FAQ’S
What is a pre-purchase building inspection?
A building inspection is usually added as a clause or condition of the real estate sales contract. A building inspection can also be known as a pre-purchase inspection, property inspection or home inspection.
A pre-purchase building inspection looks at the condition of the property and a building inspector should be engaged once you have decided to put an offer on a property.
The inspector will undertake an inspection to determine the condition on the property and provide a written report with colour photos and an outline of any defects found within the property.
A pre-purchase inspection also gives you piece of mind that the property you are buying is in good condition.
A pre-purchase building inspection looks at the condition of the property and a building inspector should be engaged once you have decided to put an offer on a property.
The inspector will undertake an inspection to determine the condition on the property and provide a written report with colour photos and an outline of any defects found within the property.
A pre-purchase inspection also gives you piece of mind that the property you are buying is in good condition.
How does a pre-purchase building inspection work?
A pre-purchase building inspection is an inspection on the property before purchase.
We will inspection all areas of the property including the interior and exterior of the property and an inspection of the site.
We can provide a copy of the report to your conveyancer.
We will inspection all areas of the property including the interior and exterior of the property and an inspection of the site.
We can provide a copy of the report to your conveyancer.
How quickly can you do my inspection?
We can generally undertake the inspection as soon as we can access the property. We book the inspection in with the agent for you meaning we make the process seamless for you.
How quickly do I receive my report?
We understand that timeliness is important when understanding the condition of you new property which is why we provide inspection reports within 24 hours of the inspection.
What is included in the Report?
A pre-purchase building and property inspection report is approximately 18 pages and includes the following:
- A description of the property
- A summary of any safety hazards, major and minor defects
- A detailed “area by area” description of any safety hazards, major and minor defects found at the property including photographs.
- Recommendations for further investigation
- A conclusion on the overall condition of the property. This compares the building with a property of a similar type and age.