A property can look flawless on inspection day. The issues that cost tens of thousands — hidden water damage, structural problems, asbestos, unapproved works, failed waterproofing — aren't the ones you can see walking through.
I provide thorough pre-purchase building & timber pest inspections for buyers across Melbourne — using thermal imaging and moisture testing, checking subfloors, roof spaces, wet areas and the parts of a property most people never look at.
You get a clear, easy-to-read report so you can decide with confidence — or use the findings to negotiate.
Reports are delivered in accordance with:
AS 4349.1–2007 (pre-purchase)
AS 4349.3–2010 (timber pest)
Timber pest inspections are a visual assessment of accessible areas in accordance with AS 4349.3–2010. They do not involve invasive or destructive investigation, and areas that are concealed or inaccessible at the time of inspection cannot be assessed.
The most important work in your new build is buried the soonest — under concrete, behind plaster, up in the roof. By handover, the most expensive defects are sealed in and the hardest to fix.
I inspect at every key stage of your build:
I work with the builder on site where possible — not against them — flagging issues directly with the supervisor so they get fixed faster. You get a written report at each stage to keep, and to use when authorising progress payments.
For homeowners who've had work completed below acceptable standards, I provide independent qualified assessments to support your case at VCAT.
As a licensed builder I can identify what is and isn't actually a defect — what's major, what's minor, what sits within the allowed tolerances — and document it in a format that holds up under scrutiny.
Pre- and post-construction inspections that document the condition of neighbouring properties before nearby building work begins. Photographic record-keeping that protects you from disputes down the track.
Buying a commercial property? A commercial building carries risks a residential inspection won't uncover — and areas most inspectors can't safely reach. I inspect commercial premises end to end, including roofs and facades too high or unsafe to access on foot, using drone inspection to capture the details up close.
You'll get a clear picture of the building's condition, any areas of concern needing repair, and whether adequate Essential Safety Measures (ESM) are in place to keep you and your staff compliant and safe.
Building inspections have limits. If I identify something during your inspection that needs a specialist — structural engineering advice, plumbing investigation, electrical compliance, asbestos testing, or pest control — I can refer you to a trusted specialist or coordinate quotes on your behalf.
It's about giving you the full picture, not pretending one inspection can cover everything. You'll always know what falls within my scope as a licensed builder, and where a specialist's input is genuinely needed.
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