New home inspection Brisbane
A new home doesn't mean a defect-free home. VG Inspect provides independent, QBCC-licensed new home inspections across Brisbane and South East Queensland — catching defects before they become your problem to fix.
Book a new home inspectionFrom $660 · Same-week availability · Detailed PDF report within 24 hours
What is a new home inspection?
A new home inspection is an independent assessment of a newly constructed home — carried out by a QBCC-licensed building inspector who has no relationship with your builder. It can happen at the end of the build (handover / PCI), at key stages during construction, or both.
Unlike a pre-purchase inspection on an existing property, a new home inspection is specifically focused on workmanship quality, code compliance, and contract conformance — assessing whether your builder has delivered what they were paid to deliver, to the standard required by Australian building standards.
The new home myth — and the reality
What most buyers assume
- New = no defects
- The builder's supervisor checks everything
- Council inspections cover quality
- Defects are covered under warranty anyway
- It's too expensive to bother
What VG Inspect actually finds
- 15–30 defects on average per new home
- Supervisors prioritise speed, not quality
- Council checks compliance, not workmanship
- Warranty claims are slow and contested
- $660 vs thousands in post-settlement repairs
What a new home inspection covers
VG Inspect assesses the entire property systematically — internally, externally, and across all key systems. Every finding is photographed, referenced against Australian standards, and documented in your report.
- Roof covering, gutters, downpipes and ridge capping
- External cladding, render, brickwork and paint quality
- Windows, doors, seals and weather resistance
- Garage door operation and internal access door
- Driveways, paths, site drainage and retaining
- Internal walls, ceilings, cornice and paint finish
- All floor coverings — tile, timber, vinyl and carpet
- Kitchen joinery, benchtops, splashback and appliances
- Bathroom and ensuite tiling, grout, silicone and fixtures
- Wet area waterproofing compliance — showers and baths
- Electrical fittings, GPOs, switches and light fixtures
- Plumbing fixtures, water pressure and drainage
- Air conditioning units, ducting and operation
- Staircase, balustrades and handrails (where applicable)
- All doors, handles, locks and hardware
- Fencing and landscaping (if contracted)
Why independent matters
Your builder conducts their own internal quality checks — but they have a financial interest in handing over as quickly as possible. Their inspector works for them, not for you.
A QBCC-licensed independent inspector has no relationship with your builder, no incentive to overlook defects, and no stake in the outcome other than giving you an accurate report. That independence is exactly what gives the report its value — and its legal weight if disputes arise.
Why Brisbane buyers choose VG Inspect
QBCC licensed
Adam holds a full QBCC building inspection licence — the legal requirement to conduct and report on new home inspections in Queensland.
New builds only
VG Inspect specialises exclusively in newly constructed homes. Every inspection benefits from deep experience with volume builder defect patterns.
Adam every time
You get the same inspector on every job — not a rotating sub-contractor. Consistent quality, consistent accountability.
Report within 24 hours
Detailed PDF with photos delivered within 24 hours. Builder-ready, clearly worded, and referenced to Australian standards.
“We thought our new home would be perfect — it's brand new, how could anything be wrong? Adam found 26 defects. Waterproofing issues in both bathrooms, incomplete flashing, cracked render. The builder fixed everything before we took the keys. We can't imagine not having done this.”
— Karen & Phil, Narangba · New home inspection, 2025When should you book a new home inspection?
At handover (most common)
The most important time to inspect. Book 1–2 weeks before your scheduled handover date so defects can be rectified before you accept the keys.
During construction stages
Slab, frame, lock-up and pre-paint inspections catch defects while they're still accessible — before the next trade covers them up permanently.
Before your warranty expires
Queensland builders carry a 6-year structural warranty. A warranty inspection before it expires gives you one last opportunity to document and claim defects.
Frequently asked questions
Is a new home inspection different from a pre-purchase inspection?
Yes. A pre-purchase inspection assesses the condition of an existing property. A new home inspection focuses on workmanship quality, code compliance, and whether the builder has delivered to contract — assessed against Australian building standards and tolerances.
Do new homes come with a builder's warranty — do I still need an inspection?
Yes. Queensland builders carry a statutory warranty, but making a warranty claim after handover is slow, disputed, and stressful. An inspection before handover means defects are fixed at the builder's cost and on your timeline — not theirs.
How much does a new home inspection cost in Brisbane?
VG Inspect new home inspections start from $660. The cost varies slightly based on home size and stage. Contact us for a tailored quote — most inspections are completed and reported within 24 hours.
Which areas do you cover?
VG Inspect covers all of South East Queensland — Brisbane, Moreton Bay, Ipswich, Logan, and the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast corridors. Same-week availability is usually possible across the region.
What if my builder says the home has already been inspected?
Your builder's internal checks are not independent. Council inspections check code compliance — not workmanship quality or finish tolerances. An independent QBCC-licensed inspector is the only inspection that works solely in your interest.
How long does a new home inspection take?
A thorough new home inspection typically takes 2–3 hours for a standard 4-bedroom home. Your detailed PDF report with photos arrives within 24 hours of the inspection completing.
Book your new home inspection today
Same-week availability across Brisbane and SEQ. QBCC licensed. Report within 24 hours.
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