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Templestowe blocks often sit on sloping sites near creek lines and clay-heavy soils, so drainage, compaction and vapour barriers must be right before concrete locks everything in.
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We assess the exposed founding surface for loose material, soft spots, ponding and signs the pad hasn’t been properly prepared for the slab. This matters because concrete doesn’t fix a poor base—any weakness below can contribute to uneven support and cracking later.
We check boxing is stable, straight and to the intended dimensions, including steps and rebates for split-level or garage drops. Accurate formwork helps ensure the slab thickness and edge beam depth match the engineering intent before it’s permanently poured.
We inspect mesh and bars for correct overlap, tying, cover and support so steel stays in position during the pour. If reinforcement is sitting on the ground, lacks cover, or has poor laps, the slab may not perform as designed.
We review slab penetrations and services (plumbing/electrical conduits) for location, clearances and whether they compromise reinforcement or membrane continuity. Fixing a misplaced penetration after the pour is far more disruptive and costly.
We check the membrane for tears, incomplete coverage, inadequate laps and poor sealing around penetrations. In Templestowe’s clay soils, controlling ground moisture migration is important for floor finishes and reducing moisture-related issues inside the home.
Where drainage is part of the base stage, we look for practical signs it can function: falls away from the building line, appropriate placement, and no obvious obstructions. On sloping Templestowe sites, managing water around the slab edge helps reduce long-term movement and damp problems.
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Book it once the site is excavated and the base stage is ready: formwork is installed, reinforcement is tied, penetrations are in, and the vapour barrier is laid—but before concrete is poured. In Templestowe, sloping sites can add last-minute changes to drainage and step-downs, so aim to schedule the inspection 24–48 hours before the pour to allow time for rectifications.
Yes. We visually check reinforcement placement, overlaps, tying and support (chairs) so steel is positioned to achieve proper cover in the finished slab. We also look for common issues such as mesh not adequately lapped, bars displaced by services, and reinforcement sitting too low. Any concerns are documented with photos and clear actions to raise with your builder prior to pouring.
Yes. We check the vapour barrier for continuity, tears, punctures, correct laps and taping, and how it’s sealed around penetrations. Small rips or gaps can allow moisture vapour to migrate into the slab and affect finishes later. Identifying these issues before the pour gives you the best chance of a straightforward fix without demolition.
Often, yes. Split-level designs, stepped edge beams, retaining interfaces and cut-and-fill pads can introduce more complexity before the pour. We pay close attention to formwork stability, level transitions, drainage readiness and whether reinforcement has been correctly detailed around steps and thickenings. Getting these right at Stage 1 helps avoid cracking and water-related issues around slab edges.
You’ll receive a detailed written report with photos and prioritised recommendations based on what we observed on site. It’s designed to be practical to share with your builder or site supervisor, with clear descriptions of what needs attention before the pour and why it matters. If you need clarification on an item, we can talk it through so you know what to request on site.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the details that matter at base stage—steel position, membrane integrity and site drainage on Templestowe blocks. Call 0485 857 077 to secure an inspection time.