Protect your investment property with an Independent Practical Completion Inspection by Manse Group prior to handover
If you’re building an investment property, that’s almost complete, now is the time to think about arranging an independent final or Practical Completion Inspection (PCI) prior to handover.
The purpose of an independent final inspection by Manse Group is to identify defective or incomplete works and ensure the home is built to the minimum standard for quality and workmanship. Raising any issues before handover gives the builder the opportunity to rectify them and reduces the risk of rental income being interrupted down the track.
The PCI is the homeowner’s last opportunity identify to any defects, incomplete work, or issues that need addressing before the project is handed over. If items are not listed on the final defects list, they are not a formal/contractual defect. It is therefore critical to have a comprehensive inspection completed. We have many clients who are living interstate or abroad and unable to complete their own inspection at this critical time; in many cases they have never visited the build throughout construction.
Ensuring a thorough independent PCI/Final Inspection is performed by Manse Group Building Consultants is protecting the long-term value of your property.
Our easy-to-follow facts-based reports include locations, photos, and references to the required standard that any concerns can be addressed promptly and efficiently.
Addressing defects before handover will help to avoid stress, frustration, unexpected maintenance costs or costly legal disputes in the future.
If your new build is to be an income-generating investment, the PCI inspection and any inspections throughout the build can most likely be classed as a capital cost and worked out in the cost base of the property which will reduce capital gains tax if/when it is sold in the future.
What sets Manse Group apart
- All of our Assessors are highly experienced Registered Building Practitioners (DB-U or IN-U).
- The most thorough checklist; our sample checklists show what we check at a minimum during a final inspection.
- During an inspection we check that elements of the construction reflect your building contract and drawings.
- Our inspections are in accordance with AS 4349.0-2007: Inspection of Buildings and comply with the builder’s OHS requirements.
- We maintain professionalism and a facts-based approach at all times – Items that are identified as a defect are not a matter of opinion, they simply do not meet the required standard/s.
- Our sample inspection reports provide an insight into our reporting style and show how we mark-up defective items incorporating locations, photos and references to the required standard.
- Where possible, we liaise with your builder to arrange inspections and take the hassle away from you. Please note, clients are responsible for scheduling re-inspections.
- If you’re not local, we can provide access to our online Client Portal and take some extra photos when on site so you can keep track of the build. Click HERE for more info.
- Member of Master Builders Association of Victoria, Building Dispute Practitioners Society and The Australian Society of Building Consultants Inc.
- Reports typically sent within 24-48 hours of inspection.
- We are proudly owned and operated in Geelong.
A final inspection by Manse Group will reduce the risk to your investment and give you peace of mind, helping to ensure the construction meets the minimum standards of quality, safety and compliance. We are regularly told that our final inspection was the best money spent throughout the entire build process.
We’d be pleased to help with the last part of the process and ensure a facts-based approach to Quality Assurance. Contact our friendly team to discuss your PCI inspection today.
