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Don't rely on your builder to tell you what to check. Our construction checklist covers every stage from site preparation to final handover, based on the National Construction Code and state-specific requirements.
Foundation & Slab: check steel reinforcement, termite barriers, drainage. Frame: verify timber grades, bracing, tie-downs. Lock-up: inspect windows, doors, roofing, flashings. Pre-Drywall: this is your LAST chance to see inside walls — check plumbing, electrical, insulation. Fixing: cabinets, tiling, paint quality. Handover: the comprehensive final inspection.
Once plasterboard goes up, you'll never see the inside of your walls again. Our pre-drywall checklist ensures you verify insulation R-values, electrical wiring routes, plumbing pressure tests, waterproofing membranes, and structural bracing BEFORE they're hidden forever.
Take photos at every checkpoint and attach them directly to the checklist item. This creates a visual construction diary that's invaluable if issues emerge months or years after handover.
Our checklists reference the National Construction Code (NCC), relevant Australian Standards (AS), and state-specific requirements including NSW BASIX, Victorian 6-Star, and Queensland QDC.
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