Contemporary family home ready for a pre-purchase inspection

Whittlesea · Melbourne

Pre-purchase building inspections in Melbourne

Understand the condition of the home before you buy. Practical building knowledge informs clear findings, detailed photographs and straightforward explanations of visible defects and maintenance concerns.

42 years Building experience
Registered Master Builder
AS 4349.1–2007 Inspection standard

Practical building knowledge

One clear view of the property.

Knowing how homes are built helps us recognise visible workmanship issues and explain what the findings mean for the property.

Builder assessing the roof structure inside a home

Structural

Visual assessment of accessible foundations, walls, roof structures and concrete areas for signs of defects.

Close view of termite damage discovered in structural timber

Moisture and timber

Visual assessment of accessible timber and signs of moisture damage, with further investigation recommended where warranted.

Weatherboard and brick home with timber detailing

Workmanship and maintenance

Observations of visible workmanship and maintenance concerns to help you understand what may need attention.

Building inspector checking a modern home's exterior and roofline
Inspection reporting In accordance with Australian Standard 4349.1–2007

What we inspect

A practical report on the condition of the home.

The inspection brings accessible structural elements, moisture concerns and maintenance needs into one useful assessment.

Core assessments

  • Visible structural defect assessment
  • Visible moisture and timber condition assessment
  • Wet area assessment

The inspection is a visual assessment of reasonably accessible areas at the time of the visit. Where observations warrant specialist investigation, the report recommends further assessment. Building services are not certified for safety or compliance.

Understand your building inspection report

View all inspection areas
  • Roofing
  • External and internal walls
  • Windows and frames
  • Guttering and downpipes
  • Balconies, patios and stairs
  • Heating and cooling
  • Internal doors and joinery
  • Foundations and subfloors
  • Concrete areas
  • Visible electrical fittings
  • Visible plumbing work
  • Retaining walls and fences

How your inspection works

From site visit to a confident decision.

Clear communication at every stage means you know what was found, why it matters and what to consider next.

  1. 01

    Site visit

    A thorough on-site assessment of every accessible area of the property.

  2. 02

    Verbal report

    A comprehensive verbal debrief of the findings after the site visit.

  3. 03

    Written and photo report

    A detailed written report with photographic evidence of findings and areas of concern.

  4. 04

    Rating and recommendation

    A practical recommendation and clear 1–10 rating on the overall condition of the building.

Inspector reviewing a home before a buyer commits to purchase

Protect your investment.

Clear findings. Practical explanations.

Before you book

Questions about building inspections.

Understand what a pre-purchase inspection covers and how the findings help you make a more informed decision.

What does a pre-purchase building inspection include?

The inspection assesses accessible structural conditions, moisture concerns and maintenance needs, alongside key building elements such as roofing, walls, foundations and wet areas.

How will I receive my inspection findings?

After the site visit, you receive a verbal debrief followed by a detailed written report with photographs, findings and practical recommendations.

Does the inspection follow an Australian Standard?

Inspection reporting is in accordance with Australian Standard 4349.1–2007.

Request an inspection

Know what you are buying before you commit.

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