Builder Defects Warranty Inspection
Document every defect before your builder's warranty runs out — and claim what you're entitled to.
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A builder defects warranty inspection is a detailed assessment of your home carried out before the builder's warranty period expires. A licensed builder-inspector examines the entire property, documenting defects, faulty workmanship and incomplete items that you are entitled to have the builder rectify — while there is still time to lodge a claim.
Many defects in new homes take months to reveal themselves: settling cracks, sticking doors, leaking balconies, failing waterproofing. Owners often live with these issues, not realising they remain the builder's responsibility. Once the warranty window closes, the cost of repair shifts to you — so the timing of this inspection matters enormously.
If your home in South-East Queensland is approaching the end of its defect liability or statutory warranty period, this inspection gives you a professionally documented, unbiased claim you can put straight to your builder or to the QBCC.
What's included
- Complete internal inspection — walls, ceilings, floors, doors, windows and finishes — for defects and movement
- Wet areas assessed for waterproofing failures, tiling faults and incorrect falls
- Moisture-meter and thermal-imaging checks for concealed leaks behind walls and under floors
- Roof exterior, flashings, gutters and roof void inspected for workmanship faults
- External cladding, brickwork, render and paint finishes reviewed
- Decks, balconies, stairs and balustrades checked for defects and safety issues
- Site works — driveways, paths, drainage and retaining walls — assessed for failures
- Each defect photographed, described and classified for your warranty claim
- Incomplete or non-compliant work identified against the original contract and plans
- A same-day report formatted as evidence for your builder or a QBCC complaint
Ready to book? This inspection starts from $500.00.
Book this inspectionWhy it matters
Claim before it's too late
Defects documented inside the warranty period are the builder's cost to fix; the same defects found afterwards become yours.
Evidence that stands up
A photographic report from an independent QBCC-licensed inspector carries far more weight than a homeowner's own list.
Hidden faults revealed
Thermal imaging and moisture meters uncover slow leaks and waterproofing failures long before stains appear on your walls.
Unbiased and thorough
We work for you, not the builder — every room, surface and external element is methodically checked and recorded.
Areas we inspect
- Brisbane
- Logan
- Gold Coast
- Ipswich
- Moreton Bay
Report turnaround
Your warranty defect report is delivered the same day, so no time is lost before your claim deadline.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a builder defects warranty inspection cost?
Fees start from $500, with the exact price depending on the size and configuration of your home. It is a modest cost against repairs that would otherwise come out of your own pocket once the warranty window closes — call us for a fixed quote for your property.
When should I book this inspection?
Well before your builder's defect liability or warranty period ends — ideally a month or two out, so there is time to lodge your claim and follow it up. Check your building contract for the relevant dates, and if you are unsure how the periods apply to your home, call us and we will help you work out the timing.
How soon do I receive the report?
The same day as the inspection, in line with Articon's same-day reporting promise. That speed matters here more than anywhere: when a warranty deadline is approaching, you can submit your documented defect list to the builder without losing a single day.
What if the builder refuses to fix the defects?
Your report becomes the core evidence for a formal complaint to the Queensland Building and Construction Commission. Because it is prepared by an independent, licensed and insured inspector (QBCC licence 15014911) with photographs and clear descriptions, it substantiates your claim far better than informal correspondence.
Is this the same as a handover inspection?
No — a handover (PCI) inspection happens at practical completion, before you accept the keys. A warranty inspection happens months later, once the home has been lived in and defects have had time to emerge. Many owners sensibly book both: the PCI catches finishing faults, the warranty inspection catches what develops afterwards.
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Get a fast quote for any property in Brisbane, Logan, Gold Coast, Ipswich or Moreton Bay — comprehensive report delivered the same day.