Christmas Construction Shutdown Inspections | BSPI Inspections
Building in Brisbane over Christmas? BSPI Inspections is available during the shutdown (public holidays only) to document leaks, damage, theft & site issues fast.
5/1/20252 min read
Christmas Construction Shutdown: Why Having an Inspector on Call Matters
The Christmas construction shutdown is meant to be a quiet time on site — but in reality, it’s often when unexpected issues show up.
With trades off site, homes partially exposed, and weather doing its thing, problems can appear and go unnoticed for days or weeks. That’s why BSPI Inspections works right through the Christmas period, closing only on public holidays.
If something strange happens on your site over the shutdown, we want to know about it.
What Can Go Wrong During the Christmas Shutdown?
Over the years, we’ve seen a pattern. When a site is unattended, small issues can quickly turn into big ones.
Common problems we see during the Christmas break include:
Unexpected roof leaks after storms
Water ingress through incomplete flashing or wrap
Busted plumbing or capped services failing
Stolen electrical cables and site materials
Damage caused by weather or vandalism
Temporary weatherproofing failing
The biggest issue?
These problems often aren’t documented at the time they occur — which can make responsibility, insurance claims, and repairs far more difficult later.
Why Early Documentation Is Critical
When an issue happens during the shutdown, timing matters.
Getting a building inspector on site while the problem is occurring allows for:
Clear photographic evidence
Written documentation of conditions at the time
Independent reporting (not builder or trade biased)
Protection if disputes arise later
A proper record before repairs are carried out
Once something is fixed without being documented, it becomes much harder to prove what actually happened and when.
We’re Working Right Through (Public Holidays Only)
While many businesses fully shut down over Christmas, BSPI Inspections remains available throughout the break, excluding public holidays only.
That means if something goes wrong on your site, you’re not waiting weeks for someone to inspect and report on it after the fact.
Whether your home is:
Under construction
At lock-up
Waiting for trades to return
Or exposed due to incomplete works
We can attend, inspect, and document the issue properly.
Who Is This Especially Important For?
This service is particularly valuable for:
Homeowners building over Christmas
Clients worried about weather exposure
Owners who won’t be visiting site regularly
Anyone concerned about security or theft
Builders wanting independent records during shutdown
Don’t Let the Shutdown Create Bigger Problems
The Christmas break doesn’t stop defects, weather, or site issues — it just delays when they’re noticed.
If something unexpected happens:
Roof leaks
Plumbing failures
Missing or stolen electrical cables
Get BSPI in early to document everything properly while it’s happening — not after the damage is done.
Need an Inspection Over Christmas?
BSPI Inspections is available right through the festive period (closed only on public holidays).
