137B Inspections
137B Inspection Report, Victoria's Trusted Owner Builder Report Specialists
Are you an owner-builder preparing to sell your property in Victoria? Before your sale can proceed, the law requires you to provide a 137B owner builder report, a professional inspection that discloses the condition of your building work to prospective buyers.
At IBC Property Inspections Pty Ltd, we make the process simple, fast, and stress-free. Our licensed and fully insured inspectors deliver detailed, legally compliant 137B inspection reports across Melbourne and Victoria, with reports ready within 24 hours.
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What Is a 137B Report and Do You Need One?
A 137B report — formally known as a Section 137B Owner Builder Report — is a mandatory inspection document required under Victoria’s Building Act 1993.
Its purpose is to identify and disclose any building defects or incomplete works carried out by an owner-builder, ensuring buyers have full transparency about the property’s condition before signing a contract.
You are legally required to provide a 137B owner builder report if:
- You carried out building work as an owner builder in Victoria
- You are selling the property within 6 years and 6 months of completing that work
- The building work required a permit, regardless of its value
This applies to a wide range of owner-builder projects, including home extensions, renovations, garages, carports, verandahs, kitchens, bathrooms, and more.
Important: If the value of your owner-builder work exceeded $16,000, you are also required to hold Owner Builder Warranty Insurance as part of your sale documentation.
Unsure whether your property requires a 137B report? Contact IBC today, and we’ll help you work it out quickly, with no obligation.
What Does a 137B Inspection Report Cover?
Our comprehensive 137B inspection report provides a clear and professional assessment of all owner-builder works carried out on the property. Every report is prepared in accordance with Australian standards and Victoria’s building regulations, and is accepted by conveyancers and solicitors across the state.
Your IBC 137B defects report will include:
- A full description of the owner builder works completed, including materials used
- Identification of any building defects, from minor cosmetic issues through to significant structural concerns
- Assessment of incomplete works, if applicable
- Compliance evaluation against relevant Australian building codes and regulations
- Extensive photographic evidence clearly documenting all findings
- Reference to supporting documents including building permits, occupancy permits, and certificates of final inspection where available
Our reports are written in plain English, easy for buyers, conveyancers, and solicitors to understand, with no jargon and no ambiguity.
Why Getting Your 137B Report Right Matters
Failing to provide a 137B owner builder report when legally required is not simply an administrative oversight, it carries serious consequences that can derail your property sale entirely.
The risks of non-compliance include:
- Civil penalties under Victoria's Building Act 1993
- Contract disputes if buyers discover undisclosed defects after settlement
- Delays to your settlement or cancellation of the sale
- Loss of buyer trust and credibility as a seller
A buyer is entitled to withdraw from a contract of sale if a legally required 137B inspection report has not been provided. Getting your report sorted early and getting it right protects your sale, your timeline, and your reputation.
On the flip side, a clean, professionally prepared 137B defects report from IBC works in your favour. It demonstrates transparency, builds buyer confidence, and facilitates smoother negotiations and a faster settlement.
Don’t leave your sale exposed. Book your 137B inspection with IBC today.
Why Choose IBC for Your 137B Inspection Report?
When it comes to a legally required document attached to your property sale, you need an inspector you can trust — one who is experienced, independent, and delivers on time.
Licensed & Fully Insured
IBC Property Inspections Pty Ltd is fully licensed and insured, giving you and your buyer complete confidence in the independence and professionalism of your report.
Reports Delivered Within 24 Hours
We understand that property sales move quickly. Our streamlined reporting system means your completed 137B inspection report is in your hands within 24 hours of the inspection — so your sale stays on track.
Detailed, Photo-Rich Reports
Every finding is documented with clear photographs and plain-language descriptions. Your conveyancer will have everything they need, and your buyer will have full confidence in what they are purchasing.
Truly Independent Assessments
Under Victoria's Building Act, your 137B report must be prepared by a registered building practitioner who is completely independent of the owner builder. IBC has no relationship with builders or developers — our only obligation is to the facts.
Personalised Service
Every inspection is handled directly by the inspector assigned to your job. You get priority attention and a single point of contact from booking through to report delivery.
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- Ballarat
- Gisborne
- Epping
- Kilmore
- Bundoora
- Clyde
- Cranbourne