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Burwood East blocks are often redeveloped after knock-downs, and tight side access can make drainage falls, edge formwork and termite barriers easy to get wrong before the concrete goes in.
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We check the base is properly prepared for the slab—clearing, level, and consistent—so the slab is supported as intended. This includes looking for soft spots, disturbed areas, or incomplete preparation that can lead to settlement and cracking after handover.
We assess whether formwork is set out correctly and stable for the pour, including slab edge thickness and key rebates where required. Accurate formwork helps prevent slab dimensions drifting, step-downs being missed, and edge thickening being incorrect—issues that are hard to rectify once concrete is placed.
We verify reinforcement is present and positioned to achieve the intended concrete cover, including overlaps where accessible. If mesh or bars are sitting on the ground, not tied appropriately, or not supported, they can end up too low or too high, reducing structural performance and increasing corrosion risk.
We inspect the membrane for continuity, penetrations, tears and correct lapping, including how it’s turned up at edges where relevant. Poor membrane installation can increase moisture movement through the slab and contribute to flooring issues later, particularly with moisture-sensitive finishes.
We check that slab penetrations we can access are located and sealed appropriately, with attention to sleeves and potential weak points in the membrane. Catching mislocated or poorly detailed penetrations at Stage 1 avoids cutting and patching concrete later.
We review visible termite management components relevant to the base stage—such as perimeter detailing and interfaces—so the system can function as designed after landscaping and paving. In suburban areas like Burwood East, where gardens and paths often meet the slab edge, getting this detail right early is critical.
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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 after the formwork is up and the steel reinforcement and moisture barrier are installed, but before any concrete is poured. In Burwood East, pours are often scheduled tightly due to access and coordinating pumps, so organise the inspection as soon as you receive the pour date. That timing gives your builder a practical window to rectify issues without delaying the job.
Yes. Knock-down rebuilds can involve reworked ground levels, new driveways, and changes to stormwater pathways. At the pre-slab stage we pay close attention to site prep consistency, how the slab edge is formed, and whether membrane and perimeter details are continuous. These are common pressure points when a site has been heavily excavated or backfilled during demolition and rebuilding.
In many Burwood East subdivisions, access can be narrow and materials are staged in limited areas. We work with what’s safely accessible on the day and document visible compliance and quality concerns, especially around slab edges, membranes, and steel support. If any areas can’t be safely viewed, we’ll note limitations in the report and suggest what to request from the builder before the pour proceeds.
Yes. Where new driveways, paths and paving are planned, the slab edge and perimeter detailing must anticipate finished levels and drainage falls. We often see risk points where the planned external level is close to the slab edge, which can compromise clearance, drainage behaviour, and termite management detailing if not handled correctly. A Stage 1 inspection helps identify these concerns while adjustments are still possible.
You’ll receive a detailed report with photos, plain-English explanations and prioritised recommendations for rectification before the pour. It’s designed to be shared with your builder or site supervisor so they can address items quickly and provide confirmation back in writing. If you want, you can also book follow-up inspections at later stages to keep quality consistent through the build.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the base-stage details that get buried fast—formwork, reinforcement, moisture barrier and perimeter protection—so you can push for fixes while the site is still workable. Call 0485 857 077.