Australia's first company specialising in new property handover inspections
Before the builder hands over the keys, get your own final quality check.
Handovers.com works for owners and investors who want independent inspection and advice before accepting a new house or unit.
We inspect, document, and help communicate defects clearly so your builder can action them quickly.
100,000+ houses and units inspected
12,000+ inspections completed each year
24 hours for your tailored report
20+ years specialising in handover inspections
The handover problem
Most buyers reach handover with no independent quality control.
You can spend months researching your builder and still be asked to accept handover without knowing which defects should be raised. Handovers.com provides independent final quality control before sign-off.
For over 20 years, helping buyers with independent final quality control
Australia-wide team fully qualified in a tried and tested inspection process
Recognised by parts of the industry, including builders using Handovers.com for QA reviews
Resources and policy
Everything from links to booking policies in one place.
Useful links
State authority resources for building and consumer reference.
Cancellations and changes
Pricing, cancellation timing, and report delivery policy summary.
Media and background
Original background page and additional context links.
How we help
Independent advice, builder-ready reporting, and practical action.
We work for you while still keeping communication professional and practical with your builder.
Fixing Inspections
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Handover / Practical Completion Inspections
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Maintenance Inspections
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Follow Up Inspections
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Process
We work for you from booking to report handover.
Every inspection follows a clear process designed to reduce friction and keep the builder loop clear.
Book online
Tell us about the property, builder, and timing so the inspection can be coordinated quickly.
We liaise with your builder
Handovers.com coordinates access and timing so your inspector can focus on the property.
Expert inspection
A construction expert checks finishes, fit-off, wet areas, doors, windows, surfaces, and safety details.
Report within 24 hours
Your tailored site-specific report is sent to you and your builder so defects can be addressed.
The Rogue Files
Small defects are easier to fix before they become your problem.
We have seen recurring issues across finishing, fit-off, wet areas, drainage, and alignment. Early documentation gives you leverage to get defects addressed at the right time.
Poor finishing
Uneven plaster, paint defects, rough edges, and incomplete touch-ups.
Tile and grout issues
Lippage, gaps, poor falls, cracked grout, and inconsistent set-outs.
Sealant and wet-area defects
Missing, messy, or poorly bonded silicone around wet-area details.
Fit-off defects
Doors, windows, cabinetry, hinges, handles, and locks that need correction.
Client proof
What clients say after handover inspections.
"We are surprised with the quantity and quality of the inspection, some issues we think we probably cannot detect."Maria and Lucas Travieso
"I will definitely come back to use your services."Pierre, NSW
"If you need quality handover inspections and practical, timely reporting, this service is excellent."Pamela, Investment Client
Case study previews
Examples from live defect case studies.
Laundry door
Rear patio finish
Where does the wall start
Window head sagging
60mm out on investment house
Sloping floor
Builder thought we were being too picky
The leaning tower of Pisa?
Final step
Request a quote and lock in your independent final quality check.
For urgent bookings call 1300 131 041 or book online.