever, but only if it is done thoroughly!
Keeping you from errors
As a homeowner, you may easily spot areas which have not been completed to your specifications, but you may not be able to assess the more complicated legal aspects and best practices when it comes to building.
It’s always best to work with a seasoned and professional building inspector who has the necessary knowledge to prepare a comprehensive, thorough pre-handover inspection report. This report also serves as your reference document once the builder claims to have made good any defects. Your new home is something to be proud of and to celebrate; it shouldn’t be a source of added stress and anxiety after you move in and discover defects.
Buying a new home may be the biggest investment you will ever make. Although the process is very exciting it can become quite overwhelming. While the home you have fallen in love with may appear to be just what you’re looking for, how can you be sure there aren’t potentially serious issues which can make your investment in your future a costly one?
