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TOP-RATED, FULLY CERTIFIED & INSURED INSPECTORS

Building a new home is one of the most significant investments you'll ever make. Our comprehensive stage-by-stage building inspections in Melbourne ensure that your builder complies with Australian Standards, the National Construction Code (NCC), and approved architectural plans at every critical construction milestone.

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WELCOME TO PREMIUM BUILDING & PEST INSPECTIONS

Building a home is exciting, but hidden building defects and substandard workmanship can quickly turn your dream project into a stressful nightmare. Our independent stage-by-stage inspections give Melbourne homeowners total transparency and reassurance during every phase of construction.

REGISTERED BUILDING INSPECTOR

Fully licensed VBA registered inspector with years of residential construction expertise.

THOROUGH & INDEPENDENT

We work 100% for you, not the builder, providing unbiased defect detection.

DETAILED SAME-DAY REPORTS

Comprehensive digital report with high-resolution photographic evidence within 24 hours.

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Ronak Gami - Registered Building Inspector
VBA REGISTERED BUILDING INSPECTOR
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WHY STAGE-BY-STAGE INSPECTION MATTERS

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Catch defects early before they are covered up and expensive to rectify

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Hold your builder accountable to Australian Standards and building regulations

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Independent third-party inspection gives you leverage before paying progress claims

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Protect your investment, ensure peace of mind, and prevent future disputes

STAGE BY STAGE PROCESS

THE 5 STAGES OF INSPECTION WE COVER:

We inspect your new build across each critical milestone before you make progress payments:

  • 1
    Pre-Pour / Base Stage Footings, soil clearance, slab thickness, vapor barrier integrity, termite collars, and steel reinforcement spacing before concrete is poured.
  • 2
    Frame Stage Wall frames plumb and squareness, stud spacing, lintel bearings, roof truss tie-downs, lateral bracing, and point loads (AS 1684).
  • 3
    Lock-Up / Pre-Plaster Stage External brickwork cavities, weep holes, wall cladding, windows, external doors, roof flashings, and plumbing/electrical rough-ins.
  • 4
    Fixing / Pre-Paint Stage Wet area waterproofing membranes (AS 3740), internal plasterboard, architraves, skirting boards, internal doors, and cabinetry.
  • 5
    Final / Handover (PCI) Thorough practical completion defect audit (snag list) of all cosmetic, functional, and compliance items before making final contract payment.
Ronak Gami measuring frame alignment on site
WHY CHOOSE US

WHY CHOOSE PREMIUM BUILDING INSPECTION FOR YOUR BUILD?

APPROVE PROGRESS INVOICES

Only release builder progress stage payments once defects are fully identified and rectified.

EXPERIENCED VBA INSPECTORS

Qualified VBA registered inspectors with extensive hands-on residential construction knowledge.

FAST 24-HOUR REPORTS

Detailed photographic digital reports delivered within 24 hours with reference to NCC & Australian Standards.

PEACE OF MIND

Complete confidence knowing your new dream home is structurally sound and defect-free.

PRICING PLANS

FAIR, TRANSPARENT AND COMPETITIVE

PRE-POUR SLAB

$500* + GST
  • Footing excavations & depths
  • Vapor barrier & membrane check
  • Termite collar penetration seals
  • Steel reinforcement mesh & chairs
  • Detailed digital photographic report
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FRAME STAGE

$600* + GST
  • Wall frames plumb & alignment
  • Roof trusses, bracing & tie-downs
  • Lintel bearing & load paths
  • Slab overhang & bottom plate anchor
  • Fast 24-hour turnaround report
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PRE-PLASTER

$600* + GST
  • External brickwork & cladding
  • Roof covering, gutters & flashings
  • Wet area waterproofing check
  • Plaster, doors, skirtings & joinery
  • Full rectification item checklist
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FULL PACKAGE (ALL 5 STAGES)

$2550* + GST
  • Pre-Pour / Base Foundation Stage
  • Frame Stage Inspection
  • Lock-Up / Pre-Plaster Stage
  • Fixing / Waterproofing Stage
  • Final Practical Completion (PCI)
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ENSURE YOUR BUILD PROGRESSES SMOOTHLY

Avoid costly defects, delays and disputes. Partner with Melbourne's trusted independent building inspection specialist to protect your investment.

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TESTIMONIALS

CLIENT REVIEWS & FEEDBACK

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"Ronak did frame and pre-handover inspections for our double-storey build in Point Cook. He found several critical frame overhangs and missing truss brackets that the builder's surveyor missed. Excellent service!"

★★★★★

Shireen De Silva

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"Having Premium Building Inspections inspect our slab and frame gave us incredible peace of mind. Ronak's civil engineering background really shows in the thoroughness of his reports. Builder rectified all items!"

★★★★★

Nimesh Wagani

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"Top notch inspector! Super prompt, very knowledgeable, and delivered a clear photo report within hours. Made dealing with our builder so much easier before paying stage progress claims."

★★★★★

Max Cooper

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

A stage inspection ensures your builder adheres strictly to Australian Standards, building codes, and plans before defects get concealed behind plaster or concrete, saving you thousands in future rectifications.
The key construction stages include Base/Pre-pour slab, Frame stage, Lock-up / Pre-plaster, Fixing/Waterproofing stage, and Final Handover (Practical Completion Inspection).
You should contact us as soon as your builder gives you an estimated completion date for a stage. Ideally, give us 2 to 3 business days notice so we can schedule the inspection promptly.
No. Under standard Victorian residential building contracts (HIA and Master Builders), clients have statutory access rights to inspect the property with their appointed consultant.
We provide verbal feedback immediately following the inspection and deliver the comprehensive digital photographic report within 24 hours.
Yes! We service all Greater Melbourne metropolitan areas including northern, western, eastern, and south-eastern growth corridors.