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Aspendale Gardens blocks can sit on reactive clays and coastal-influenced wet weather—small prep or reinforcement mistakes before the pour can translate into slab movement, damp issues and cracking later.
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We review whether the base looks properly prepared for the slab—levels, cleanliness of the pour area, and signs of soft spots or disturbed fill. Poor preparation can lead to uneven slab support and future cracking that’s expensive to diagnose once the home is built.
We check formwork is straight, stable and set to the intended slab edge lines, including rebates and set-downs for wet areas, garages and external thresholds where applicable. Incorrect set-downs can cause step issues, water ingress points and costly rework to finishes.
We inspect the reinforcement layout for placement, laps and general positioning, and confirm it’s adequately supported so it doesn’t end up sitting on the ground during the pour. Steel that’s too low, poorly tied, or incorrectly lapped reduces structural performance when the slab is loaded.
We check the plastic membrane for continuity, overlaps, tears and detailing around service penetrations. Breaks or gaps in the barrier can allow moisture vapour to migrate into the slab and contribute to damp, flooring failures and musty odours.
We verify that visible penetrations (such as waste pipes and conduits) appear correctly located and secured, with attention to whether they’re protected from movement during the pour. Misplaced or shifting penetrations can create slab cutting, patching and future leak risks.
We look for evidence that water can be directed away from the slab area and that the site isn’t holding water where the slab will sit. In Aspendale Gardens, poor water management at base stage can saturate the sub-base and affect the slab’s long-term behaviour.
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Get Stage 1 – Pre-Slab (Base Stage) Inspection as part of a comprehensive inspection package
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Book it for after the formwork, reinforcement, membrane and services are installed, but before any concrete is poured. In Aspendale Gardens, weather can change quickly, so it’s wise to schedule the inspection as soon as you receive notice the slab is being prepared. If rain is forecast, the inspection can also flag water pooling or soft base areas that need attention before the pour proceeds.
A Stage 1 inspection focuses on verifying what’s been installed on site at the base stage—formwork, reinforcement placement, vapour barrier and general readiness—against applicable standards and the documentation available on the day. It isn’t a substitute for engineering design, but it can identify site installation issues that may not match the intended design or good building practice.
Common findings include torn or poorly lapped vapour barriers, reinforcement that’s not adequately supported on chairs, missing ties, formwork that’s out of line, and penetrations that aren’t secured. We also see base areas that look disturbed or wet, which can matter if the sub-base has softened. Catching these items early helps avoid repairs that are far more disruptive once the slab has cured.
Some sites in Aspendale Gardens can be affected by water flowing across the block during heavy rain and by ground conditions that hold moisture. If the membrane is damaged, overlaps are insufficient, or penetrations aren’t sealed, moisture vapour can migrate into the slab over time. That can contribute to damp smells and flooring problems, particularly with certain floor coverings. A pre-slab inspection checks these details before they’re hidden.
Yes. You’ll receive a clear report with photos and prioritised recommendations that you can forward to your builder or site supervisor. The report is written to support practical rectification discussions at the base stage, while the trades are still on site and adjustments can be made without demolition. If you need clarification on any item, we can explain what it means and why it matters before the pour.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections will check the base preparation, reinforcement and moisture barrier details that are easy to fix now—and costly to correct later. Call 0485 857 077.