Construction Stage
Reinspections

The inspection shall comprise visual assessment of the property to identify major defects per Australian Standards AS4349.1-2007. Reinspections verify that builders have completed defect rectification work before moving to subsequent inspection phases.

After builder notification that defects are fixed, contact Owner Inspections to schedule. An experienced inspector will verify all initial defects before coverage work proceeds.

Our report will document each defect as "Not Rectified" with photographic evidence. This gives you documented proof to present to your builder requiring them to complete the repairs before work continues.

We aim to schedule reinspections within 24-48 hours of your request, ensuring minimal delays to your construction timeline while maintaining quality assurance.

Defects that are covered before verification will be documented as "Covered" in our report. This is why timely reinspection is critical before the builder proceeds to cover work.

While not required, having the same inspector can provide continuity. All our inspectors have access to your original inspection report and photographs for accurate comparison.

Reinspection costs are typically less than initial inspections as they focus specifically on previously identified defects. Contact us for a quote based on your specific requirements.

Yes, we provide same-day reporting so you have documentation before defects get covered. This ensures you can take immediate action if issues remain.

Yes, reinspections can be conducted at any stage including slab, frame, lock-up, fixing, and final/PCI stages to verify defect rectification.

We provide reinspection services across NSW, Queensland, and Victoria. Contact us to confirm service availability in your specific area.

A reinspection typically takes 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on the number of defects being verified and the size of the property. Since the focus is on previously identified items, reinspections are generally faster than initial inspections.

You do not need to provide anything if your initial inspection was conducted by Owner Inspections, as we retain your original report and photographs. If your initial inspection was by another provider, please share the original inspection report so our inspector can verify all identified defects.

Yes, our reinspection report provides professional documentation with photographic evidence that you can present to your builder. If defects remain unrectified, the report serves as evidence to support your position in discussions or disputes with the builder.

If new defects are identified during the reinspection that were not in the original report, they will be documented and included in the reinspection report. This sometimes happens when rectification work creates new issues or reveals previously hidden problems.

The number of reinspections depends on the quality of the builder and how many defects were identified at each stage. Some builds require no reinspections if defects are rectified properly, while others may need one or more reinspections per stage. We recommend budgeting for at least one reinspection per stage.

Yes, we strongly recommend an on-site reinspection rather than relying on photos from the builder. Photos can be misleading and do not provide the full picture. Our inspectors physically verify each repair to ensure it meets Australian Standards and is genuinely complete.

Yes, we offer reinspection add-ons to our stage inspection packages at discounted rates. This ensures you have budget allocated for verification of rectification work throughout the entire construction process. Contact us to discuss package pricing.

Our inspectors assess rectification work against the National Construction Codes, relevant Australian Standards including AS4349.1-2007, and the original building plans and specifications. This ensures that repairs meet the same quality standards as the original construction requirements.

If your builder refuses to rectify defects, our documented reinspection report provides evidence to support complaints to your state building authority, warranty claims, or legal proceedings. We can also provide expert witness services if the matter escalates to a tribunal or court.

Reinspections add minimal time to the overall construction schedule. We aim to conduct reinspections within 24 to 48 hours of your request and provide same-day reports. The small time investment ensures defects are properly fixed before being covered by subsequent construction work.