Building Defect Report

Building Defect Reports for New and Existing Projects

We can help you get the necessary building defect report if you are planning to renovate or knock down your existing dwelling to build a new house. We can also provide you with structural certification of a deck, shed or extension that you have had built.

We are able to assist with any structural detailing that you require for building a new construction or modifying an existing structure, and we can provide assistance with structural certification of your existing structures.

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Building Defect Inspection for Structural Inspection Certificate

Our expert structural engineers conduct a building defect inspection for a structural inspection certificate that verifies that your structure has been designed or built in accordance with the relevant Australian Standards.
1. Renovations and alterations might include:  
  • Raising an existing house to create downstairs living areas
  • Removing a wall and adding an island kitchen bench
  • Adding an internal staircase
  • Adding another bedroom
  • A new deck extension to increase your outdoor living space
  • Adding more living space
  • Installing larger doors
  • Removing columns

Form 15 and 12 Building Certifications in QLD

There are two types of structural certification and in Queensland these are the Form 15 and Form 12. A Form 15 is required to be provided to confirm that the elements have been designed in accordance with the Australian Standards. A Form 12 is then required to confirm that the elements have been constructed in accordance with a design or to the Australian Standards.
With over 30 years experience, JHA is the team that will be able to guide you through the process of your new extension, new build or certifying existing structures.