Pre-sign due diligence
Workmanship and LBP checks
How to protect workmanship quality through licensed-building-practitioner checks, inspections, and documented handover.
What to think about with workmanship
Workmanship risk is best managed before the build starts. Verify that the practitioner is currently licensed for the work class involved, agree on inspection points, and confirm how defects will be recorded and remedied.
Checks to run
- Confirm LBP licence status and work classes for restricted building work.
- Ask what inspection points apply before handover.
- Agree how defects will be documented with dates, photos, and written responses.
Questions to ask before signing
- Is the builder currently licensed for the restricted building work involved?
- What inspections are planned during the build?
- How will defects be raised, tracked, and resolved?