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Pre-Purchase Building Inspection

Buying a home is one of the biggest investments you will make. At Inspector Group, we provide comprehensive pre-purchase building inspections to help you make an informed decision. Our detailed inspections identify structural issues, safety hazards, and potential costly repairs before you commit to a property.

PRE-PURCHASE BUILDING INSPECTIONS PERTH

Pre-Purchase Building Inspection Scope and Fees

Our pre-purchase building inspection provides a visual assessment of the accessible areas of the property to identify significant defects, structural concerns, moisture-related issues and general maintenance items before you purchase.

Standard Home $300 including GST
Larger Home $449 including GST
Pricing may vary for larger, multi-storey or more complex properties.
01 Structural Integrity

Accessible structural components are visually assessed for evidence of significant movement, deterioration, damage or defective workmanship.

Foundations and visible footings Internal and external walls Visible cracking and movement Floors and supporting structures Ceilings and visible deflection Roof framing and supporting members Retaining walls where applicable Visible structural deterioration
02 Roof Exterior and Drainage

The accessible roof exterior and roof drainage components are visually inspected for deterioration, defects and conditions that may contribute to water entry.

Roof tiles or metal roof sheeting Ridge and hip cappings Roof flashings and penetrations Gutters and downpipes Valleys and drainage points Eaves, fascia boards and barge boards Visible corrosion or deterioration Signs of defective drainage
03 Roof Void

The roof void is inspected where safe and reasonable access is available. The inspection is limited by insulation, stored items, low clearances and inaccessible areas.

Rafters, trusses and supporting members Underpurlins, struts and bracing Visible tie-down connections Evidence of water entry Roof tile or roof sheet condition from below Insulation coverage where visible Visible timber deterioration General roof framing condition
04 Internal Areas

Accessible internal rooms and building components are visually inspected for defects, deterioration and maintenance concerns.

Walls and ceilings Visible cracking and movement Floors and floor finishes Internal stairs and balustrades Visible water staining General internal workmanship
05 External Areas

External building elements and accessible site areas are assessed for visible defects, deterioration and conditions that may affect the property.

Brickwork, render and external cladding External cracking and movement Driveways, pathways and paving Decks, patios and accessible structures Fencing and retaining walls Site drainage and ground levels Visible maintenance concerns
06 Moisture Assessment to Accessible Wet Areas

Accessible wet areas are visually assessed and moisture readings are taken where considered appropriate. This is a non-invasive assessment and does not confirm the condition of concealed waterproofing.

Bathrooms and ensuites Shower recesses Bath and basin areas Laundry areas Visible grout and sealant condition Signs of water staining Moisture readings to accessible surfaces Visible drainage concerns
07 Subfloor — Where Accessible

Where safe and reasonable access is available, the accessible subfloor is inspected. An additional fee may apply where the inspector is required to crawl beneath the building.

Visible floor framing Bearers, joists and supporting members Visible movement or deterioration Moisture and drainage conditions Ventilation where visible Visible timber decay Conducive conditions for timber pests General accessible subfloor condition
08 Timber Pest Inspection Optional add-on +$200 incl. GST

Add a timber pest inspection to assess accessible areas for evidence of timber pest activity, damage and conditions that may increase the risk of infestation.

Evidence of termite activity Evidence of previous termite activity Visible timber pest damage Wood borers and fungal decay Moisture and conducive conditions Accessible roof void and subfloor areas Risk factors around the property Recommendations for further action
Inspection limitations

The inspection is visual and non-invasive and is limited to areas that are safe and reasonably accessible at the time of inspection. Furniture, stored items, insulation, vegetation and restricted access may prevent inspection of some components.

ENHANCE YOUR INSPECTION

OPTIONAL ADD-ON

Electrical, Plumbing & Gas (EPG) Inspection

Add operational checks of electrical, plumbing, hot water, air-conditioning, gas and selected appliances.

View everything we check
ADD TO YOUR INSPECTION +$250 including GST

What is included in the EPG inspection?

The EPG add-on provides additional basic operational checks of accessible services, fixtures, systems and selected appliances at the property. It is designed to provide buyers with additional information about items that are generally outside the primary scope of a standard building inspection.

01

Electrical

Basic operational checks of accessible electrical fixtures and fittings.

Internal lights External lights Light switches Accessible power points Exhaust fans Visible damaged fittings
02

Plumbing

Accessible plumbing fixtures are operated to identify obvious functional concerns.

Kitchen taps and sinks Bathroom taps Showers Toilets Laundry fixtures Visible leakage General drainage performance
03

Hot Water System

Basic operational and visual assessment where the system is connected and accessible.

Hot water availability Basic system operation Visible condition of unit Visible leakage Accessible connections
04

Air Conditioning

Installed systems are operated where controls are available and operation is permitted.

System starts and operates Cooling operation where practical Heating operation where practical Accessible controllers Airflow from outlets Obvious operational concerns
05

Kitchen Appliances

Selected installed appliances are briefly operated where connected, accessible and permitted.

Cooktop Oven Grill where incorporated Rangehood Dishwasher where accessible Obvious operational defects
06

Gas

Basic operational checks of accessible gas-related items where gas is connected and testing is permitted.

Gas cooktop where present Accessible gas appliances Basic ignition and operation Visible accessible connections Obvious visible concerns
07

Safety Switches / RCDs & Smoke Alarms

Accessible safety switches/RCDs and smoke alarms are recorded where visible. This does not constitute specialist electrical compliance testing.

Safety switches / RCDs observed Accessible RCDs recorded where practical Smoke alarms observed Visible condition Obvious visible damage
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Access and permission are required

EPG testing can only be completed where the relevant services are connected, the items are safely accessible and permission is provided to operate them. Some selling agents, sellers or property managers may not permit certain electrical, plumbing, gas, air-conditioning or appliance items to be operated or tested. Where permission or access is not available, the affected items cannot be tested and will be recorded accordingly in the inspection report.

Important EPG scope information

The EPG inspection is a basic operational and visual assessment of accessible items at the time of inspection. It is not an exhaustive technical assessment, servicing inspection, safety certification or certificate of compliance. Operation at the time of inspection does not guarantee future performance. Where a significant concern is identified, further assessment by an appropriately licensed electrician, plumber, gas fitter, air-conditioning technician or other relevant trade may be recommended.

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