Free Owner Builder Construction Diary

FAQ 1
Question: What is a construction diary?
Answer: A construction diary is a daily record of your building project. It allows you to document site activities, weather conditions, trades on site, deliveries, inspections, safety observations and important decisions throughout your build. Keeping accurate records helps you stay organised and maintain a clear history of your project.
 

FAQ 2
Question: Why should owner-builders keep a site diary?
Answer: A site diary helps owner-builders track progress, record important events and maintain better control over their project. Recording daily activities, delays, inspections, deliveries and decisions can help reduce confusion, improve communication with trades and provide valuable documentation if questions arise later.
 

FAQ 3
Question: Can I use this diary for insurance or dispute records?
Answer: Your construction diary can provide a useful record of project events, including dates, weather conditions, work completed, photos and site observations. While it does not replace official documentation or professional advice, maintaining accurate records may assist with insurance matters, warranty discussions or resolving disputes.
 

FAQ 4
Question: Is my information stored online?
Answer: No. The OBI Construction Diary is designed with privacy in mind. Your diary information is stored locally on your own device using your web browser. Your project details are not uploaded to OBI, and you remain in control of your information.
 

FAQ 5
Question: Can I add photos to my construction diary?
Answer: Yes. Photos can be added to help document site progress, completed work, deliveries, inspections and any issues that require attention. Combining written notes with photos creates a more complete record of your owner-builder project.
 

FAQ 6
Question: Can I print or save my diary?
Answer: Yes. The OBI Construction Diary allows you to generate a professional report that can be saved, printed or shared with relevant project stakeholders such as builders, trades, consultants or lenders.