PCI Inspection Perth
A PCI Inspection Perth (Practical Completion Inspection) also known as a handover inspection is an inspection of the building work done on your newly built home just prior to you taking possession of your property from the builder.
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Standard PCI or Advanced PCI β Which One’s Right for You?
For most buyers, the Standard PCI is the right choice β a comprehensive visual inspection to AS4349 covering every item listed above. It’s what 9 out of 10 handover buyers book, and it’s designed to catch everything a qualified builder can see on a thorough walkthrough.
The Advanced PCI exists for buyers who didn’t have stage inspections done during the build. Without those earlier checkpoints, defects from the slab, frame, and pre-lining stages never got a trained eye on them. Some of those items are still visible and testable at handover β but only with the right tools.
The Advanced PCI adds: floor-level scan across the whole home, drone-assisted inspection of high roof lines, thermal imaging of ceiling insulation, shower panel leak testing, full electrical layout compliance check against your plans, and room size/ceiling height verification.
Standard PCI vs Advanced PCI
| Inclusion | Standard PCI | Advanced PCI |
|---|---|---|
| AS4349-compliant inspection | β | β |
| Full internal defect inspection | β | β |
| Full external defect inspection | β | β |
| Roof space, frame, sarking, insulation visual check | β | β |
| Fixtures, finishes, tiling, cabinetry, paint | β | β |
| Windows, doors, seals, hardware | β | β |
| Plumbing and water flow checks | β | β |
| Appliance and hardware function testing | β | β |
| External structures, paving, drainage | β | β |
| Detailed photo report within 24 hours | β | β |
| Drone-assisted roof inspection | β | β |
| Thermal review of ceiling insulation | β | β |
| Electrical layout check against plans | β | β |
| Room size measurement verification | β | β |
| Ceiling height compliance check | β | β |
| Floor level scan / audit | β | β |
| Shower panel leak testing | β | β |
| Price | $499 + GST | $999 + GST |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a practical completion inspection?
A Practical Completion Inspection Perth (or PCI) also known as a handover inspection and a new construction final inspection is an inspection of the building work done on your new home just prior to you taking possession of your property from the builder.
Do I need the Standard PCI or the Advanced PCI?
Standard PCI is right for most buyers β it’s a full visual inspection to AS4349 and covers every item in the checklist above. Book the Advanced PCI if you didn’t have stage inspections done during the build, or if you want extra peace of mind through floor-level scans, thermal imaging, drone roof checks, and full compliance audits against your plans. If you’re unsure, call us on 1300 236 363 and we’ll help you decide.
Do you perform same-day inspections for a PCI Inspection Perth?
PCI Inspection Perth
Yes. Our entire business model is focused on getting you the highest quality PCI Inspection Perth reports within 24 hours. That’s the WA Building Inspections Perth difference.
Why do I need a PCI Inspection Perth?
Why You Should Have an Inspection on a New Home
The PCI Inspection Perth is a reconciliation of the major construction items with a focus on the finish of key items in the construction.Β
PCI Inspection Perth also known as PCI(practical completion inspection perth) or handover inspection is an inspection of the building work done on your new home just prior to you taking possession of your property from the builder.
A PCI Inspection Perth is an important and not to be ignored report carried out on a newly built home. Why? When a build reaches practical completion, the builder or building supervisor should let you know. The point of a PCI Inspection Perth is not to pick on the builder! We will assess any signs of bad workmanship and we will flag it as well as any other defects found including the cleanliness and state of the home. The main purpose is to determine if the home is free of major defects, is safe, and is fit for occupation by you and your family.
Remember, once you take possesion of your property, your standard warranty period begins. So, it is wise to ensure the build is up to scratch with a PCI Inspection Perth.
Although we highly recommend you also perform aΒ construction progress inspection at each stage of the build, if you just want a PCI Inspection Perth at the conclusion of the build, this is still a very valuable tool to ensure the build quality is up to scratch. We are able to find defects, workmanship quality, allowable tolerances, and more.
What happens if defects found at PCI arenβt fixed by the builder?
If issues identified during your Practical Completion Inspection (PCI) are not rectified, you can escalate the matter with formal, documented evidence.
The next step is a Defects and Liability Report, which expands on the PCI findings and formally documents all defective, incomplete, or non-compliant work in line with the building contract, NCC, and Australian Standards. This report is structured specifically for dispute resolution.
If the matter escalates to mediation, SAT, or legal proceedings, an Expert Witness Report may be required. This is a higher-level report prepared for use in formal disputes, with the option for our expert to attend hearings and support your case.
This process ensures your claim is backed by clear, independent evidenceβnot just opinion.
How much does a PCI Inspection Perth cost?
A PCI Inspection Perth costs $499+gst.
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When is a PCI Inspection Perth required?
A PCI Inspection Perth is required at the completion of the build, right before you take possession of the house from the builder.
What Do You Include in the Report for a PCI Inspection Perth?
We document our finding, defects and commentary in plain-english. Our PCI Inspection Perth report also includes comprehensive and full photo reports.
If I have done construction progress reports, do I still need a PCI Inspection Perth?
The PCI Inspection Perth is not designed to replace the checks conducted during the various building construction inspections. Given time restrictions that often exist at a practical completion inspection perthΒ and the fact that many of the constructed items are no longer visible at the PCI Inspection Perth stage, the ability to check an item may be severely restricted or compromised. As such, although a PCI Inspection Perth is a vital inspection, it is strongly recommended that building construction inspectionsΒ is considered for any build.
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Construction Stage Inspections
Identify and document defects during construction β creating early evidence if issues later escalate into a dispute or SAT matter.
Defects and Liability Report
Our defects and liability report ensures the builder is liable for any defects uncovered before the warranty period ends. The builder is liable to remediate defects (at no cost to the client) uncovered during an inspection.
Expert Witness Report
A formal report for disputes, identifying defective work against Australian Standards and NCC.
Used for SAT and legal matters, with the option for us to attend as your expert witness and support your case.
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