Pest and Building Inspections
Property Condition, Structure and Pest Risk Assessment
Pest and building inspections provide a detailed assessment of a property’s structural condition and any signs of pest activity before purchase. Over time, buildings can develop defects that are not immediately visible and may lead to costly repairs if left unidentified. These inspections examine key areas such as roofing, walls, foundations, subfloors, and accessible internal spaces to identify damage, safety concerns, and maintenance issues. The findings are presented in a clear report with supporting images, giving a reliable understanding of the property’s condition and helping guide informed decisions.
Your home is probably the most significant investment you will ever make. That’s why it is essential to protect it. You might not know that with time, structural issues develop and cause expensive problems in the future. That’s why when buying a property, building and pest inspections are crucial to making an informed decision.
Building and pest inspectors conduct a non-visual inspection of the property. We analyse the condition of the roof structure and linings, wall structure and linings, the foundation and floor structure and check whether the house is safe from a general structural standpoint. Not just that! We identify if any part of your property is affected by pests.
If access is available, we get in the roof space; we get on the roof, get under the building, and look in cupboards and hard-to-reach places, so you don’t have to.
We visually check electrical services and appliances, solar panels and inverters, HVAC systems, and plumbing fixtures/ connections. We then provide guidance on whether specialised contractors should investigate further.
We then provide you with a clear picture of the property’s condition in an extremely detailed report so that you know its actual worth.
The building and pest inspection report highlights the property’s condition from the foundational and structural standpoint. It involves mentioning problematic areas that must be rectified, underlying issues that can turn into potentially expensive repairs in the future, and solutions to all the problems — be it pest infestation or a damaged roof. It also includes coloured photos of the defects so you can make a sound buying decision.
In general, most building and pest inspections take about one and a half to two hours but depending upon the property size, it can take longer. The time also relies on the condition of the property. Older homes usually take longer than newly constructed ones. Issues that arise during the inspection will also affect the total inspection time.
Pre Purchase and Pre Sale Inspections
Property Checks Before Sale or Purchase
Pre purchase and pre sale inspections give a clear view of a property’s condition before a contract moves forward. They identify visible defects, pest activity, safety concerns, and repair items so buyers and sellers can make informed decisions with reliable reporting.
A pre purchase building and pest inspection identifies structural defects, safety hazards, and termite or pest activity before purchase. This helps avoid costly issues and provides leverage to negotiate repairs or price reductions.
Yes. All inspections comply with AS 4349.1 2007 (building inspections) and AS 4349.3 2010 (pest inspections), providing consistent and reliable reporting.
A pre sale building inspection identifies defects before listing, improving buyer confidence, reducing delays, and supporting a smoother sale process.
A pre auction inspection covers structural condition, safety risks, moisture issues, and termite activity so buyers can bid with confidence.
New Building & Warranty Inspections
Construction Stage Reviews and Warranty Defect Checks
New building and warranty inspections focus on workmanship, compliance, and defect identification across key construction stages. These inspections help track build quality, document issues at the right time, and record defects that may fall within the builder’s responsibility period.
Key construction stages are inspected:
- Foundation and slab
- Frame and lock up
- Pre plaster
- Waterproofing
- Pre settlement
Each stage confirms work is completed correctly before progressing.
The QBCC Home Warranty scheme protects homeowners against defective or incomplete building work, including a 12 month defect period and a 6.5 year structural warranty.
It covers major structural defects such as foundation movement, roof failures, load bearing issues, and significant water penetration.
A 12 month inspection identifies defects within the builder responsibility period, allowing repairs to be completed at no cost before the warranty period ends.
Building Defects & Specialist Testing
Targeted Inspection Services for Hidden Issues
Building defects and specialist testing cover issues that may not be visible during a standard inspection. Services in this area include moisture testing, thermal imaging, roof inspections, asbestos testing, methamphetamine testing, and pool safety inspections to provide a more complete assessment of property condition.
Thermal imaging and moisture testing are used to detect water ingress, leaks, and hidden defects not visible during a standard inspection.
Roof inspections assess tiles or metal roofing, flashings, gutters, and drainage. Drone inspections are used where access is limited.
Yes. Asbestos testing is completed by licensed assessors with laboratory analysis. Methamphetamine testing identifies contamination that may pose health risks.
Yes. Licensed pool safety inspectors assess barriers, gates, and compliance with Queensland regulations.
Body Corporate and Commercial Inspections
Compliance and Condition Reporting for Larger Properties
Body corporate and commercial inspections assess building condition, fire safety elements, compliance items, and risk areas across shared or commercial properties. These reports assist with maintenance planning, statutory obligations, and asset protection for owners, managers, and committees.
Passive fire inspections assess fire rated walls, doors, penetrations, and containment systems to confirm compliance and occupant safety.
They confirm compliance, reduce liability, and help maintain safe evacuation pathways and fire containment systems.
Commercial inspections assess structure, building systems, fire safety, and compliance to protect commercial property investments.
Technology Licensing and Service Areas
Inspection Tools Qualifications and Coverage
Inspection services rely on current technology, relevant licensing, and broad service coverage across residential and commercial property types. Thermal imaging, moisture meters, drone access, and digital reporting tools are used alongside licensed inspection services delivered across the Gold Coast, Brisbane, and surrounding areas.
Thermal imaging, moisture meters, drone inspections, and digital reporting tools are used to deliver accurate inspection results.
Yes. Multiple QBCC licences, asbestos assessor certification, pest management licences, and CASA drone accreditation are held.
Services cover the Gold Coast, Brisbane, and surrounding areas, including regional locations across Queensland and Australia.
Yes. Bundled building, pest, pool, and specialist inspections are available in one visit, saving time and providing a single consolidated report.
