Practical Completion Inspection (PCI)
Your final checkpoint before handover. We identify every defect so you can move in with confidence.
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What is a Practical Completion Inspection?
A Practical Completion Inspection (PCI) is a comprehensive assessment conducted when your builder notifies you that construction is complete. This is your opportunity to identify any defects, incomplete work, or items that don't meet Australian Standards before you take possession.
Our independent inspection ensures nothing is missed, giving you a detailed report to present to your builder for rectification before final handover.
Don't sign off on your new home until you know exactly what needs fixing.
What's Included
- Complete interior and exterior inspection
- Defect identification with photos
- Australian Standards compliance check
- Finish quality assessment
- Incomplete work documentation
- Detailed rectification list for builder
- Same-day report (issued on-site, exclusions apply)
Homes under 220m² · Includes GST
Homes over 220m² are quoted individually — call Adam on 07 3180 8041.
Common Defects We Find
Real examples from our inspections
Clean out weepholes
Complete ceiling of articulation joints
Paint lintel
Articulation joint to be sealed
Weepholes blocked
Slab crack measurement
Scratched gutter
PVC pipe to be changed to metal
Drainage incomplete
Stairwell void incomplete
Clean door tracks
Gas fit off incomplete
Leaking sink
AC pipe blocking manhole access
Silicone/grout issues
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I book a PCI?
After the builder advises practical completion but BEFORE you sign the handover documents. Once you sign, your leverage to require defect rectification is significantly reduced.
What's included in a PCI?
Full property assessment — all rooms, fixtures, finishes, external areas, garage, driveway, fencing. Typically 2–3 hours on site for a standard home.
How many defects do you typically find?
Most new homes have 15–30 defects at PCI stage. We've never inspected a defect-free new home.
What happens after the PCI?
You receive a detailed report with photos and AS references for every defect. You provide this to the builder who must rectify before handover. We can re-inspect after rectification for a small fee if needed.
Can I do the PCI myself?
Legally yes, but an independent QBCC-licensed inspection report carries more weight in the rectification process because every defect is referenced against Australian Standards and NCC clauses. The cost of the inspection is typically recovered many times over in rectified defects.
How much does a PCI cost?
$660 inc GST for homes under 220m². Homes over 220m² are quoted individually. Most expensive of our stage inspections because it's the most comprehensive.
Will my builder rectify all the defects?
Reputable builders will rectify all valid defects. Our report references Australian Standards and NCC clauses so disputes are based on objective criteria, not opinion.
Ready to Book Your PCI?
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Don't hand over your deposit until every defect is documented. Book your Practical Completion Inspection today.