We create factual, photographic records that serve as undeniable legal proof. As Dilapidation Reports specialists, we turn disputes into your project’s legal protection.
Builders licence number: CB-L19135 (Registered Building Practitioner)
We skip the vague promises and focus on what matters: fast, factual, and builder-grade evidence. While every project is different, here’s what you can typically expect from our service.
Guaranteed Report Turnaround
High-Resolution Evidence
Inspection By A VBA Registered Builder
When your property and finances are on the line, you need absolute clarity. That’s why we make these commitments on every single inspection, so you feel completely supported from start to finish.
After 40 years in construction, I’ve seen where things go wrong. Our inspections bring that insider’s eye to your side of the fence, protecting you from the costly shortcuts we know how to spot.
Receive your photographic report in 24 hours to avoid frustrating project delays.
Get the proof you need to dismiss baseless claims for pre-existing neighbouring defects.
The construction industry moves fast. Lacking a clear baseline of your property’s condition leaves you exposed to disputes that can derail your project and drain your budget.
A neighbour claims your work caused a crack. Without hard evidence, you're immediately on the defensive. It's an incredibly stressful experience for anyone managing a construction.
Your entire project gets halted because you're missing the required pre-construction documents. Every single day of inaction on site can cost you significant money.
You’re asked to pay for a problem that existed long before your crew ever arrived. Our photographic report makes this a non-issue from the start. We just think that’s fair.
You pay for an expert but get a surface-level report that misses critical issues. A subpar inspection can leave you completely exposed just when you need protection the most.
You’re handed a confusing document full of disclaimers that a builder can easily dismiss. This gives you no real leverage when a dispute arises.
Site supervisors are under intense pressure to hit deadlines. In that rush, critical details on neighbouring properties get missed. We act as your independent expert, protecting your interests with clear, factual evidence.
We use 40 years of experience to spot pre-existing defects, giving you undeniable proof.
Your report is built for total clarity, providing a comprehensive photographic record that serves as your factual proof.
A full photographic record of the property’s exterior to establish a clear baseline.
A detailed inspection of all internal rooms, capturing their current condition.
A court-admissible PDF with time-stamped photos delivered to you within 24 hours.
We discuss your project to create a precise plan and provide a fixed-price quote.
A Registered Builder inspects the site, using 40 years’ experience to spot every defect.
We photograph every defect with time-stamped images, creating a court-admissible visual record.
We compile everything into a professional PDF and deliver it to your inbox in 24 hours.
Our philosophy is simple. We built our service to raise the bar, delivering a report that offers genuine protection and clarity every time.
As an investor targeting properties around Geelong, my time is my most valuable asset. They act as my expert eyes on-site. Their 24-hour findings are ironclad and allow me to enforce compliance without ever leaving my office.
Financial Controller, Geelong
The site supervisor kept brushing off my concerns with jargon. Gerard came in, and in plain English, explained the defects and cited the exact building code. The argument was over instantly. Invaluable.
West Melbourne
As an investor targeting properties around Geelong, my time is my most valuable asset. They act as my expert eyes on-site. Their 24-hour findings are ironclad and allow me to enforce compliance without ever leaving my office.
Financial Controller, Geelong
The site supervisor kept brushing off my concerns with jargon. Gerard came in, and in plain English, explained the defects and cited the exact building code. The argument was over instantly. Invaluable.
West Melbourne
Technically, it’s a comprehensive record establishing the baseline condition of a property before any construction work begins. In simple terms, it’s a ‘before’ photo album for a building, providing time-stamped proof of any pre-existing defects like cracks or damage. This document becomes your single source of truth.
You need one for absolute protection and to reduce liability. For builders, it’s your shield against unfair damage claims. It’s also often a mandatory part of your development application (DA) to show due diligence to the council. A factual report ends stressful “”he said, she said”” arguments before they can even begin.
For a report to have real authority, it must be done by a qualified professional. Our inspections are only ever carried out by a Victorian Building Authority (VBA) Registered Builder with over 40 years of hands-on construction experience. This expertise ensures the report is respected by councils and legal professionals.
A standard home typically takes 1 to 2 hours to document thoroughly. We work efficiently to capture every necessary detail without rushing. Larger commercial properties will take longer, but our focus is always on being meticulous to ensure your final report is comprehensive and leaves no room for doubt.
We know projects run on tight schedules. That’s why you’ll receive your complete, photographic PDF Dilapidation Report via email within 24 hours of the on-site inspection. That’s our guarantee. This allows you to meet deadlines and get on with your project without costly delays.
Let us handle the proof. Get a court-admissible report in 24 hours and proceed with confidence.Let us handle the proof. Get a court-admissible report in 24 hours and proceed with confidence.
We provide expert, on-site building inspections across the wider region. If you’re buying or building in these areas, we’re here to help
Worried about a dispute slowing you down? Whether your project is in Melbourne, Geelong, or the Mornington Peninsula, we deliver the proof so you can focus on the build.