Pre-Purchase Building Inspections
When buying a property in Australia a thorough examination can identify potential defects and issues. SURE Building Inspections helps buyers make informed decisions, negotiate better prices, and avoid costly surprises after purchase.
Every residential inspection includes same-day reports and 12 months of free advice from your inspector, giving you the peace of mind you deserve.
Real defects our inspectors have flagged
Our residential inspections
Most buyers start here: structural + timber pest in one visit.
Structural Building Inspection
AS 4349.1 structural inspection by certified inspectors. Same-day reports subject to access. 12 months free advice, from $350.
Structural Building Inspection
AS 4349.1 structural inspection by certified inspectors. Same-day reports subject to access. 12 months free advice, from $350.
Timber Pest Inspection
AS 4349.3 timber pest inspection for termites, borers and wood rot. Same-day reports subject to access and availability. 12 months free advice, from $250.
Timber Pest Inspection
AS 4349.3 timber pest inspection for termites, borers and wood rot. Same-day reports subject to access and availability. 12 months free advice, from $250.
Combined Structural & Timber Pest Inspection
Structural + timber pest inspection in one visit, one report. AS 4349.1 & AS 4349.3. Same-day reports where available. Pricing from $550.
Comprehensive Building Inspection
Structural + non-structural + timber pest in one report. AS 4349.1 Annexure C & AS 4349.3. Same-day reports where available. Pricing from $640.
High Rise Apartment Inspection
AS 4349.1 Annexure B apartment inspection for strata buildings 3+ storeys. Same-day reports where available. 12 months free advice. From $530.
Final Inspection
AS 4349.0 final inspection before settlement, polarity, appliances, A/C, taps, drains, moving damage. Same-day reports where available. From $325.
Combined Structural & Timber Pest Inspection
Structural + timber pest inspection in one visit, one report. AS 4349.1 & AS 4349.3. Same-day reports where available. Pricing from $550.
Comprehensive Building Inspection
Structural + non-structural + timber pest in one report. AS 4349.1 Annexure C & AS 4349.3. Same-day reports where available. Pricing from $640.
Final Inspection
AS 4349.0 final inspection before settlement, polarity, appliances, A/C, taps, drains, moving damage. Same-day reports where available. From $325.
High Rise Apartment Inspection
AS 4349.1 Annexure B apartment inspection for strata buildings 3+ storeys. Same-day reports where available. 12 months free advice. From $530.
Compare what each inspection covers
Side-by-side scope for the six inspection types we offer. Use it to pick the right coverage before you book. Every row is what your inspector will physically look at on the day.
| Item inspected | Timber Pest | Structural | Combined | Comprehensive | High Rise | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timber pest | ||||||
| Termite activity | ||||||
| Termite damage | ||||||
| Borer activity | ||||||
| Borer damage | ||||||
| Active wood rot | ||||||
| Wood rot damage | ||||||
| Conducive conditions | ||||||
| Timber pest recommendations | ||||||
| Structural | ||||||
| Structural roof frame | ||||||
| Structural sub-floor frame | ||||||
| Load-bearing walls | ||||||
| Load-bearing retaining walls | ||||||
| Load-bearing lintels | ||||||
| Load-bearing posts and columns | ||||||
| Concrete slab and footings | ||||||
| External non-structural | ||||||
| Pergola | ||||||
| Fences | ||||||
| Driveway | ||||||
| Paths | ||||||
| Steps | ||||||
| Decking | ||||||
| Sheds | ||||||
| Retaining walls | ||||||
| Surface drainage | ||||||
| Water tank | ||||||
| Roof cover | ||||||
| Roof vents | ||||||
| Solar fixtures | ||||||
| Gutters | ||||||
| Downpipes | ||||||
| Storm water drains | ||||||
| Granny flats | ||||||
| Garage / carport | ||||||
| Weeps and vents | ||||||
| External walls | ||||||
| Fascia | ||||||
| Barge board | ||||||
| Eaves | ||||||
| Internal non-structural | ||||||
| Balcony | ||||||
| Windows | ||||||
| Internal walls | ||||||
| Ceilings | ||||||
| Flooring | ||||||
| Doors | ||||||
| Mirrors | ||||||
| Vanities | ||||||
| Showers | ||||||
| Baths | ||||||
| Cabinets | ||||||
| Skylights | ||||||
| Insulation | ||||||
| Sarking | ||||||
| Services and fixtures | ||||||
| Hot water | ||||||
| Drains | ||||||
| Taps | ||||||
| Toilets | ||||||
| Ovens, stoves, exhaust fans | ||||||
| Lights | ||||||
| Air-conditioning | ||||||
| Other non-structural items | If applicable | |||||
| Strata-only areas | ||||||
| Strata immediate external areas | If applicable | If applicable | If applicable | |||
| Strata car bays | If applicable | If applicable | If applicable | |||
| Strata store rooms | If applicable | If applicable | If applicable | |||
| Optional add-ons | ||||||
| Polarity testing | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | |
| Miscellaneous electrical (pool pump, retic, ducted vacuum) | ||||||
Benefits of Pre-Purchase Inspections with SURE
Uncover Hidden Issues
A pre-purchase inspection with SURE Building Inspections thoroughly examines your potential property to identify hidden defects, such as structural defects, moisture damage, or termite activity. Our advanced thermal imaging and moisture detection technology enables us to find defects beneath the surface.
Save on Future Costs
By identifying issues early, our detailed inspections help you avoid unexpected repair expenses after purchase. Understanding the property's condition empowers you to negotiate better terms or budget effectively, protecting your investment in the long term.
Gain Confidence and Peace of Mind
Purchasing a property is a significant decision. Our comprehensive inspection reports provide clarity and assurance, giving you confidence in your investment. With SURE Building Inspections, you can proceed through the home buying process knowing you're fully informed.
Your inspection team
Real inspectors. Real experience.
With more than 40 years in construction across the UK, Queensland and Western Australia, Gary brings practical depth few inspectors can match. He started as a carpenter and progressed to foreman and site supervisor on residential, commercial and infrastructure projects - including work associated with Heathrow Airport and multiple UK shopping centres - and went on to own building maintenance companies servicing housing associations in the UK and local-authority contracts in Queensland.
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Kim is an experienced building inspector with a hands-on foundation in carpentry, joinery and construction, so he reads how a building was put together and how it performs over time, not just what shows on the surface. His career spans the restoration of heritage-listed buildings and centuries-old timber structures through to major public and private infrastructure and large-scale wetland projects, giving him deep knowledge of both traditional building techniques and modern construction.
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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.
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