Frame Stage Insights

Why Your Frame Stage Inspection Is Essential — And How BSPI Can Help

You’re entering the most critical phases in your build: Slab Completion & Frame Preparation, Frame Carpentry & Truss Installation, and the subsequent External wall linings Stage. Getting these right now saves time, money, and headaches later—so let’s break down each step, the questions to ask, and why BSPI Inspections should be by your side.

1. Slab Completion & Frame Preparation

• Concreters level, screed, and trowel the slab then allow it to cure.

• Builder arranges termite barrier around slab edges.

2. Frame Carpentry & Roof Trusses

• Wall Framing: Carpenters erect structural frame walls, install vertical studs, top and bottom plates, and internal noggings.

• Double Top Plates & Tie‑Downs: Ensure load distribution and secure walls to slab.

• Roof Trusses: Roof trusses are lifted and secured to the top plates—forming the skeleton of your roof.

• Temporary Bracing: Critical bracing holds walls and trusses plumb during construction.

• Builder Invoice: Once framing and trusses are in place, your builder will issue the Frame Stage invoice.

3. Roof & External Wrap

• Certifier signs off on frame, then installers fit fascias, gutters, battens, and roof covering.

• Carpenters complete windows, doors, and all external framing elements.

4. Pre‑Sheeting Rough‑Ins

• Plumbers, electricians, gasfitters, and air‑con technicians run pipes, wires, and ducts before walls are sheeted.

• This early access ensures all hidden services are correctly positioned and compliant.

5. BSPI Frame Check: Your Last Clear View

This is your best—and often only—chance to catch issues before gyprock hides them. BSPI checks:

• Plumb, level, and straightness of walls and frames

• Frames are correct and as per plan and tot he national code

• Correct nail spacing, bracing, noggings, and tie‑downs

• Proper installation of wall wrap, and damp‑proof courses

• Alignment and fit of windows and door frames

6. Brick & External Cladding Stage

• Bricklayers install exterior brickwork—ensuring consistent mortar joints and alignment.

• External cladding (e.g., weatherboard, fiber cement) is fixed; soffits are addressed later.

• This completes the Enclosed stage the builder will be sending his invoice.

Key Questions to Ask Your Builder

• “Can BSPI attend just before gyprock goes on?”

• “Is the black plastic membrane properly fixed against the slab?”

• “When is the certifier scheduled, have we received our form 16?”

Why You Absolutely Need BSPI Onsite

Hidden framing cladding and brick defects are expensive to fix lets catch it early. Our expert inspection:

• Uses precision levels and measurement tools beyond standard certifier checks

• Verifies that bracing, fixings, frames, and wraps meet Australian standards

• Delivers a clear, actionable report so you can resolve issues immediately

Next Steps: Book Your Frame & Cladding Inspection

Reply with:

1. Preferred date & time (including weekends)

2. Site supervisor’s name

3. Property address

We’ll confirm your slot and send details within 24–48 hours.

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The pre-slab stage information was incredibly helpful and made the process much smoother for us.

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