Specialist Building Inspection
Roof Framing & Structural Defect Audit
50+ page report in 24 hours
Final defect check before settlement
"We thought we'd done our due diligence. We did a walkthrough with the builder's foreman and everything looked great. Three months later the roof was leaking into the ceiling cavity - because no one had independently checked the flashings."
Practical completion is your final legal opportunity to have defects corrected at the builder's cost. Once you accept the keys and release the final payment, that leverage is largely gone.
- 200+ item checklist covering structural, waterproofing, electrical, finishes, and services
- Every defect referenced against the NSW Guide to Standards and Tolerances — irrefutable documentation
- Legally actionable snag list that builders must address under NSW statutory warranty obligations
- Roof void, subfloor, and all accessible areas inspected — not just a visual room walkthrough
Scope of Works
What we scrutinize during PCI
We look at the micro-details that most new homeowners miss in the excitement of handover.
Paint & Plaster
We shine lights along walls to find imperfections that violate acceptable tolerances.
Glancing light defects
Poor patching and sanding
Inconsistent coverage
Cornice cracking
Skirting board gaps
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The PCI Process
We manage the friction between you and the builder so you don't have to.
Book the PCI
You:
Schedule the date with your builder when they claim 'Practical Completion'.
We:
We arrive on site equipped with lasers, moisture meters, and building codes.
The Snagging Walkthrough
You:
Walk through your new home and enjoy the moment.
We:
We crawl through the roof void, check every power point, and scrutinize every paint margin.
The Rectification List
You:
Withhold final payment until the list is cleared.
We:
We issue a formal, itemized defect list that the builder is legally obliged to rectify before settlement.
Defect Audit Gallery
Recent Inspection Findings
Real defect evidence identified by our senior building inspectors across NSW properties.
Where We Provide This Service
No.1 Building Services provides fast, unrestricted certification across the following regions. Explore our interactive coverage map.
South West SydneyGreater Western & North West SydneyCity & Inner WestParramatta & Central WestNorthern Beaches & North ShoreEastern SuburbsSt George & Sutherland ShireNewcastle & The Lower Hunter
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Frequently Asked Questions
It is the stage where the building is reasonably fit for occupation, aside from minor defects. It triggers your final payment obligation.
If the items violate the state's Standards and Tolerances guide, the builder is legally obligated under their warranty to fix them. Our report provides the proof.
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We'll review your project details and get back to you within 24 hours.
Unrestricted certifiers
Your project is reviewed directly by NSW-accredited certifiers - no middlemen.