Concrete Pre-Pour Inspection
A Pre Pour Inspection, also known as a Foundation Inspection or Footing Inspection, is the first phase and is performed prior to the concrete slab being poured. It involves verifying the condition of the footings and ensuring the area adheres to the Building Code of Australia and Australian Standards. We also check that plumbing has been installed underground, verify reinforcement steel installation and take measurements of the marked-up area. AS2870-2011 and the BCA is used for inspection reference.
Our Pre Slab Pour Inspection will include the inspection of (but not limited to) the following:
- Trenches, stormwater and sewer drains
- Steel reinforcement and spacers
- Pipe penetrations
- Termite & vapour barriers
- Check the formwork and dimensions
Concrete Pour Witness
A Slab Pour Witness, is where one of our Building Inspectors will be onsite whilst the concrete is being poured into the footing. It is a phase in the Slab Inspection process which ensures the concrete is being poured correctly and allows you to spot and fix issues as they occur, rather than trying to fix them once the concrete slab has set.
Witnessing your slab pour will ensure the following:
- The concrete is poured efficiently
- Initial levelling
- Surface is smoothed
- No large aggregate near surface
- Edges are rounded
- Non slip surface ridges
- Dampened to cure slowly
Concrete Slab Inspection
The Concrete Slab Inspection is completed once the concrete slab has been poured and set. A Post Slab Inspection will verify whether or not the concrete slab is in accordance with the Building Code of Practice and reflects your new home’s floor plan.
Our Post Slab Inspection will ensure the following:
- The concrete slab is level
- Installed per drawings
- No surface cracks
- Dimensions are correct
- There is nothing protruding
- Service pipes are in the correct location
Stump / Post Inspection
The Stump / Post inspection is completed for homes raised off the ground and fixed to timber or steel stumps / posts. The inspection is completed after installation of all stumps / posts to verify compliance with the Building Code of Practice and your building design.
Our Stump / Post Inspection will ensure the following:
- Installation per drawings
- Levels are plumb and aligned
- Installed services are in correct location
- Dimensions are correct
Sydney Slab Inspection Pricing
At SURE Building Inspections Sydney our pricing for Slab Inspection depends on the service timing. All prices are inclusive of GST.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Concrete Pre-Pour Inspection | $385 |
| Concrete Pour Witness and Inspection | $550 |
| Concrete Slab Inspection | $385 |
| Stump / Post Inspection | $385 |
What's included in your inspection?
Choosing the right inspection is important, which is why our detailed inspection services have various inclusions to suit your home.
Download a PDF version of our inclusions table here
Don’t know what building inspection you need for your NSW property?
No problem! Give our friendly team a call and we will be able to guide you through the process to ensure you book the right building inspection for your needs.
A cut above the rest
Purchasing or building a property in Sydney, Wollongong or Newcastle is a significant investment. At SURE Building Inspections, we are qualified professionals, who conduct detailed and thorough inspections, giving you the peace of mind you deserve. We guarantee that you will be glad you chose SURE Building Inspections to conduct your building inspection for your Sydney, Wollongong or Newcastle property.