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Lock-up inspection in Morayfield

Services, flashings and cladding, seen before the plasterboard closes the walls.

  • Cladding on, windows in, before plaster
  • 1 to 2 hours on site
  • Report within 24 hours
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Stage4 of 7
When to bookCladding on, windows in, before plaster
Time on site1 to 2 hours on site
Inspected againstAS 3700 (masonry), AS 4773, AS 2047 (windows), NCC Part 3.5 roof and wall cladding, manufacturer flashing details

What is included in a Morayfield lock-up (pre-plaster) inspection

  • Head flashings over every opening
  • Wall cladding fixed with correct screws
  • Flashings directed to the correct fall
  • Weep holes at the base of walls
  • Cables kept away from gas pipes
  • Water pipes off steel framing
  • Flexible ducts suspended from the framing
  • Ducts not touching insulation
  • Wall ties to the structural frame
  • Brickwork bearing on the slab
  • Debris cleared from damp course
  • Roof penetrations sealed
  • Sarking and wall wrap intact
Why it matters here

Lock-up (pre-plaster) inspections on Morayfield builds

The Morayfield lock-up list is led by services. Hot and cold water pipes touch electrical cabling inside a 25mm gap. Metal framing touching water or gas lines without any barrier. Exposed ceiling frame ductwork. We noted head flashings that do not extend to the opening, and a box gutter that is too shallow for the roof or holds water.

What we find at this stage in Morayfield

  • Hot and cold water pipes touch cables
  • Water and gas lines touching steel framing
  • Ducts suspended in ceiling
  • Roof flashing not long enough
  • Box gutters holding water or too small
Window binding, recorded during a lock-up inspection in Morayfield
One window was hard to open because it sticks in the frame
Sample findings

Sample defects found during our lock-up (pre-plaster) inspections in Morayfield

Annotated findings from Lock-up (pre-plaster) inspections.

Cleaning, recorded during a lock-up inspection in Morayfield
The inspector noted that some areas of the render required a light clean
Colour touch up, recorded during a lock-up inspection in Morayfield
The inspector found paint touch ups were needed on the render to fix surface defects
Damaged/defective, recorded during a lock-up inspection in Morayfield
The inspector found damaged render that requires patching to match the original colour
Blinds not installed, recorded during a lock-up inspection in Morayfield
The inspector noted that blinds were not installed

The other stages of a Morayfield build

  1. Bored piers inspection in Morayfield1Bored piersAfter piers are formed, before concreting
  2. Slab pre-pour inspection in Morayfield2Slab pre-pourThe day before the pour, after reo is set
  3. Frame inspection in Morayfield3FrameFrame and trusses standing, roof on, before linings
  4. Fixing inspection in Morayfield5FixingJoinery and doors in, before painting
  5. Waterproofing inspection in Morayfield6WaterproofingMembrane set, before the tiler starts
  6. Pre-handover (PCI) inspection in Morayfield7Pre-handover (PCI)Pre-handover inspection checklist

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FAQ

Lock-up (pre-plaster) inspections in Morayfield: common questions

Is that 25mm gap a problem?

Heat and electrical wear degrade insulation, while chemicals from touching different metals corrode wiring. Building a new home involves coordinating trades.

Do you need an electrical inspection?

No. We record clearances we can see. All electrical work must be carried out by an accredited electrician.

How long will a Morayfield lock-up visit run?

An inspection in a two-storey home usually takes longer than a single-storey.

What happens to earlier framing defects?

We carefully assess the defects and record whether they have been rectified.

Have you inspected your box gutters yet?

You can make big changes to the design and level of the home during construction, which becomes much more difficult once the roof is on.

How quickly will the builder fix defects?

Yes, the inspector can still attend if the building work is ongoing and the defect is a simple fix.

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