Insulation gaps behind Melton South plaster
Batts fall, bridging points get skipped, and plaster hides it.
In short: The cheapest defect to fix at lock-up and the most expensive to live with.
What we record
Batts loose or fallen out of position, sections missing, and bridging points unfilled.
Bridging points
Gaps where the insulation layer is interrupted and heat passes straight through.
Why it is invisible
It is covered by plaster within days and never seen again.
What it costs
Insulation performance depends on continuous coverage. Gaps reduce the whole assembly.
When to catch it
Lock-up, which is the only stage where the wall is open and lined at the same time.
Written by the Owner Inspections team from inspections carried out in Melton South. Licensed building practitioners, Building & Plumbing Commission registration CDB-U 53425.
