Property Inspection Reports Victoria
We recognise the fact that your property purchase could be the largest financial commitment you make in your lifetime. Over the past 15 years, Paul O'Toole and the team at Home Buyers Protection Service have prepared several thousand building and property inspection reports across Victoria and they estimate that a third of properties contain major faults.
This seems an incredible statistic but our Managing Director Paul O'Toole says the numbers are real. "In fact it's no surprise given Melbourne's extreme weather conditions over the past 15 years. A decade of drought with temperatures ranging from freezing to the forties has caused some structural issues but you also need to remember we have had seismic activity in Victoria in the last few years. Add poor workmanship from some trades people and you can see how it took its toll on the condition of many Victorian residential properties."
To cost to rectify serious defects like termite infestations and structural issues can amount to tens of thousands of dollars while major roofing, plumbing and electrical work can also turn a property into a financial disaster. Our affordable range of pre-purchase inspection reports start at $240 and are designed to give peace of mind so you buy a property with confidence. If you know the property issues and the repair costs you can also potentially negotiate a reduced purchase price.
You have a choice of report formats including written, verbal or video and the inspection services are available throughout all of metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula and the Geelong Bellarine Peninsula.
You'll find our process is thorough and our inspectors will put the property under the microscope. The reports are detailed but delivered in layman's terms so you have a clear understanding of the findings including the major faults, minor defects and any maintenance concerns. The report also details the cost of any immediate repairs and the anticipated cost of any repairs required in the following three year period.
As members of the Housing Industry Association (HIA) we can also quote on the cost to remedy the faults and after more than 20 years working in and around the building industry in Victoria we can refer you to our preferred list of experienced trades people.
Our property inspection services include:
- Fixed price reports with no hidden or additional costs (starting from just $240)
- Written, verbal or video inspection reports
- Inspections prepared using our unique 228 point checklist
- Personal service with fast turnaround and where possible, a same day inspection service
- Verbal summary on the day of the inspection
- A schedule of repairs together with cost estimates
- Identification of safety and potential environmental issues
- Internal and external review including roof cavity and sub-floor area
- Where required, referral to a list of accredited trade specialists to complete repairs and renovations
- Independent advice regarding emerging issues and projected costs
- Pest Inspection Reports
Your inspection is performed by highly experienced, independent building professionals who are all accredited members of the HIA. They carry both professional indemnity and public liability insurance and the inspection reports conform with current Australian Standards AS 4349-1-2007. To download one of our sample inspection reports click here.
We protect property buyers and look forward to helping you make an informed buying decision. To discuss our property inspection services or to book an inspection, call Paul O'Toole on 0411 325 949 or click here.
