New Construction - Final Handover

Once you’re builder has finished your new home, you need to protect your interests by having an independent professional inspect the quality of the work—before you release the final instalment of funds.

If you’re like most home owners, you don’t have the knowledge or expertise to assess the quality of work being carried out during construction. Yet the way your house is finished is important, not only for your comfort and satisfaction but for later resale value.

Surety are experts at new construction inspections at the final handover stage and we have handled them for many clients, for houses of all sizes, shapes and values.

We inspect the whole building from front to back, and inside and outside. We then provide you with a detailed and itemised, room-by-room, defects list.

During this inspection, we also review the inclusions list in your contract and report if there are discrepancies or missing items. We even check that all power points and electrical appliances work properly.

Difference between our work and that of a private certifier

Private certifiers are engaged by builders to sign off on project stages to ensure they meet local government and/or council regulations. A certifier does not, however, inspect the quality and finish of the work. Nor do they advise if the work has or has not been carried out to a good tradesman-like manner.

We act on your behalf and check both quality and finish, to provide you with total assurance on your investment.

What if I’ve already paid the final instalment to the builder?

If you’ve missed the opportunity to have an inspection completed before settling, it’s still not too late. You can arrange for a final handover inspection within your 90 day maintenance period. This is particularly important if the property is tenanted.

Professionalism you can count on

Surety is a member of the Master Builders Association and the Housing Industry Association. We’re fully insured (including professional indemnity insurance).

Our inspectors are trained and experienced in all aspects of the industry and will give you the best possible advice.

Other benefits

	Best possible advice from an expert inspector.
	Unbiased, independent inspections, that put your mind at ease and arm you with the knowledge you need on the quality before you make the final progress payment to your builder.
	Clear and concise reports, complete with photos—that you can take back to a tradesmans, builder or lawyer.
	Quick service—our thorough reports are ready within two business days.
	Convenient online access—you have access on our website.
	Respect and care for the property—we always use overshoe booties, drop sheets, gloves and ladder gutter protectors.
	Approachable and attentive service—our consultants are available to discuss the inspection outcome with you after the inspection is completed.

Questions or place an order?

To organise your new construction-final handover inspections, simply complete the order form and receive a online booking discount. We will contact you within 24 hours or during the next business day.
 
To have your questions answered, simply complete this short contact form and well contact you within 24 hours or during the next business day.