Building Inspections South Melbourne
Our building and pest inspections in South Melbourne include accurate home inspection services as well as pre-purchase building inspection services. Our independent building inspector will identify typical building problems such as escalating humidity, leaks or drainage issues, disintegrating walls, leaking roofs, and vermin. Schedule your timber pest and pre-purchase property inspections with Altez today.
Building Inspections in South Melbourne
South Melbourne’s real estate market is thriving, and there are plenty of buyers. We provide building pest inspections and pre-purchase inspections to help you protect the value of your investment. Get a quote for your inspection today.
Why Choose Altez Building Inspections
We utilise the latest technology and provide the same-day complete report findings for all South Melbourne old or new building inspections. Our home inspections remain the most reliable in Melbourne due to the following reasons:
Affordable building and pest inspections Melbourne services
Our certified building pest inspectors provide the most reasonable pre-purchase house inspection prices in the building industry. We keep expenses low by optimising our operations and basing our rates on the property’s size. We offer high-quality, affordable building and pest inspections to new property home buyers in South Melbourne.
Professional service and experienced building inspectors
Our experienced building inspectors in South Melbourne provide professional inspection services. All our building inspectors undergo extensive training and are equipped with Civil Engineering and/or Building Surveying Degrees.
Wide range of building inspection services with a quick turnaround
As the leading service provider for building inspections Melbourne clients rely on, we offer a comprehensive range of building inspection services. This includes pre-purchase buildings, investment property, old and new buildings, and other inspection services. We guarantee a quick turnaround to meet your timeline.
Pest inspection reports with actionable pest control advice
Our pest inspection reports include actionable pest control advice. Our inspectors ensure that the recommended rectifications, repairs and trades works included in the report are cost-effective to carry out.
We Use the Latest Technology for Your Pre-Purchase Building Inspections
We carry out easy, comprehensive South Melbourne house inspections. Our trained pre-purchase home inspectors utilise the latest technology for pre-purchase building inspections. We can give you a thorough report within 24 hours of your scheduled inspection.
Termatrac T3i Radar Termite Detector
To detect activity, the Termatrac T3i Radar Termite Detector employs non-invasive, low-energy microwaves that pass through most building materials. The low-frequency, high-frequency radar emissions enable the operator to find and monitor termite and other insect activity without causing disruption, which is particularly useful in South Melbourne homes that utilise a lot of wood.
Moisture and Humidity Metre
Altez Building Inspection uses an advanced moisture and humidity metre on your South Melbourne property. We don’t only locate termites that are present, but identify risk environments where they can potentially build a nest.
FLIR E5 Infrared Camera Thermal Imaging
The FLIR E5 Infrared Camera Thermal Imaging device can identify hidden concerns like leaking, termite nests, and other pest problems, making it the ultimate diagnosis tool for fixing hidden building problems.
Get a Comprehensive Building Inspection Report from Our Building Inspectors
A comprehensive building and pest inspection report from our certified building inspectors can help prevent financial stress for you in the long run. Our detailed report describes everything we discovered, including poor construction works that do not satisfy Australian standards. Here’s what we cover:
Dilapidation reports documenting major hidden defects and minor defects
Altez can rely on detailed dilapidation reports to point out hidden defects detected and repair recommendations to fix the damages. This way, you can ensure your building will be up to Australian standards and the building code.
Building and pest inspection findings and potential sites for termite activity
Numerous homes in South Melbourne are constructed with wood. Structures built from or using wood will be more susceptible to pest infestations, making pest inspections all the more important. We can provide timber pest inspection reports to recommend pest control actions for these identified problem areas.
Construction reports covering structural issues and maintenance issues
Our construction reports record minor and major construction flaws on your South Melbourne home, including structural damage and maintenance issues. It will help you to effectively determine the location of these problems and devise a strategy for their repair.
Conditions report according to Australian building standards
Every property in South Melbourne that is inspected by a highly qualified Altez building inspector is guaranteed to receive a highly detailed, easy-to-understand conditions report of the issues in the property’s structure, ensuring that the property meets the building code and Australian standards.
Detailed report and advice on trades and repairs works
Our building inspectors will provide cost-effective advice on rectifications, repairs, and trades works in your report. You can decide on the best course of action, be it including rectifications in your asking price or removing yourself from the sale altogether.
Prevent Costly Repairs with Our Building Inspections Melbourne Service
Altez Building Inspection can help you prevent costly repairs caused by potential defects and structural damages through our building inspection South Melbourne service. We guarantee thorough building reports, which include recommendations and advice on all issues found. Get a quote on our home inspections today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a new property need a building and pest inspection? Or is it only necessary for older properties?
Building and pest inspections are designed to determine the new house’s condition before committing to purchase. They assist with identifying any issues to be remedied in new and old properties in South Melbourne.
Does Altez offer building inspection services for commercial and investment properties?
Yes, we also serve commercial and investment property owners. We offer commercial and investment building inspections, and can help you determine if the property you’re interested in is worth the asking price.
When should I schedule my house inspection?
You can schedule your house inspection in South Melbourne before making a formal offer or, if the property is going to auction, before the specified day or during the cooling-off period given after exchanging contracts.
What is the difference between a pre-purchase building inspection from a building inspector vs a real estate agent?
Our professional building inspectors in South Melbourne can give you a detailed building report which is often the standard because they are trained to identify building defects and recommend the most suitable repairs. The job of real estate agents is to sell the properties, not inspect them.
What are the benefits of using pest inspection services?
Building and pest inspections identify a home’s condition before you commit to its purchase. They aid in finding defects that can be repaired in South Melbourne houses, which may save you a significant amount of money on maintenance costs.
Can I use my building pest inspection reports to settle building disputes?
Yes, you can. If your pre-purchase building inspection and/or termite inspection report indicates existing damage to your property, you can negotiate for better terms, place accountability on the vendor before committing to the sale or back out of the purchase.
Book Your Building and Pest Inspections Online
If you would like to book one of Altez’s building inspectors for your South Melbourne home, please contact our helpful staff as soon as possible. Visit our website for service availability and other details.