The construction is nearly complete, and it is almost time for you to receive the keys to your brand-new dream house. However, the final few weeks can be rather stressful as you complete final checks and prepare for the handover.

Approval Of The Construction Project

Signing off the new home is one of the last things that happens, and it is simply when you sign the contract to acknowledge that all of the agreed-upon works have been finished.

Last-Minute Checks And Handover

This is the final stage of the construction process, yet it is still time to unwind. It can be a stressful moment.

Snagging

This is the final check to ensure that everything in your dream home is in working order. It is critical to bring your contract and a tape measure to ensure that everything is built according to the specifications. Begin by going over each area one by one, checking every nook and corner to ensure it is completed to your standards. Make a note of anything that needs care along the journey. Examine the property's exterior, including the doors, windows, walls, flooring, light fixtures, bench tops, cupboards, taps, and locks. Examine any seals carefully to ensure they are firm and that the skirting boards and cornices are straight. It's also a good idea to connect something electrical to each wall socket to ensure it works, flush all toilets, and turn on all faucets. Inspect the roof as well to ensure that the insulation is adequate. Once you've listed all the faults on the handover sheet, you may send it over to the builder and request that any defects be repaired before the final handover. The significance of this check cannot be overstated. So don't be hurried and ask to be left alone when inspecting. Having the builder return to correct something you overlooked once you have signed off on the home will be tough.

Last Payment

Your builder will expect their final payment, the amount specified on your payment schedule, near the end of the procedure. Some builders may pressure you to make the final payment, but to be honest, this is your last bargaining chip. Therefore you should wait to pay until any faults or issues are resolved. This is because certain builders can take more time to track down once they have paid and moved on to the next project. Whatever the strength of your relationship with your builder, keep to the contract and see that it is done completely. If your builder refuses to perform the job and payment is due, you may have to seek assistance from your state's building authority.

Handover

This is the point at which you formally become the owner of your new house. Your builder will contact you about a week before the official handover to arrange a date for the pre-handover inspection, during which you will confirm that all issues have been repaired. You should have also scheduled a building surveyor examination and obtained a certificate of occupancy before this date. You will be provided the habitation permit warranty and utility papers, as well as any appliance instructions and, obviously, the keys to your new house at the handover.

Moving Into Your New Residence

You've been given the keys, and it's finally time to settle into your forever home. Although the builders are likely to have cleaned up, giving the house a thorough sweep and mop before you begin bringing in furniture is always a good idea. You will also need to connect all of your utilities before moving, arrange insurance and divert your mail. Then it's time to bring your possessions in and decorate your home.