Learn Building Inspections On Real Properties.
Spend a full working day alongside an experienced building inspector and see how professional inspections are actually carried out in the field. This is practical, one-on-one mentoring designed for aspiring, new and developing building inspectors who want real inspection experience rather than classroom theory alone.
See How Building Inspections Are Actually Carried Out.
Building inspection is difficult to learn from books and checklists alone. The best way to understand how an inspection works is to see real properties, real defects and the decisions an experienced inspector makes while on site.
Follow the Inspection
Accompany the inspector throughout the day and see how each property is approached systematically from arrival through to completion.
Ask Questions On Site
Discuss defects as they are discovered, why they matter and how they should be recorded or classified within an inspection report.
Understand the Reporting Process
Learn how photographs, observations, classifications, limitations and recommendations are turned into a professional inspection report.
Join Us Across Different Inspection Types.
Depending on the inspections scheduled for the selected day, your field mentoring may involve one or more of the following inspection types.
Pre-Purchase Building Inspections
Learn how an established property is inspected, how significant defects are identified and how findings are documented for a purchaser.
Timber Pest Inspections
See how accessible areas are assessed for evidence of termite activity, timber pest damage, fungal decay and conducive conditions.
Construction Stage Inspections
Learn how new construction is assessed at various stages and how workmanship and construction defects are identified and reported.
Dilapidation Inspections
See how the existing condition of neighbouring buildings and surrounding areas is systematically photographed and documented.
These are genuine inspections for real clients. The exact inspection types available during your training day will depend on our bookings, property access and client or site permissions. We cannot guarantee that every inspection type will occur during a single day.
More Than Just Walking Through a Property.
The training day can cover the complete inspection process, from preparing for the job through to defect identification, classification, reporting and client communication.
Inspection Methodology
Learn how to systematically work through a property and organise an inspection from start to finish.
Defect Identification
Learn what experienced inspectors look for across structural, moisture, roof, drainage and construction-related areas.
Defect Classification
Discuss how findings are assessed, classified and documented appropriately within the inspection report.
Photographic Evidence
Learn how to photograph defects clearly and use photographs effectively within professional reports.
Report Wording
Learn how findings can be converted into clear, concise and professional report wording.
Agreements & Inspection Scope
Understand pre-inspection agreements, inspection limitations, defining the scope and managing client expectations.
A Full Working Day In the Field.
This is not a staged demonstration property. You accompany us during a genuine working inspection day and experience the practical workflow involved in completing professional inspections.
Discuss the day's inspections, property details, inspection scope, agreements and any particular areas you want to focus on.
Travel with the inspector to scheduled properties and observe the inspection process in genuine working conditions.
Work through defects and observations as they are identified and discuss their significance and appropriate classification.
See how findings are photographed, recorded and converted into clear professional report content.
Ask questions about inspection techniques, reporting, client management and developing your own inspection workflow.
Practical Mentoring for Developing Inspectors.
If you are considering entering the building inspection industry and want to understand what the job actually involves before starting.
If you have recently started inspecting and want more confidence identifying, documenting and classifying defects.
If you already have experience but want to improve your inspection process, reporting, defect identification or field efficiency.
Practical Industry Mentoring
This service provides practical field mentoring and industry experience. It is not a nationally recognised training course and does not provide a formal qualification, trade licence, certification or accreditation.
Attendance at individual properties and building sites remains subject to access conditions, client approval, site rules and safety requirements. Some areas or inspections may not be available to trainees.
Spend a Day Learning On Real Inspections.
Tell us about your current experience and what you would like to learn. We can then discuss a suitable day based on upcoming inspection bookings and the areas you would like to focus on.