Sunshine Coast Building and Pest Inspectors

When you’re buying or owning a property, you want to be sure that it’s structurally sound and safe.
Structural issues can be a hidden problem in a property and could affect your safety and value. To prevent this from happening, an in-depth pre-purchase inspection done by a building inspector is all you need.

That’s why our team of expert building inspectors are here to give you detailed inspections so you make smart choices with your building inspection. We service customers across the Sunshine Coast whether you’re based in Marcoola, Mooloolaba, Maroochydore, Coolum Caloundra, Noosa Heads, or Sunshine Beach.

Our professional, friendly, and certified experts not only offer comprehensive inspections but also provide details reports and honest advice to ensure you make the right decision with your inspections.

As licensed and professionally trained specialists, our Sunshine Coast building and pest inspectors work to determine buildings structural soundness. Through a thorough inspection, they seek any major defects that could impair the safety and longevity of a property.

They will also check that the property is in compliance with contractual specifics and all building industry codes. Their findings are then outlined in a detailed building report.

During a lengthy visual inspection process, your Sunshine Coast property will be reviewed, this includes the interior and exterior of the building, the roof space, under-floor space and roof exterior. They will be looking for any signs of concern and will check:

• Whether all doors and windows can be opened.
• That there are smoke detectors in place (visual inspection only).
• That all built-in cupboard and cabinet doors open and close properly.
• For water leaks, both active or for past evidence of issues.
• For signs of mould or rising damp, even where it may have been painted over in efforts to hide its presence.
• That floors, walls and ceilings are free of warps, bulges or sagging. Retaining walls.
• Exterior walls, noting any cracks in bricks, mortar or evidence of subsidence.
• The safety and age of the circuitry. This includes checking the presence of a safety switch which is required by law.
• Safety hazards such as staircases not built to code, flooring (slip hazards), balustrades that are broken or too low and more.
• The roof frame, roofing materials, guttering and drainpipes for damage or evidence of leaks. For optimal viewing, A1 Building and Pest Consultancy utilise a drone to inspect all roofs up to 30 meters in height.
• The subfloor or beneath the property for adequate ventilation and drainage measures.

Please be aware that a licensed building inspector is engaged for the purpose of checking structural aspects of a property and will generally not be checking:

• Swimming pools.
• Air conditioning functionality and compressors.
• Whether there are working smoke alarms.
• Taps or plumbing for function, leaks, rust or damage.
• Gas fittings.
• That any toilets are operational and without fault.
• The hot water system for signs of rust or leaks.
• For the presence of asbestos.
• Zoning regulations
• Appliances.

Should during the course of our building inspections in Sunshine Coast we notice an area of concern we don’t usually report on, we may still mention it in passing. Anything that is non-structural however, is not legally required to be inspected or noted. This is why you should always carry out a visual inspection of your own and thoroughly check the areas noted above also. Specific requests such as pool safety inspections can be carried out as part of our building inspection process when required. Most importantly, a building inspector cannot make guarantees about the structural soundness of a property. Their role is to detect and alert you to defects that may or might be related to any structural movement or instability and advice accordingly.

The combination of a personal inspection alongside our professional services is the best way to ensure all elements of a property are checked for safety and functionality. Book a Building Inspection Today - 0401 018 030
Our Building Inspector in Sunshine Coast Has You Covered
Need an efficient building inspector in Sunshine Coast you can rely on? Whether you are buying a property or living in one, know that your inspection needs are in safe hand with A1 Building and Pest Consultancy. We help you prepare for building inspections in Sunshine Coast that are both reliable and affordable and will make sure your building’s structural quality and safety are up to the needed standards and requirements.

To enable building inspections in Sunshine Coast to be carried out in a timely and efficient manner, all doors, cabinets and access points should be readily accessible. Taking steps to prepare your home for our attendance allows for more effective and detailed reporting whereby areas of concern can be easily identified and addressed. The time required to carry out an inspection will be greatly influenced by how accessible the areas to be inspected are. Should a necessary area not be accessible due to clutter or an overgrown garden, this could lead to the report being incomplete. In some instances, we may be unable to accommodate the reporting at all if we deem vital areas for inspection inaccessible. Therefore, to allow us to make the best possible assessment of a property we ask that you prepare accordingly. Indoors this will mean removing any clutter or furniture that impedes access. Outdoors, trees and shrubs should be trimmed and grass mowed.

Our Sunshine Coast building and pest inspectors are licensed and fully trained to carry out expert pre-purchase inspections. Our team are polite, respectful and committed to carrying out inspections as quickly and quietly as possible to minimise disruption to property owners. The inspection will begin with a walkthrough of the property both inside and out followed by a more detailed inspection carried out via the below process:

• Structural defects will be noted and recorded first.
• Wet Areas assessments are carried out second, including bathrooms, kitchen and laundry, checking for any signs of leaks.
• A thorough check for concealed termite damage or active termites, including roof voids, under floors, within cupboards and other known sites where pests frequent
• Inspection of roofs, checking for leaking roofs including flashing and penetration points failure.
• Retaining wall conditions.

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During our time at a property, we request that someone remain on-site, this ensures the safety of our staff and yourself while also ensuring we can gain access to any locked areas on the property. You can expect an inspection to last between one to two hours. The exact duration of the inspection will vary dependent on the size of the property and ease of access.

After The Inspection

Following an inspection, a detailed report will be completed and delivered to you same day or within 24hrs. Should the report be needed sooner, this can be negotiated also. At the close of the report, the property will be given a rating relevant to its age and condition. Your written report will offer an unbiased, easily understood and fair appraisal of the home and the presence of any pests.

We are committed to delivering essential information to homeowners or prospective owners. We understand these reports may be confusing or overwhelming and welcome further questions should clarification be required.

We offer face to face or phone appointments of a minimum of 15 minutes to discuss our findings and rating of the property as needed. Should you require additional support from an expert in relation to our findings, we have a trusted network of experts that we can refer you to.

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Best building inspectors in Sunshine Coast specialise in providing different types of buildings and pest inspection services for both residential and commercial properties.

Most of the time, an inspector can arrange to have the property inspected by any given business day and provide the report the same day. This is to give you plenty of time to review the specifics and decide whether or not to purchase the home.

• Pre-sale Inspection: Sunshine Coast building and pest inspectors can help with this inspection in the process of selling your home. Here, the goal is to find potential places of concerns so you can rectify them before the sale.
• New-build Inspection: This building and pest inspection in Sunshine Coast is done during the start of a new project where the stage inspection has to be done following the building and construction phase.
• Inspections for commercial property: Such inspections are carried by building and pest inspectors in Sunshine Coast to help benefit business owners or managers of a company. The goal here is to give the business owner a report that outlines any type of defect or maintenance problem in a commercial property that needs fixing, either in a short term or a long-term basis.

A pre-sale building and pest inspection is undertaken when you are planning on selling your property. The purpose of this inspection is to identify any areas of concern so that you are aware of, or can address any issues, prior to the property going to the market.

A pre-purchase building and pest inspection is undertaken when you are purchasing a property and your offer has been accepted. Your offer will most likely be subject to a building and pest inspection, which is generally required to be completed in 7 days.

A new build inspection is undertaken when you are taking up a new building project and would like staged inspections to be completed throughout the building and construction process.

Whether you are buying, selling, or building a property, our Sunshine Coast Building Inspectors have the right inspection service for you and your budget. Our services include:

• Pre-purchase building inspections: Before you buy a property, our inspectors ensure its structure, condition, and quality to help you make a smart choice and avoid any unpleasant surprises.
• Pre-sale building inspections: The property is examined for any problems that may lower your sale price or delay your settlement. This is also where we give you advice on how to fix them.
• New build inspections: As your new property is being built, our experts examine it from different stages of construction from the slab stage to frame stage and lock-up stage, etc., to ensure it meets Australian standards and codes of practice.
• Construction progress reports: Keeping an eye on your construction project from beginning to end, we provide you regular updates on how it is going in terms of progress, quality, costs, risks, and compliance.
• Property risk assessments: We look at your property for any potential dangers or issues that may affect its safety or performance.

Comprehensive Reports So You Make an Informed Decision

After your inspection, the building report will highlight any major and minor defects to the property and their urgency. It will also indicate any conditions conducive to structural defects, such as pest damage, high moisture levels or cracks in the foundation.

Our reports are easy to follow, highly detailed and will include recommendations to help you make an informed decision on your property. If you are unable to attend the inspection or are unsure about something in the report, contact your Sunshine Coast building inspector immediately for clarification before making any decisions. Don’t risk buying or selling a property without getting it inspected by a professional building inspector on the Sunshine Coast. Contact us today for a free quote and book an inspection with us. You will be glad you did!

The cost of a building and pest inspection will vary depending on the size of the property in question. At A1 Building and Pest Consultancy, as a premier Sunshine Coast building and pest inspector service provider, we deliver comprehensive reporting at a competitive price. We make securing outstanding pest and building reports affordable, with zero compromises on quality.

Our pricing is in line with our years of skill and expertise, while the exact price will vary depending on your situation.

Our indicative pricing is as follows:

• 1 bedroom apartment up to 80sqm – From $400
• 2 bedroom apartment up to 120sqm – From $450
• 3 bedroom house/apartment From $440
• 4 bedroom house/apartment From $480
• 5 bedroom house/apartment From $550

To obtain an accurate obligation-free quote that is based on your property, simply contact our friendly team who will tailor the pricing accordingly.

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