SDA Due Diligence Inspections

As highly experienced and accredited SDA Assessors, we bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table, making us exceptionally well-equipped to conduct both Due Diligence and PEER Review assessments Nationally of completed SDA dwellings and developments. Our services cater to a broad spectrum of clients, including Investment Funds, Developers, Investors and Financiers, all of whom rely on our thorough and meticulous evaluations to protect their interests.

Our Due Diligence assessments involve a comprehensive examination of the property to ensure it meets all necessary standards and regulations. We scrutinize every aspect of the dwelling, from its structural integrity to its compliance with SDA requirements, ensuring that no detail is overlooked. This rigorous process helps identify any potential issues that could affect the property’s value or suitability for SDA purposes.

In addition to Due Diligence, our PEER Review assessments provide an additional layer of scrutiny. By having another set of expert eyes review the property, we can offer an unbiased and thorough evaluation, highlighting any areas that may require attention or improvement. This dual approach ensures that our clients receive the most accurate and reliable information possible.

By engaging our services, clients such as investment funds, developers, investors, and financiers can proceed confidently with their property acquisitions. Our detailed assessments assure them that the properties they are considering are sound investments, free from hidden issues that could impact their long-term value or functionality. This peace of mind is invaluable, allowing our clients to make informed decisions and secure their investments with confidence.

 

Typical issues identified

The following lists some of the typical issues we regularly identify when undertaking Due Diligence and PEER Review assessments of fully certified SDA  houses and apartments:

• Wall reinforcements to bathrooms not installed
• Emergency power solution not installed
• Incorrect glazing installed in Robust SDA
• 2,070 x 1,540mm landings not provided at the letterbox
• Non-compliant paths of travel from the boundary to the home
• Non-compliant kitchen benches
• Shower gradients that are outside the required levels
• Grabrails, backrests and shower seats were installed in bathrooms when they should not have been
• Incorrect door circulations
• Locks not provided to windows
• Power supplies not installed for doors, curtains and hoists
• Inaccessible laundries
• Non-compliant ramps
• Required storage cupboards not provided
• Task lighting not provided to kitchens
• Window SILs to high
• Dimmers not installed in bedrooms and living areas
• Emergency evacuation plans not provided on walls