Builder’s Warranty Inspections In Geelong & Melbourne Metropolitan

Builder’s Warranty Insurance (also known as Home Warranty Insurance or Domestic Building Insurance) is a legal requirement for builders before starting any residential construction or renovation in Victoria. This insurance protects homeowners against financial loss from incomplete or defective work caused by builder negligence or insolvency.

Types of Builder’s Warranty Coverage

 

  • Minor Defects (Non-Structural): Covers cosmetic or minor faults that don’t affect your home’s structure, usually identified at handover or shortly after.
  • Major Defects (Structural): Covers serious structural issues impacting the safety and durability of your home. Coverage periods vary by Victorian state regulations.

Why Schedule a Builder’s Warranty Inspection in Geelong & Melbourne Metropolitan Suburbs?

If your builder warranty period is ending soon, booking a professional Builder’s Warranty Inspection is crucial. Our qualified inspectors in the Geelong and Melbourne metropolitan area identify any outstanding defects your builder must address. The inspection includes a comprehensive, photographic report highlighting major, minor, structural, and safety concerns.

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What Isn’t Included in a Builder’s Warranty Inspection?

Builder’s Warranty Inspections in Geelong and Melbourne Metropolitan focus on visible defects present at inspection time and exclude:

  • Wear and tear damage
  • Issues from misuse or neglect
  • Faults from repairs or changes made by others aside from the original builder

Important: The inspection report is a detailed defect record—not a Certificate of Compliance—and helps you enforce builder accountability.

How to Use Your Builder’s Warranty Report in Victoria

Use your inspection report to:

  • Communicate defect issues to your builder within the Victorian warranty period
  • Support claims under Builder’s Warranty Insurance specific to Victoria
  • Protect your homeowner rights under local building regulations in Geelong and Melbourne metropolitan.

For your peace of mind, book a property or pest inspection with Ripple Building Inspections today!

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