Pre-purchase Building Reports
All Building Inspections pre-purchase building and pest reports are clear and comprehensive, providing you with the knowledge and confidence to make the right decision on a property purchase. Our building inspection reports are easy to follow, and include lots of photos of each room and area inspected, including pictures identifying any defects found so that you can see for yourself immediately what those issues are and decide how to proceed.
We ensure that our pre-purchase building inspections comply with or exceed the relevant Australian Standard.
You are welcome to attend the inspection, which gives you the opportunity to go through the property with the Inspector and discuss any concerns you may have. Once you have received the report, we are more than happy to take the time to discuss the content and provide you with expert advice if required.
Home Buyers
We give you the tools to be confident that you’re making the right offer on your new home. Engage a trade-qualified building inspector to provide you with a clear and comprehensive pre-purchase building and pest inspection report.
Buyers are welcome to attend the building & pest inspection and chat with the Inspector about any particular concerns. Our easy-to-read building reports are usually available to you within around 24 hours of the inspection.
Home Vendors
As a seller, knowing if there are repair issues is critical to getting the best price for your property. Often vendors avoid looking into this thinking that it is simply better to not know, however it is almost certain that a potential purchaser will obtain their own building and pest inspection, giving them the upper hand in negotiating the price down.
All Building Inspections can help identify issues and assist in obtaining quotes to rectify those issues, before your home goes to market.
The Importance of Professional Building Inspections
Whether you are buying an established house or suspect there may be issues in a property you already own, a building and pest inspection is an important investment. A property inspection conducted by a trained and qualified professional can identify defects that you may not notice on a cursory property walkthrough as a buyer.
Our Building Reports Include:
Defects that need addressing immediately
Safety hazards that require urgent attention
Major problems that require professional repairs due to extensive damage
Superficial defects that are classed as normal maintenance
Plus anything we find that we feel you should know about, within the scope of the report limitations
The Importance of Professional Timber Pest Inspections
If you’re a seller wanting to market your property at it’s best, get the advantage with a building report that can help you take vital steps to resolve problems (such as making arrangements for termite treatment, if there are signs of an infestation). A thorough pest inspection report may also give you the opportunity to undertake repairs before going to market in order to get the best possible price.
Our Timber Pest Reports Include:
Details of any visible timber pest activity, whether current or in the past
Any damage caused by wood decay or rot
Any major safety hazards
Susceptibility of the property to timber pests
Whether a more invasive inspection is recommended
Evidence of chemical delignification
Visible evidence of Borers of seasoned timbers
Presence of mould or mildew
Thermal imaging in progess
Where Do We Inspect
A Pre-purchase Building Inspection Includes the Examination of Visible Areas:
Building
- Hot water system for leaks and age
- Wet areas including presence of moisture
- Tiling, grout and sealants, paintwork
- Glazing and ventilation
- Smoke alarms (We do not test smoke alarms)
- Doors, windows, locks, hinges and handles
- Insulation, framing, sub floor
- Plaster cracks, cornices, ceilings
- Roofing, eaves, gutters and downpipes
- Ground and surface water drainage
- Retaining walls, paving, paths and driveway
- Flashings, windows, doors and lintels
- Foundations and bearers, joists and floor materials
- Sub floor space and roof void if accessible
Pest
- Structures, fences, garden areas & trees within 30m of the main building but within the property boundaries
- Timber retaining walls
- Timber floor bearers and joists
- All visible timber of the interior and extrerior of the home
- Roof void timbers
- Subfloor timbers and supports
Where Do We Inspect
A Pre-purchase Building Inspection Includes the Examination of Visible Areas:
Building
- Hot water system for leaks and age
- Wet areas including presence of moisture
- Tiling, grout and sealants, paintwork
- Glazing and ventilation
- Smoke alarms (We do not test smoke alarms)
- Doors, windows, locks, hinges and handles
- Insulation, framing, sub floor
- Plaster cracks, cornices, ceilings
- Roofing, eaves, gutters and downpipes
- Ground and surface water drainage
- Retaining walls, paving, paths and driveway
- Flashings, windows, doors and lintels
- Foundations and bearers, joists and floor materials
- Sub floor space and roof void if accessible
Pest
- Structures, fences, garden areas & trees within 30m of the main building but within the property boundaries
- Timber retaining walls
- Timber floor bearers and joists
- All visible timber of the interior and extrerior of the home
- Roof void timbers
- Subfloor timbers and supports
Home Buyers
We give you the tools to be confident that you’re making the right offer on your new home. Engage a trade-qualified building inspector to provide you with a clear and comprehensive pre-purchase building and pest inspection report.
Buyers are welcome to attend the building & pest inspection and chat with the Inspector about any particular concerns. Our easy-to-read building reports are usually available to you within 24 hours of the inspection.
Home Vendors
As a seller, knowing if there are repair issues is critical to getting the best price for your property. Often vendors avoid looking into this thinking that it is simply better to not know, however it is almost certain that a potential purchaser will obtain their own building and pest inspection, giving them the upper hand in negotiating the price down.
All Building Inspections can help identify issues and assist in obtaining quotes to rectify those issues.
Comprehensive, Easy-to-Read Building Reports
All Building Inspections easy-to-read yet comprehensive reports can highlight any areas of concern that may cause you a headache in the future. Our team has decades of on-site building experience.
A standard pre-purchase inspection includes:
Use of the latest and best reporting systems
An abundance of photos
A fast report turn around
- 24 hrs in most circumstances
Up-to-date technology
- including thermal imaging and moisture detection devices
The use of aerial drones
- when the situation is applicable
A standard pre-purchase building & pest report will identify:
What the issues are
Major and minor defects, termite activity, general overview of the condition of the property.
Where the issues are
Details on where any problems are and their level of severity.
How they can be fixed
Recommendations on how the defect or problem can be rectified.
Why it happened
Why it is an issue, how did it happen and future concerns if not corrected.
Far North QLD Locals
Clear & Extensive Reporting
Reliable
Quick Turnaround on Reports
Fully Licensed & Insured
Friendly Customer Service
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Affordable Fees
Get in touch today to find out how we can help you with your due diligence - and peace of mind - on your next property purchase.
Our Other Services
New Build Inspections
What you think you’ll be getting for your money may be different from what your builder plans to deliver for the agreed price.
Stage Inspections throughout the building process will help you avoid any complications before it’s too late to deal with them effectively.
Pool Safety Compliance
Our licensed Pool Safety Inspector can carry out a complete pool safety inspection, provide the state-issued compliance certificate if everything is in line with the Standards, and provide you with a report listing any items that need repair.
Asbestos Audits
Our local building inspector has a thorough knowledge of asbestos and we comply with all applicable legislation relating to asbestos relevant to QLD and with the Code of Practice for the Management and Control of Asbestos in the Workplace.