137B Owner Builder Defects Reports Across Gippsland & South East Victoria
Selling a home you built or renovated as an owner builder? You may need a 137B Owner Builder Defects Report before the property can be sold. Statewide Building Consultants provides professional 137B inspections and reports across Gippsland and South East Victoria to assist with property sale and insurance requirements
What Is a 137B Owner Builder Defects Report?
A legal requirement when selling owner-built homes in Victoria
If you constructed, extended, or renovated a property as an owner builder within the past 6.5 years, Victorian law requires you to provide a Section 137B Owner Builder Defects Report to any prospective buyer. This report details the quality and condition of the work performed and must be completed by a registered Building Surveyor or Inspector. It’s also a required document for obtaining domestic building insurance (warranty insurance) before sale.
At Statewide Building Consultants, we provide fast, reliable 137B reports for owner-built dwellings across South East and Gippsland Victoria.
Why Choose Us For 137B Owner Builder Defects Report
• Registered and experienced building inspectors
• Fully compliant reports accepted by insurers and conveyancers
• Fast turnaround times to meet your sales timeline
• Transparent, fixed pricing with no hidden fees
• Flexible appointments to suit your schedule
When Is a 137B Report Required?
If you’re selling a property you’ve built or improved as an owner builder, this applies to you.
• You built or renovated the home without a registered builder
• The work was completed within the last 6 years and 6 months
• The value of the work exceeds $16,000
• You are now selling the property
Not sure what's next? Give us a call or send us your plans and we’ll advise you on the next steps.
Our Process
Our work spans everything from backyard builds to large commercial developments across Gippsland, and South East Victoria.
Initial Enquiry
We confirm whether you need a 137B report and provide a clear quote.
Inspection Appointment
A qualified inspector visits the property and inspects the owner-built works.
Detailed Report
We prepare a comprehensive 137B report noting visible defects and overall compliance.
Support for Next Steps
We’ll guide you in submitting the report for insurance and conveyancing purposes.
What You'll Need To Provide
To get started, you’ll typically need:
• A copy of your Building Permit (if issued)
• Any documentation or plans related to the owner builder works
• Access to all areas of the home that were built or modified
• Your contact details and sale timeline
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I always need a 137b report to sell my property?
If you completed building works as an owner builder within the past 6.5 years and the works were valued over $16,000, then yes, you are required to supply a 137b report.
Can I get the report without a Building Permit?
Yes, we can still assess and report on the work, although your insurance options may vary. We’ll guide you through it.
Who prepares the 137b report?
Only a registered building practitioner, such as a building inspector or surveyor, can prepare this legally recognised report.
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