Cost to provide works as executed detail for OSD?

Hi all

My certifier is requesting the above in order for me to obtain my occupation certificate. I have had one quote from the engineer who drew up the OSD plans for $495. Does this sound reasonable?

TIA

 

What's wrong with putting it back on the plumber who installed the system?

 

Hi Scott. We built through a project home company, and had the OSD designed by an engineer separately to avoid a detention pit and extra cost from the builder. I guess it's our responsibility to see this part of the project through to the end. I would just like to know if this is a reasonable charge for a 'works as executed' certificate. It seems a lot!

 

As above, get the certification from whoever installed it - they can mark up the plans. Cost - $0 (if it was in their scope).

Did the engineer only design the system or perform inspections? Was it in his scope to certify?

 

I think that's a reasonable amount if they have to come out and inspect. I have paid more in the past. Fortunately my engineer now trusts me and is happy with photos. I think he still charges a bit for the certification. They run a business and have to pay for rent + staff so I am happy to pay for the professional services.
You could always ask exactly what you are getting for your money but if I was an engineer putting my signature (licence) on it I would be checking it out thoroughly.

 

@Butterfly88
yes, if it wasn't included in his scope, it sounds reasonable.

It must be a very simple or small OSD. they can cost a lot more. I do a lot of these and a complicated system can, take a few hours to measure up, calculate volumes, flow rates, and mark up plans.

 

Hi there @bmc and @Rockstar @Scott No Mates No, it wasn't in his original scope - never knew more had to be done until now - you live and learn. Sounds like it's a reasonable figure; I'll go ahead and book him. Cheers all.

 

@Butterfly88

Yes, $ amount sounds just about right.

It's a quite a lot of work and you will get a copy of plans (hopefully with lot less red markings on it) that you need to submit authority to get your bond back + OC + registration at land title office.