Building & Pest Inspection FAQs

This is probably the one area in life for which there is no “pass” or “fail”. A professional Pest and Building Inspection is an examination of the property’s current condition, conducted according to Australian Standards. It is not an appraisal, which determines market value, nor a council inspection, which verifies compliance to local government legislation. Our […]

There are many things to consider when buying a property. For example, how busy is the road, the type of neighbourhood, proximity to schools, hospitals, shopping, community facilities, and public  transport to name a few. You also need to consider what is potentially in your neighbouring yards. As a Building and Pest inspection does not […]

When you have a new home built or when you buy a new home from a builder or developer, the warranty against major structural defects applies for 6 years. However, for less significant non-structural defects the builder is only responsible for rectifying issues for 12 months after Practical Completion. Because of this, we recommend that […]

During the Handover Inspection we conduct a very comprehensive inspection detailing any untradesmanlike work, inappropriate materials, incomplete work, omissions, non-structural defects, and structural issues. We also complete a Timber Pest Inspection on your new property. This may seem unnecessary, but it is not uncommon for the termite management system to be compromised during the building […]

When buying off a plan it is always wise to make your contract conditional upon a Building and Pest Inspection by an independent licensed professional. Being a newly constructed property, we conduct a Handover Inspection to ensure that the Builder has completed all work to an recognised, satisfactory standard, itemising any untradesmanlike work, inappropriate materials, […]

This is a commonly asked question. We recommend getting an inspection at each Stage of your home’s construction. These are broken up into 6 Stages in total consisting of 4 Building Stage Inspections culminating in Handover at Practical Completion and followed up 12 months later by a Warranty Inspection. You can choose the entire package or […]

You are always welcome to be at the inspection. However, experience has taught us that the best way to communicate with our clients is after they have read their written report. This makes sure that all the relevant information is communicated to you fully before you make any decisions in relation to the property. Please […]

Typically between $300 and $600 depending on the size and type of home. Our combined Building and Pest Inspections with thermal imaging start from $299 for a small 1 bed unit. For example, the price for a 3 bed home one bathroom home would be around $475. We hope fees are not your sole consideration. […]

You should take professional advice from a number of experienced and fully licensed builders. Ensure that your works are properly specified with detailed written quotes by reputable, licensed, and insured professionals who come with references. If you are doing the works because of a building inspection report you’ve had – ensure that you get a […]

If you have any reason to be uncertain about what a Pre-Purchase Inspection might reveal about the state of repair of your property because of its past history or age then don’t hesitate in organising your Pre-Sale Inspection prior to listing… better to be forewarned and forearmed than unpleasantly surprised.

The truth is buyers place a very high value on knowing that a reputable, licensed, and insured professional has inspected your property. Pre-Purchase Inspections conducted after your contract has been signed may result in considerable discounting or even worse, your sale might collapse. Providing a Pre-Sale Inspection Report right up front at listing gives your […]

An ABIS Pre-Sale Inspection documents your property’s condition and identifies problems that may need to be rectified or addressed prior to listing. It can be assist in selling your house and gives full disclosure to any prospective buyer. It is particularly useful if sell at auction.