Frame Stage Inspection
Need a Frame Stage Inspection?
If your building project has reached the framing stage, now is the perfect time to schedule a Frame Stage Inspection. This crucial inspection checks the structural framework of your home, including walls, roof trusses, beams, bracing, and load-bearing components.
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Our qualified inspectors ensure the framing is built according to approved engineering plans and complies with building codes. We look for issues such as incorrect nailing, warping, or misalignment that could affect the integrity of the structure. Identifying and fixing these problems early can prevent delays and costly rework later. You’ll receive a detailed report with photos, giving you peace of mind before moving on to the next stage of construction. Book your Frame Stage Inspection today and ensure your home is built right from the ground up.
What Does a Frame Stage Inspection Involve?
A Frame Stage Inspection involves a thorough check of the structural framework of your building before internal linings are installed. Inspectors assess the quality and accuracy of wall frames, roof trusses, beams, and bracing to ensure they match the approved plans and meet building code requirements. They look for issues like incorrect fixings, misalignments, bowing, or inadequate supports that could compromise structural integrity. The inspection also includes checking load-bearing walls, window and door openings, and overall workmanship. Any concerns are documented in a detailed report with photographs, helping to ensure your home is safe, strong, and ready for the next stage of construction.
Why a Frame Inspection Matters?
A frame inspection matters because it ensures the structural skeleton of your home is safe, stable, and built to code. This stage supports the entire building, so any mistakes—like misaligned walls, incorrect bracing, or faulty connections—can lead to serious safety risks or costly repairs later. A professional inspection helps catch these issues early, before walls and ceilings are covered. It also confirms that the construction aligns with approved engineering plans. In short, a frame inspection protects your investment and ensures the next stages of your build proceed smoothly and securely.
Building Inspection at Frame Stage
- Subsidence
- Visual check that all framing is straight and plumb.
- Wall frame member spacings are adequate with blocking & nogging installed for wall and ceiling linings.
- The connection of frame members.
- Location of under-slab services - visual check that service penetrations through the floor are in appropriate rooms. Building services to wall and ceiling frames installed using new materials, in good condition.
- Roof truss/frame is installed, tied down & braced.
- If installed, the standard of fascia and gutter installation.
- Structural steel members such as columns, beams and lintels checked for support and fixings.
- Window and door openings.
- Visual check for the installation of a perimeter termite barrier.
- Wall frames secured to top/bottom plate.
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Testimonials
Michael was fantastic! His pre-purchase building inspection was thorough, catching issues we missed. The termite check was detailed, and his report was clear. Saved us thousands!
Inspector Michael was professional and punctual. His inspection report was very detailed and gave us confidence before buying our home. Highly recommend his services!
Michael’s building inspection was top-notch! His comprehensive report and friendly advice helped us make a decision. Great service, highly recommend!
Thorough and reliable! The pre-purchase inspection identified few concerns. The termite check was very detailed, I’d recommend Michael to anyone.