Combined Building & Pest Inspection
Structural integrity and timber pests covered in one visit, one report, one price, same-day delivery subject to access and availability.
- Same-day report (subject to access and availability)
- Upfront pricing
- 12 months free advice
What's in your combined structural & timber pest inspection
Included
- Full structural inspection per AS 4349.1-2007 Annexure A
- Roof frame, load-bearing walls, subfloor, concrete slab and footings
- Full timber pest inspection per AS 4349.3-2010
- Termites, borers, wood rot and chemical delignification
- Site inspection up to 30m from the main building
- Conducive conditions and susceptibility assessment
- Single combined PDF report with photos, same-day delivery subject to access and availability
- 12 months free advice from your inspector
Not included
- Non-structural maintenance items (see Comprehensive Inspection)
- Areas beyond 30m unless block exceeds 2,000 sqm (additional fee)
- Invasive access to concealed areas
- Appliance, plumbing or electrical testing
Our inspectors document every accessible element on site with photo evidence and severity ratings.
Real defects our inspectors have flagged
Why you might need this
- Standard pre-purchase due diligence, this is the most popular inspection for home buyers
- Solicitor or mortgage broker requires both structural and pest clearance
- Older Perth or Sydney properties where both structural movement and termite risk are elevated
- Negotiating price, a combined report provides a strong evidence base
- Investor purchasing a rental property who needs a complete picture quickly
What we find when we walk a property
Every combined structural & timber pest inspection draws on the same indexed defect corpus, patterns our inspectors have catalogued across thousands of properties.
Across Perth and Sydney. Every report indexed.
Per property our inspectors document, photograph and severity-rate.
23,030 defects classified critical: items that affect structure, safety or value.
Source: SURE defect corpus, refreshed monthly
The process
- 1
Book your combined inspection
One booking covers both scopes. We coordinate a single visit so sellers only need to provide access once.
- 2
Inspector completes both assessments
The same SURE inspector covers all structural elements per AS 4349.1 and all timber pest elements per AS 4349.3 in a single site visit.
- 3
One combined report
A single PDF report covering both the structural and pest assessments is emailed promptly, with same-day delivery subject to access and availability.
- 4
12 months free advice
Your inspector is available to answer questions on both the structural and pest findings for 12 months after the inspection, at no charge.
See exactly what you get before you book
Our combined structural & timber pest inspection report includes annotated photos, severity ratings, AS 4349 references and actionable remediation advice. Written in plain language so you can act on it the day you receive it.
- Photo evidence per finding
- Severity rated: critical, moderate, cosmetic
- Australian Standards cross-referenced
- Remediation guidance you can quote
What our combined structural & timber pest inspections commonly find
Our DefectIndex documents inspection findings across Perth and Sydney. Browse the defect categories most relevant to this type of inspection.
About a combined structural & timber pest inspection
The Combined Structural & Timber Pest Inspection is SURE’s most popular pre-purchase service, both the structural assessment (AS 4349.1-2007 Annexure A) and the timber pest inspection (AS 4349.3-2010) are completed in a single visit by the same inspector, and delivered in one combined report promptly after the inspection.
This is the inspection many solicitors, mortgage brokers, and buyers’ agents recommend as a baseline for pre-purchase due diligence. It covers the structural integrity of the building and identifies visible termite, borer, wood rot, or chemical delignification damage to accessible timbers, giving you a clearer basis for next steps.
Why this inspection matters
Combining both inspections into one visit satisfies all standard pre-purchase inspection requirements in a single step, the seller provides access once, and you receive one clear report covering both scopes.
Structural defects and timber pest damage carry significant financial risk in a pre-purchase inspection. Addressing both in one independent report gives you a strong evidence base for price negotiations or, if the findings warrant it, withdrawing from the sale before you are contractually committed.
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About combined structural & timber pest inspection
What does a Combined Inspection include?
It combines our Structural Inspection with our Timber Pest Inspection in one visit and one report. Refer to AS 4349.1-2007 Annexure A and AS 4349.3-2010.
What happens during a Combined Inspection?
The inspector assesses the roof frame, subfloor structures, external site timbers, load-bearing walls, concrete slab and footings, pergola and timbers, plus moisture testing, then delivers one report of any defects or issues.
Is a Structural and Timber Pest Inspection necessary?
A building inspection should be part of your due diligence when buying. Combining both satisfies pre-purchase requirements and covers termite and structural risk in one report.
What's the difference between a Combined and a Comprehensive inspection?
The Combined Inspection covers structural elements (AS 4349.1 Annexure A) and timber pests (AS 4349.3). The Comprehensive Inspection also adds non-structural maintenance items (AS 4349.1 Annexure C) — doors, windows, appliances, drainage, and more.
Can I attend?
Yes, with the selling agent's permission.
Do I need to attend?
No — the inspector can complete it with access and permission.
Do I have to arrange the time?
No — we arrange timing with the agent or seller and email you the confirmed time.
When do I receive the report?
Same day — usually within 5 hours of completion, subject to access.
Can you explain the report?
Yes — an inspector calls on completion, and you can ask questions any time for 12 months after the inspection.
Does the age of the house affect the inspection?
Yes — the building is compared to a similar-age, well-maintained building.
How long does it take?
Generally 1–2 hours on site. The report is issued later the same day.