Want a quality and affordable Building and Pest Inspection Cranbourne West? Building and Pest Inspection Melbourne can help. We have been undertaking Building Inspections and Timber Pest Inspections in Cranbourne West since 2010.
Our small family business prides itself on offering our clients excellent customer service and quality building and pest inspections. Our customers are first home buyers in Cranbourne West to seasoned investors. When you are considering purchasing a property in Cranbourne West make sure you arrange for an experienced and VBA licenced Building Inspector to carry out a thorough Inspection before you buy. What we deliver;
Continue reading for a rundown of what’s included in our Building and Pest Inspections and why you need our comprehensive report when you’re purchasing a new property.
Sometimes we do same day or next day Inspections. Call us to discuss your deadline.
Your building and pest report will be emailed on the same day as your inspection. Our reports are comprehensive with lots of photos!
We can call you to discuss the findings from your building inspection and timber pest inspection to ensure you understand what was found.
Our Building and Pest Inspector is experienced, fully insured and licensed.
Our inspectors carry out 2-3 inspections per day for quality control.
Our prices are very reasonable with no hidden charges. We also offer a discount on top of our low prices for all pre auction building and pest inspections.
A lot of our bookings are due to word of mouth. Many customers are referred by buyer’s agents, mortgage brokers & conveyancers. Many more are referred by family and friends.
We go beyond your expectations to provide valuable advice on the property. Some common questions are;
This is my first time buying a home, what is involved? Does the property contain asbestos? Can you help with estimated cost of repairs? Can you provide builder’s advice regards to renovations?
For most people when they purchase a property there are usually two experts on your side, your conveyancer and your Building and Pest Inspector. Conveyancers rely on our reports and refer clients to our inspection service because we’ve perfected it since 2010 to give you EVERYTHING you need, plus any extras you may wish for peace of mind, BEFORE you invariably buy a house.
To book we just need your first name, mobile & email, inspection address, agent name & number.
We contact the agent to arrange access then we email you the confirmation details.
Our Pest and Building Inspectors are skilled & fully insured Licenced Builders.
Our Building Inspection is a visual inspection of all accessible areas of the interior, roof void, sub-floor & exterior of the property to detect safety hazards, major defects, minor defects & general maintenance.
Our Pest Inspectors are qualified with full Professional Indemnity insurance.
We do a thorough visual inspection of all accessible areas including the interior, roof void, sub-floor, & exterior of the property for termites & termite damage using state of the art Termite Detection technology, including a moisture meter and a thermal tool to detect termite movement in the walls.
NOTE: Moisture is the cause of ALL termite problems. We apply our Moisture Meter extensively to identify leaks and dampness issues, commonly found in the wet areas.
We take time to explain our findings clearly and simply. Your inspector will speak directly with you after the inspection in person or by phone. You are welcome to call the inspector back after reading your reports.
We will discuss any MAJOR ISSUES with you to help you make any important decisions such as negotiating on price, asking for defects to be repaired or terminating the contract.
Our comprehensive Building & Pest Inspection report gives you the Peace of Mind and knowledge you need to complete, renegotiate, or terminate, this property purchase with confidence. One or more photos are included to highlight each defect.
MOISTURE is the Number 1 cause of COSTLY building defects and termites. We use Moisture Meters to identify leaks and damp issues. Areas such as bathrooms, laundry, roof void and subfloors can all have moisture problems.
We conduct the electrical checks that we can by law, including turning on light switches to check for flickering; the condition of the meter box; plus the presence of smoke alarms and safety switches.
Our plumbing checks include flushing toilets to check function and drainage; plus the gutters and downpipes for rust, damage and blockages. We also turn on taps to check for hammering and poor drainage.
In the yard we note defects to boundary fences and gates, the clothesline, garden shed, paths, driveways and retaining walls. The yard is more often less well maintained with more major defects and safety hazards found.
On the roof exterior we check the condition of cladding, fascia/barge boards, flashings, gutters and downpipes, the soffit/eaves and valleys. Broken tiles, rust and water damage are noted. Fungal growth is a sign that water is pooling
Masonry walls are closely examined for defects such as bricks fretting, cracking, damp damage, differential damage, inadequate joint sealant, mortar eroding, blocked vents, visible flashings and weep hole ventilation.
In the exterior, we note the condition of paint, any damp damage or cladding defects; maintenance items for outdoor structures including decks, balconies, patios, verandahs or pergolas; plus defects and safety hazards relating to handrails, steps, stairs and ramps.
In the interior, all rooms are inspected for building defects to the ceiling, doors, floor, painting, walls and windows. We carefully check if the floors are levels, windows and doors function normally and other signs of movement relating to major structural defects.
In the laundry and kitchen, we also note visible defects to bench tops, doors, drawers and cabinets; sinks, splashbacks, taps and waste traps. The range hood fan is tested for function. Common defects include failed or inadequate waterproofing plus leaking taps and pipes.
It is common to come across built elements in bathrooms with defects due to wear and tear. These include the vanity, basin, bath, mirror, shower, shower screen, taps, waste traps, toilet cistern and pan. We also report on ventilation and exhaust fan function.
In the roof space we identify any issues relating to coverage, framing, insulation, parti wall and sarking. Even when there is insulation we try our best to enter the roof void to traverse accessible areas.
For structural reasons, it is important to check the condition of all structural members. These include bearers, joists, piers or stumps. We also check for cracked or leaking pipes, dampness, ventilation and drainage issues. We recommend removal of debris or stored items that encourage termites and other pests including rodents!
Our pre purchase Pest Inspection investigates for signs of termite damage, live termites and conducive conditions that could lead to termite attack. We report on whether the property has a current termite management system and we advise what you can do to reduce the risk of termite attack to protect your valuable asset
Melbourne’s council can identify areas within the municipality where buildings are likely to be attacked by termites.
Termite control measures are required for any new building, including alterations and extensions constructed within specified termite-prone zones under the regulations.
So when you buy a well-established home in a declared termite area does it increase your risk of having termites attack?
Quick answer: No, as Building and Pest Inspection Melbourne has uncovered termites in every suburb of Melbourne. Yep, all of Melbourne is at risk of termite infestation IF there are conducive conditions on your property.
For homeowners, termites can be a huge problem. They can cause a large amount of damage and can significantly decrease the value of your property.
In the Cranbourne West area, the species that causes the most destruction are the Coptotermes Termites. This particular species can travel up to 50 meres from their nests and are lured by moist timber. Most of the time Coptotermes build their nests at the bases of trees, but at Building and Pest Inspection Melbourne we have also found them nesting in areas with low ventilation or poor drainage such as sub-floors.
Termites can gain entry into your property by travelling up old tree stumps, outside walls or over slab edges into the weep holes. It’s recommended that you remove any overhanging vegetation near your property to make it easier for our inspector to carry out an inspection of the full external perimeter. Sub-floors should also be clear, to allow for inspection around the full internal perimeter walls.
Non-invasive methods of termite control are also employed by our pest inspectors. They use a moisture meter and Termatrac with thermal radar. When a high moisture area is located, we apply Termatrac to determine if there are any termites within the walls.
A Building and Pest clause should exist as a condition of a property purchase sale when you buy a home by private treaty. The Building and Pest clause allows you to get written reports from a qualified Building and Pest inspector within a set time frame to AVOID BUYING a property infested with termites or with significant building repair costs.
You also have a 3 day COOLING OFF period under standard contracts. We guarantee your Building and Pest report within 3 business days of booking our services, so book us as soon as your offer is ACCEPTED!
For properties under auction, you’ll need to organise a Building and Pest inspection prior to making a bid. When an inspection is carried out prior to signing contracts there will be no need for a subject to Building and Pest clause. If finance is already approved or it’s a cash sale, it also decreases the risk of the contract not proceeding.
