Dilapidation report services Melbourne
Planning on renovation, demolition or excavation works for your property? Or has your neighbour provided you with a Form 7 Protection Work Notice? To ensure that an upcoming construction project doesn't cause any unforeseen damage to your’s or your neighbour’s property, it's crucial to conduct a comprehensive dilapidation report. This will capture and record any pre-existing damage in your’s or your neighbour’s property, protecting both parties and providing valuable documentation during the building process.
Protect your property
A dilapidation report helps protect your property by documenting its condition before nearby construction or excavation work begins.
Ensure safety
Ensure safety during construction or excavation work by identifying any pre-existing damage or potential risks to neighbouring properties.
Avoid disputes
With a dilapidation report, you can avoid disputes with your neighbours by identifying any pre-existing damage and ensuring that you're not held responsible for it.
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Why clients choose to work with Arbiter Group
Registered engineers
Our registered structural engineers are highly knowledgeable in past and present Australian building codes and standards.
Comprehensive reports
Our reports are in-depth and easy to read. Engineering principles are explained alongside our conclusions.
Trusted advice
Our engineers provide unbiased assessments and advice, based on sound experience in forensic structural engineering and design.
End-to-end services
Our inspections, reports and designs are conducted in-house. This lessens unknowns and contingencies for projects.
Gain peace of mind before work commences
Our team of registered and experienced engineers conduct a comprehensive dilapidation report, including a floor level survey, of your neighbouring property or properties, providing you with a detailed assessment of the building's condition.
Our process includes documenting any pre-existing damage and managing all aspects of the inspection, from property entry to answering any follow-up questions. With our detailed dilapidation reports and floor level surveys, you can be confident that you're protected against any unfounded claims that may arise in the future.
At Arbiter Group, we understand the importance of complying with Australian building codes and standards, and we work diligently to ensure that all of our reports meet these requirements. You can trust us to provide you with a thorough dilapidation report to protect you and your neighbouring properties during the building process.
Prevent unexpected and costly setbacks
An example of a floor level survey that we include in our dilapidation reports.
Image supplied by Arbiter Group.
What sets our dilapidation report apart from the rest? At Arbiter Group, we bring a unique blend of expertise and experience to every project, thanks to our team of specialist forensic engineers. Our reports go beyond the surface-level assessment, providing a comprehensive and detailed analysis of your property's condition, including a floor level survey.
As specialists in forensic engineering, we understand the value of a comprehensive dilapidation report. Our experienced team provide detailed information on the current condition of the property's floor levels, including any defects or damage, and compare it to the post-construction condition to determine if any damage occurred during nearby construction work. By identifying pre-existing damage and logging it in the report, we help protect both property owners and construction companies from unfounded claims of damage.
By partnering with us, you'll have the peace of mind that comes with knowing you're fully protected against any unfounded claims, and you'll have access to our exceptional customer service every step of the way.
Our dilapidation report process:
Floor level survey
We’ll use specialised equipment to see if footing movement has occurred - useful data to compare to after works have been conducted
Dilapidation report
A detailed dilapidation report will be prepared. This will include images and floor level survey results
Follow up discussion
Our engineers are available for discussion once you have read the report
Inspection
We’ll visually inspect your property, including the roof and subfloor (if safe)
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Call us or fill out the online form. We will provide a quote within 48 hours
Frequently asked questions
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In Victoria, a Form 7 Protection Work Notice is a legal document that is used to notify owners and occupiers of adjacent properties about upcoming construction works that may cause damage to their property. It is a requirement under the Building Act 1993 that owners of a property that are planning to carry out any excavation, demolition, or construction work that may affect the stability of an adjoining property, must give notice to the owners of the adjoining properties.
The Form 7 Protection Work Notice provides details of the proposed works, the duration of the works, and any measures that will be taken to protect the adjoining property from damage. The notice is usually prepared by a registered building surveyor or engineer and must be served on the owners of the adjoining property at least 30 days before the proposed start date of the works.
The purpose of the Form 7 Protection Work Notice is to provide protection to owners and occupiers of adjoining properties by ensuring they are aware of the proposed works and can take any necessary measures to protect their property.
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A Form 8 Protection Work Response Notice is a legal document that a property owner or occupier can issue to a construction company undertaking nearby works that may affect their property.
The Form 8 serves as a formal response to the Protection Work Notice (Form 7) issued by the construction company to the property owner or occupier, and outlines any concerns or conditions that need to be considered during the construction process.
The Form 8 is used to protect the property owner's interests and ensure that any damage or disruption caused by the construction work is addressed and compensated for appropriately.
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A floor level survey provides detailed information on the condition of the floors of a property, allowing for a comprehensive assessment of any existing defects or damage. Some benefits of getting a floor level survey as part of a dilapidation report include:
Comprehensive information:
A floor level survey provides a complete picture of the condition of the floors before and after any nearby construction work, helping to identify any potential damage and pre-existing defects.Protection:
The information gathered in a floor level survey can be used to protect both the property owner and the construction company from any unfounded claims of damage.Peace of mind:
With a floor level survey, property owners can have peace of mind knowing that they have a detailed record of the condition of their floors and that they are protected from any potential damage that may occur during nearby construction work. -
The inspection, depending on the complexity of the home and damage(s), should take roughly 1.5-2 hours.
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Absolutely! We offer ongoing service to all clients as we understand that the issues may not end after the inspection and report is completed. Some clients require ongoing assistance and expert advice in relation to negotiations with neighbours or builders, AFCA claims, DBDRV claims, VCAT claims and any other situation they may pursue further. Get in contact today to discuss our options and pricing for ongoing expert opinion and support services.
