Moment Engineering offers professional inspections and preparation of Section 137B Owner Builder Defects Reports, as required under the Victorian Building Act 1993. Our reports are completed by qualified, insured inspectors, ensuring a compliant and technically sound assessment of your owner-built works.
Standard Pricing
| Scope of Work | Price |
|---|---|
| Simple scope | |
| (e.g. painting, floor replacements) | $300+GST |
| Typical renovations | |
| (e.g. kitchens & bathrooms renovations, verandahs, carports, minor walls alterations) | $400+GST |
| Extensive alterations / small dwellings | |
| (e.g. structural changes, additions, new dwellings up to 150 m²) | $500+GST |
| Larger new builds or additions | |
| (over 150 m² in floor area) | Negotiable |
What’s Included
- On-site inspection by a qualified inspector
- Written Section 137B Owner Builder Report (PDF) suitable for inclusion in Section 32 documentation
- Compliance with all legal requirements under the Victorian Building Act
- Option for further advice or additional structural assessments if needed
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Owner Builder Inspection Reports – Section 137B (Victoria)
In the state of Victoria, Owner Builder Inspection Reports are legally required before selling properties that include owner-built works. Under Section 137B of the Victorian Building Act 1993, building work completed by an owner-builder within the past 6 years and 6 months must be inspected and documented by a qualified building professional, such as a registered structural engineer, building surveyor, or architect.
These reports form a mandatory part of the Section 32 Vendor Statement at the time of sale.
Purpose of the Section 137B Report
Commonly referred to as an:
- Owner Builder Defects Report
- Defects Inspection Report
- Section 137B Inspection
The purpose of this report is to identify and document the condition of any recent renovations, extensions, or additions undertaken by the owner-builder. It is not just a visual inspection—it serves as an assurance to prospective buyers and solicitors that the works have been evaluated by a qualified professional.