Oxy Stones Corner
Oxy Stones Corner is a multi-residential apartment development comprising 64 units with a two-level basement structure.
Total Inspections completed a 6.5-year defect inspection and QBCC inspection to assess building condition after extended occupancy and document defects within the statutory warranty period.
Project Details
- 64 residential apartments
- Two-level basement
- ocated in Stones Corner, Brisbane
The development includes vertical structure, shared infrastructure, and repeated building elements across multiple levels.
Inspection Scope
The inspection focused on defects visible after years of use.
External Building Elements
Inspection included:
- External walls and finishes
- Visible cracking and movement
- Balconies and structural connections
- Roof drainage points where accessible
Basement and Common Property
Shared areas were reviewed, including:
- Basement condition
- Signs of water ingress
- Drainage performance
- Access and circulation areas
Internal and Areas
Accessible internal and common areas were assessed for:
- Wall and ceiling cracking
- Movement-related defects
- General condition of finishes
Waterproofing Indicators
Inspection included visible signs of moisture-related issues:
- Water staining
- Drainage performance across balconies and roof areas
- Junctions between structural elements
Purpose of a 6.5-Year Defect Inspection
The inspection aligns with the final stage of the QBCC statutory warranty period.
At this stage, defects linked to:
- Structural movement
- Waterproofing failure
- Material deterioration
Documenting these defects allows them to be raised before liability expires.
Application to Multi-Residential Buildings
Apartment developments include repeated structural and finishing elements across units.
Inspection supports:
- Identification of recurring defects across multiple units
- Assessment of shared systems such as basements and drainage
- Documentation for body corporate review
Inspection Method
Total Inspections conducts inspections under QBCC licensing with a focus on visible building condition.
Moisture detection and thermal imaging may be used where required.
Inspection is limited to accessible areas at the time of assessment.
Reporting
The inspection report includes
- Description and location of defects
- Photographic evidence
- Notes on building condition
The report is used by:
- Body corporate committees
- Property managers
- Owners
Book a Building Defect Inspection
Total Inspections provides 6.5-year defect inspections and QBCC assessments across Brisbane.
Call 1800 868 251 or visit https://totalinspections.com.au/ to arrange an inspection.