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Pre-Sale Building Inspection
Find issues before buyers do. Time to fix or disclose, not negotiate at the table.
from $350
Your local Central Coast inspector · NSW Central Coast
Sell Your Home Faster & For More Money
99% Same-Day Reports Subject to access and availability.
Have complete confidence your property is ready to sell. Our expert pre-sale inspections help you find and fix any issues before you list, so you avoid surprises, negotiate from strength, and achieve a smooth, successful sale.
Same-Day Detailed Reports Your Inspector Explains Any Defects
from $350
12 months free advice
4.9★ from 277 Google reviews across Australia · 242,618 Defects Logged across the SURE network
137 suburbs covered in Central Coast
137 suburbs covered 12 mo free advice included Local franchise owner
What makes SURE different
9,237 inspections
242,618 Defects Logged
Local territory zones
Head office backing
Anthony Capasso
Inspector
Anthony is the owner and lead inspector for SURE Building Inspections on the Central Coast of NSW. He spent more than 20 years on the tools as a self-employed carpenter, running residential jobs, coordinating trades and holding workmanship to standard. He has managed teams of tradespeople and apprentices, trained and mentored them, and kept safe work practices front of mind on every site. He has built the things he now inspects, so he knows how a house goes together and where the shortcuts get taken. His reports say what he found in language the client can act on.
Building inspection services in the Central Coast region
Our Central Coast inspector assesses everything from older waterfront and beach homes to new estates around Warnervale and Hamlyn Terrace. We give you the facts you need before you commit. Our services include:
Most booked
Comprehensive Inspection
Structural, maintenance and timber pest in one visit, one report. AS 4349.1 Annexure C and AS 4349.3. The most complete pre-purchase inspection.
From $640
Building + pest
Combined Building + Pest
One visit, one inspector, two reports. Building and timber pest covered together.
From $550
Structural
Pre-Purchase Building Inspection
AS 4349.1 compliant visual inspection for buyers. Covers structure, roof space, subfloor, exterior, and fencing. Same-day report (subject to access and availability).
From $350
Pest only
Timber Pest Inspection
Targeted inspection for termites, borers, and fungal decay. AS 4349.3 compliant. Recommended for older properties and those near bushland.
From $250
Under construction
New Build Stage Inspection
Frame, lockup, fixing, and practical completion (PCI) inspections during construction. Catch issues at each stage while they are still easy to address.
From $640
Commercial
Commercial Property Inspection
Due diligence for retail tenancies, office suites, and industrial premises. Structural, services, and compliance review.
From $400
We provide building inspections in various local areas
We cover the Central Coast and other regions across our network, including:
- Norwest Norwest Sydney and the Hills District
- Parramatta Central Western Sydney
- Penrith Penrith and the Greater Western Sydney corridor
- Macarthur South-west Sydney and the Campbelltown corridor
We also inspect across Greater Sydney — Parramatta, the Hills, Penrith and Macarthur.
Suburbs we cover in the Central Coast region
Featured suburbs
Browse all 137 suburbs by letter Alphabetical, A–Z
A 2 suburbs
B 14 suburbs
C 8 suburbs
D 6 suburbs
E 6 suburbs
F 4 suburbs
G 6 suburbs
H 6 suburbs
J 1 suburb
K 11 suburbs
L 7 suburbs
M 9 suburbs
N 6 suburbs
O 1 suburb
P 10 suburbs
R 1 suburb
S 8 suburbs
T 11 suburbs
U 1 suburb
W 18 suburbs
Y 1 suburb
Why choose SURE Building Inspections on the Central Coast
Coastal-stock expertise
From older fibro and timber homes around Woy Woy and Long Jetty to waterfront properties at Terrigal, we know how salt air, damp and the local climate show up in Central Coast housing stock.
New-build stage inspections
Building in the Warnervale and Hamlyn Terrace growth corridor? We inspect at frame, lock-up and practical completion so defects are caught before the builder closes them up.
Plain-English reports
Your Central Coast report is photographed, clearly written and focused on accessible defects, safety items and maintenance risks so you can decide what needs attention before you commit.
12 months of free advice
Call us any time within twelve months with questions about your report. We'll help you understand what needs attention now and what can wait.
Upfront pricing
Your pre-sale building inspection, priced upfront.
All prices are from-prices; the exact figure depends on your property.
Use the pricing calculator for an exact quoteWhat a pre-sale building inspection in the Central Coast region covers
Included
- All pre-sale inspection types available, structural, timber pest, combined, comprehensive
- Same scope and standards as pre-purchase inspections
- Vendor-commissioned report, you control the timing
- Thermal imaging cameras and moisture meters used as standard
- Same-day written report with photo evidence
- 12 months free advice from your inspector
Not included
- Repairs or remediation (inspection and reporting only)
- Timber pest inspection, unless you choose the Combined or Comprehensive pre-sale package
- Invasive access to concealed timbers or building elements unless engaged separately
- Site timbers and structures beyond 30m from the main building, unless the block exceeds 2,000 sqm (additional fee applies)
- Appliance, plumbing or electrical testing beyond a visual inspection
- Swimming pool and fence compliance (a separate product)
When you need this inspection
- Selling your property and want to identify and address defects before buyers commission their own inspection
- Setting a realistic asking price based on documented property condition
- Supporting a 'buyer ready' listing, provide the inspection report to buyers upfront
- Negotiation preparation, know the defects and decide which to address before listing
- Peace of mind that the sale process won't be derailed by an unexpected buyer inspection
- Choosing between structural, timber pest, combined or comprehensive scope based on the property's age and your budget
How your pre-sale building inspection runs
- Book your pre-sale inspection Select the inspection type appropriate for your property, structural, combined, or comprehensive.
- Inspector visits before your listing goes live The inspection is completed at a time that suits you, before the property is listed, at your convenience.
- Same-day report delivered A detailed report with photos is emailed the same day. You decide whether to share it with buyers or use it privately for your own preparation.
- 12 months free advice Your inspector is available for questions about findings and what to address before listing.
How it works
Book today.
Report promptly.
Get your estimate or call
Choose your inspection type, enter your address, and pick a time. Or call +61 468 044 653 and we'll handle it. We aim to confirm same business day.
Inspector visits
Your local SURE inspector arrives on time, checks every accessible area, and photographs every defect. You'll get a call if we find anything urgent.
Get your report
Full PDF delivered promptly after inspection, with same-day delivery subject to access and availability. Photos, defect descriptions, cost estimates, and recommendations. Then 12 months of report-related follow-up support during business hours.
FAQs — Pre-Sale Building Inspection in the Central Coast region
Why would I pay for an inspection before selling?
A pre-sale inspection lets you find issues on your own terms, before buyers do. You can choose to address issues, adjust your asking price, or provide the report to buyers as evidence of transparency. Either way, you go into the sale process informed rather than surprised.
Do pre-sale inspections use the same standards as pre-purchase?
Yes, the same Australian Standards apply — AS 4349.1-2007 for building and AS 4349.3-2010 for timber pest — regardless of who commissions the inspection. The scope and report quality are identical whether ordered by the vendor or the buyer.
Should I share the pre-sale inspection with buyers?
This is a common question with no single answer. Some vendors share the report upfront to build buyer confidence and speed up the process. Others use it privately. It's worth discussing with your real estate agent.
What is the most popular pre-sale inspection?
The combined structural and timber pest inspection is the most common choice — it covers the two areas buyers are most focused on, at a competitive combined price.
When will I get the report?
Same-day reports are standard — usually within 5 hours, subject to access and availability. The inspector calls you on completion to walk through the findings, and you can ask questions for 12 months afterward.
Do I need to be there?
There's no need to attend. As the vendor you control when access is arranged, and the inspector phones you when finished to explain what was found.
What issues do pre-sale inspections commonly find in Australian properties?
The most common findings are moisture and water damage, termite activity and damage, roof integrity issues, electrical compliance problems, structural movement, rising damp and salt damp, and cracking in walls and foundations. Knowing about these issues before listing gives you the chance to address them on your timeline rather than reacting to a buyer's report during negotiations.
What does a pre-sale building inspection cover?
The inspection covers eight main categories: structural elements, building exterior, roof space and covering, interior components, wet areas, electrical systems, site conditions, and outdoor structures. The scope follows the same Australian Standards as a buyer-commissioned inspection.
Can I book a pre-sale inspection on short notice?
Short-notice requests before a listing goes live aren't unusual, and we'll always try to work around your timeline. Get in touch to check availability. Once the inspection is complete, your written report is still delivered the same day.
Does the pre-sale inspection cover the pool or fence compliance?
No, pool and fence compliance is a separate product. If your property has a pool, book it alongside your pre-sale inspection.
What does a building inspection on the Central Coast include?
We check all accessible areas (roof space, subfloor, interior rooms and the exterior site) and note structural issues, moisture, and safety and maintenance items. For coastal and older homes we recommend a combined building and timber pest inspection.
Do you inspect older beach and waterfront homes?
Yes. Much of the stock around Woy Woy, Ettalong, Long Jetty and the lake edge is older fibro and timber. We assess how salt air, moisture and ground conditions have affected the building, and flag anything that needs a closer look.
Can you do staged inspections on a new Central Coast build?
Yes. Frame, lock-up and practical completion (PCI) inspections are common across the Warnervale and Hamlyn Terrace estates. We document defects at each stage so they can be rectified before handover.
When should I book a Central Coast building inspection?
As soon as you are serious about a property. For private treaty sales, review the report before the cooling-off period ends; for auctions, complete the inspection before auction day.
Anthony on site
Built to last. Inspected to be SURE.
One inspection, twelve months of advice, and the same person on the other end of the phone every time you call. That is the part you do not see on the brochure.
Same-day reports (subject to access and availability)
12 months free advice
Your inspector reads every report
9,237 inspections · 242,618 defects found · Inspector-owned franchises