As the year draws to a close across Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, and Gympie, builders and new homeowners alike are racing to complete projects before the Christmas holidays. Everyone wants to move in, settle, or hand over before the break. In the rush to meet deadlines, one crucial step is often overlooked: the handover inspection.
Why Handover Inspections Matter
A handover inspection (also known as a Practical Completion Inspection or PCI) is the final opportunity to make sure your new home or investment property meets all agreed standards before it’s officially handed over. It’s a detailed check covering everything from the paintwork to plumbing, ensuring that your home is not only complete but built to the quality you expect.
Skipping or rushing this step can result in costly surprises later — from defects and unfinished work to warranty disputes that could easily have been avoided.
The Christmas Rush – A Common Challenge in SE Queensland
In South East Queensland, particularly in fast-growing areas around Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, and Gympie, the lead-up to Christmas is one of the busiest times of the year for builders. With multiple projects finishing at once, trades are under pressure to wrap up jobs before the break.
- Rushed finishes as trades push to meet handover dates
- Missed details when quality control slips under time pressure
- Limited communication between builders, trades, and clients juggling tight schedules
This combination makes it even more important to book an independent handover inspection before accepting your keys.
What a Professional Handover Inspection Covers
At Informed Building Inspections, our experienced inspectors provide a thorough, unbiased assessment of your new build. Checking it against relevant Australian building standards and QBCC standards and tolerances. We carefully assess areas such as:
- Internal finishes — walls, ceilings, paintwork, doors, and cabinetry
- Fixtures and fittings — windows, taps, lights, fans etc
- Wet areas — tiling, waterproofing, and plumbing function
- External finishes — driveways, drainage, landscaping, fencing, and site grading
Whether your new home is on the Sunshine Coast, in Brisbane, or up in Gympie, our goal is to ensure you move into a property that’s been completed to the standard you paid for.
Peace of Mind for the Holidays
Your new home should bring joy, not stress. By scheduling a professional handover inspection before the builder closes for Christmas, you’ll have peace of mind knowing everything has been properly finished and any issues can be addressed promptly.
Even during the busiest time of year, it’s worth taking this final step to protect your investment — so you can truly relax and enjoy the holidays in your new home.
Book Your Handover Inspection Early
November and December are peak months for handover inspections across Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, and Gympie, and appointment slots fill up fast. Don’t leave it too late — secure your inspection now to ensure your home gets the detailed attention it deserves.
✅ Book Your Inspection Today
Informed Building Inspections
📞 1300 246 367
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