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Practical Completion and Handover Inspection

by Lance Holland, from the Community

This practical completion and handover inspection checklist helps builders and construction managers verify residential projects are ready for client walkthrough and settlement. It covers compliance with NCC, BCA, QBCC and Australian Standards, attachments for certifier and independent reports, council and neighbouring asset checks, external and landscaping items, detailed room by room interior inspections, services and safety verification, and final acknowledgements and handover sign off. Use it to capture photos, document defects and omissions, and confirm rectification prior to completion.

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Practical Completion Inspection Checklist
This practical completion inspection checklist helps builders, supervisors, and homeowners confirm a new build is ready for handover. It covers exterior works, council assets, roofing, cladding, painting and plaster quality, internal fix, flooring and cabinetry, bedrooms and robes, bathrooms and wet areas (including caulking and drainage), laundry, kitchen and appliances, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and NBN. The template references NCC/BCA, Australian Standards, and QBCC Standards and Tolerances, with prompts for photos, serial numbers, compliance checks, and documenting defects. It also includes acknowledgement and handover steps, keys and remotes, and maintenance notes for post-settlement defects.
by Lance Holland, from the Community
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NSP Practical Completion Inspection Report
Use this practical completion inspection report to guide a thorough final inspection at handover. Capture project details, locations and photos, and review key areas such as external works, pool, stone bench tops, bathrooms, joinery and general areas. Record omissions and defects, agree on communication protocols, schedule a final walkthrough, and confirm occupancy timing. Acknowledge documentation like warranties and manuals, and outline post-completion procedures and warranty claims. Designed to streamline builder-client sign-off.
by Cameron Gerardis, from the Community
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Handover Notification Form
This handover notification form helps builders plan and track the final phase before practical completion. Capture job number, address, client, site manager, and schedule key trades and inspections including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, air conditioning commissioning, glazing and shelving, communications fit-off, insulation, final plumbing and building certification, cleaning, window servicing, coverings and flyscreens, flooring, fencing, landscaping, paint touchups, independent quality inspection (PCI), and key handover. Use it to confirm dates 14 days prior to home completion and ensure a smooth client handover.
by Geoff Palmer, from the Community
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Handover Inspection Checklist
This handover inspection checklist helps construction teams confirm a project is ready for client handover. It covers exterior checks such as facade, windows, roof features, downpipes, landscaping, fencing, and driveway. Room-by-room reviews include ceilings, walls, skirting, architraves, doors, floor coverings, and window treatments. Services and fixtures are verified, including plumbing fit-off, toilets, vanities, showers and screens, mirrors, kitchen cabinetry and appliances, lighting, fans, air-conditioning, NBN and data points, and insulation. Stairs, handrails, and garage items are assessed, with space to capture issues, photos, and notes. Final sign-off is included to document completion and quality.
by Brendon Ferns, from the Community
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