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Be Assured with Build Assure Building Inspections
With Build Assure Consultants you’ll not only get a qualified building inspector, but you’ll also have the expertise of an accomplished licensed builder with over 25-years of practical building experience. If you’re looking for reassurance when BUILDING your dream home, then look no further than Build Assure for your expert building inspections. Highly experienced in New Construction Inspections, we specialise in Residential Construction. Services include New Construction Staged Inspections, Practical Completion Inspections (PCI), Building Defect Inspections, ‘Expert Witness Reports’ to be used for dispute resolutions and evidence in NCAT hearings… and much more. Be assured that with Build Assure you’ll know who you’re getting as your inspector – the licensed and renowned Class 1 Builder, Kemble Cain. His unparalleled building experience as a head contractor brings construction expertise to his inspections for you. You can draw upon his extensive practical knowledge as a residential construction specialist, as well as his thorough understanding of building compliance as set out by the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, and NSW Guide to Standards and Tolerances. Kemble has excellent structural understanding and experience, a keen eye for detail, excellent communication skills and the ability to find workable solutions. Be assured that you’re in good hands.
Detailed Informative Reports
Your inspector is highly experienced and knowledgeable with a keen eye for detail for thorough, easy to understand reporting.
Timely Reporting
We understand that you depend on our report to make informed decisions and requests to rectify issues during an on-going build.
Professional Accreditation
Accredited Building Inspector & Licensed Builder specialised in Residential Construction, able to provide Expert Witness Reports for NCAT.
Licensed & Insured
Licensed and Insured: Building Inspector, Class 1 Builder, Asbestos Assessor, and CASA Approved Drone Pilot for Drone Building Inspections.
More than just a building inspector.
Kemble Cain is a licensed builder with expertise stemming from over 25-years of practical building experience as a head contractor and site supervisor. He is highly specialised in residential construction as a Class 1 Builder with extensive knowledge in all building aspects - structural and detailed finishes. His expertise and understanding of the Australian Standards and the National Construction Code (NCC) enables him to provide detailed inspections and reports for New Construction, including Expert Witness Reports and Scott Schedules to use as evidence in dispute resolution and NCAT hearings. Kemble has a wealth of knowledge, great attention to detail, and an innovative capacity to find workable solutions to building and design issues. He is easy to talk to, genuine and trustworthy. Kemble is qualified, licensed and insured to carry out building inspections for New Construction, Defects, Expert Witness Reporting, Dilapidation Reports, Pre-purchase Timber Pest inspections, Asbestos Inspections and Quality Control Builder Support. In addition to being a licensed builder and consultant, Kemble is also a CASA Approved and licensed Drone Pilot able use drone technology to conduct Drone Building Inspections for non-accessible areas.
Kemble Cain, Build Assure’s expert Building Inspector is highly experienced in residential construction as a licensed builder with over 25-year of building experience.
New Construction Inspections
SYDNEY’S EXPERT STAGED BUILDING INSPECTIONS
Build Assure is highly specialised in residential New Constuction Inspections. We can determine if your home has been completed to meet the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards and NSW Standards and Tolerances, as well as the building contract documents, such as approved plans and specifications. These inspections ensure that the quality of workmanship, materials used, and detail of finishes are within an acceptable standard, and allow for quality control to be tracked throughout your build. New Construction Inspections are usually structured around Staged Progress Claims to ensure work is completed as it should be before you make payment at each stage, including the final Practical Completion Inspection (PCI) prior to handover. Often small defects early on can become major defects if not rectified in the early stages of the build. Building a home is likely to be the biggest investment you make in your life, so it makes sense to invest in new construction building inspections from Build Assure to ensure it’s done right, and your dream home does not become a nightmare.
Practical Completion Inspections
PCI, HANDOVER AND DEFECTS INSPECTION REPORT
A PCI is the critical final inspection for your new construction, so it requires knowledge, expertise, and a keen eye for detail – and the onus is on the client. Build Assure can be your expert eyes for this critical inspection and help you identify and discuss defects with your builder. The aim of this contractual requirement is for the client to inspect all components of the building works to identify and note any non-compliant, defective, omitted or incomplete work, which requires rectifying prior to ‘practical completion’. and hand over. It is imperative to have your new construction thoroughly inspected during the PCI and defects listed prior to final payment. Knowing you will have a private building inspector helps the builder ensure quality.
Build Assure’s Practical Completion Inspections (PCI) are completed with a keen eye for detail and expertise identifying defects, non-compliant and sub-standard workmanship.
Expert Witness Reports
With over 20-years of practical building experience as a highly accomplished licensed builder with an impeccable reputation for building quality and structural understanding, Kemble Cain provides you with the expertise and credibility needed for a building ‘Expert Witness Report’, as required as evidence for an NCAT hearing. Specialised in residential construction, Kemble will conduct an extensive inspection of the issues at the centre of a building dispute. He will then provide a highly detailed Expert Witness Report describing the defects and non-compliant building works to provide relevant technical expertise, including defect rectification solutions and a detailed Scott Schedule with costings for remediation. These reports are carefully prepared for tribunal or court hearings, whereby expert opinions are clearly detailed and explained, and will be used as evidence in a tribunal or court hearing.
Pre-Purchase Building & Pest Inspections
KNOW WHAT YOU’RE BUYING
Buying a home is the biggest purchase you’re likely to make in your life, whether it’s buying a home to raise your family or an investment for your future — so it makes sense to know what you’re buying. A Pre-Purchase Building and Pest Inspection is imperative to have carried out prior to the purchase of any home, commercial or investment property. Its aim is to thoroughly investigate the condition of the property to ensure that what you’re purchasing is as you expect. These inspections provide you with peace of mind and information that will guide your ability to negotiate and devise a budget.
Dilapidation Reports
RECORD OF PROPERTY CONDITION PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION WORKS
Build Assure Consultants can inspect and provide a Dilapidation Report on the existing condition of a property at a given point in time. Our Dilapidation Inspection Report will serve as an accurate record of the condition of a property, as a point of reference prior to building works commencing. It is often a council requirement to record the condition of a particular aspect of a property within, adjacent or near a building site, which may be affected by construction work — excavation, demolition, or new structures. A Dilapidation Report can serve as a protection for neighbours and builders.
A Dilapidation Report records the condition of an asset that may be affected by construction work. It can serve as a protection and point of reference for neighbours and builders alike.
Why We’re Sydney’s TRUSTED Building Inspector…
Not all building inspection companies are comparable.
Our Qualifications
Licensed Builder for Over 20-Years
— impeccable record of quality construction. Note: Building Inspectors are not required to be licensed builders - BUT WE ARE!
Accredited Building Inspector
Accredited Timber Pest Inspector
— qualified for Pre-Purchase Inspections.
Accredited Asbestos Assessor
— qualified for asbestos inspections & testing.
Licensed Drone Pilot
— licensed to use drone technology to conduct Drone Building Inspections.
Our Experience
Licensed Builder with Over 25-years
— head contractor and site supervisor.
Extensive First-Hand Practical Experience
— structural & detailed knowledge of all trade areas of residential construction.
Specialist in Residential New Construction
— over 25 years as head contractor with thorough understanding of Australian Standards and the National Construction Code (NCC).
Expert Witness Reports
— independent third-party for dispute resolution and evidence for NCAT hearings.
Structural Understanding & Experience
— collaborated with structural engineers to create and use innovative building methods.
Our Key Principals
Stop Dream Homes Becoming a Nightmare!
— our knowledge and expertise will make a difference to your building dreams.
Honest, Reliable and Genuine.
Expertise Clearly Communicated
— to enable early remediation and a smooth building process.
Ensure Attention to Detail
— for thorough and informative reporting.
Timely Reporting
Competitively Priced
Frequently Asked Questions
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Staged Inspections are highly recommended as minor issues early on can have a knock-on effect and cause major defects as the job progresses. Often, when this happens, it can be very difficult and costly for defects to be rectified. Small issues, if left, can become the major defects at the centre of serious disputes that can halt a project or prevent you from enjoying your dream home. Building a home is likely to be the biggest investment you will make, so it makes sense to invest in ensuring your build is done right.
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All stages are highly critical. It is recommended to have all stages thoroughly inspected so that issues or potential issues can be rectified before reaching stage of your build. The recommended stages to have inspected are: Concrete, Framing, Lock-up, Waterproofing, and a final Practical Completion Inspection (PCI).
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A PCI is the final inspection used to identify major defects, minor defects, substandard workmanship and incomplete works. It will determine whether your home has reached ‘practical completion’. You will be provided a detailed report, which outlines specific areas of non-compliance, defective or substandard workmanship. Once issued our inspection report, the builder will have 10-days to rectify issues, or as per contract. Our report will also form the centre of minor defects or incomplete works that will need rectifying or completing after handover, within the defect liability period.
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If you are concerned about defects in your newly constructed home your first step is to speak with your builder about your concerns and come to an agreement to rectify the issues. If you’re not satisfied after speaking with your builder and you’re unable to come to an agreement regarding the defect(s), you should contact the NSW Fair Trading department to lodge your dispute. They will ask you to obtain a Defect Building Inspection to look at the specific defect(s) at the centre of your dispute. This Independent Third-Party Report will be used to help you and your builder reach an agreement for the rectification of the defects at the centre of the dispute through their process of mediation.
Should both parties be unable to come to an agreement your case may progress to the NSW Civil Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) and a rectification order may be issued. Through this process you may be required to obtain an ‘Expert Witness Report’ from a suitably qualified building inspector. This report is detailed and specific, including a Scott Schedule, which can be used as evidence for NCAT or the courts.
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A Building Expert Witness Report is a detailed report describing defects or non-compliant building works. Its purpose is to provide technical expertise relevant to an issue at the centre of a dispute for a tribunal hearing, such as NCAT. It is required by those involved in a serious dispute, whereby both parties, (the applicant and respondent) are ordered to engage an expert Building Consultant to inspect and provide an Expert Witness Report. These reports are carefully prepared for tribunal or court hearings, whereby expert opinions are clearly detailed and explained, and will be used as evidence.
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Build Assure Consultants is headed by Kemble Cain, the renowned residential builder who has knowledge and understanding of building codes, AND unparalleled practical experience as a licensed builder. His structural understanding and ability to find creative solutions led to his creation of the innovative and successful ‘hybrid’ modular construction method for his company ‘CUBILUXE’. Unlike, bigger building inspection companies who have a number of different inspectors, with Build Assure, you know who your building consultant will be, Kemble Cain. He is a residential construction specialist - trustworthy, genuine, thorough and easy to talk to.
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Most builders are happy to work with your private building inspector. Builders only tend to become objectional to inspections if there are issues and you are springing an inspector on them at the last moment. It is advisable to inform your builder in writing from the start that it is your intent to use a Private Building Inspector throughout your build for stage inspections, and have this agreed to within your contract. This will allow for things to work smoothly with your builder. It will also help them to ensure attention to work quality knowing their work will be inspected.
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Yes, we can provide ‘Expert Witness Reports’ as required by NCAT to be used as evidence. These reports are detailed and specialised, which are different from your regular New Construction Staged or Practical Completion Inspection Reports. They are also different from an independent third-party ‘Defects Inspection Report’, as they are written for tribunal or court hearings.
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We are committed to timely reporting so that you can make timely and informed decisions. Each type of report requires a different amount of time to complete thoroughly so that you are receiving meaningful information. A New Construction Stage Inspection will have a quicker turnaround time than a Practical Completion Inspection. Likewise, a pre-purchase inspection is very different from the highly specialised and detailed Expert Witness Report needed for NCAT. When we speak with you about your inspection needs, then we will be able to let you know how long the report with take based on the reporting type, the scope and the size of the home.
Over 25-years of Building Expertise
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