High Rise Apartment Inspection
Purpose-built inspection for strata apartments, internal areas, balcony, entry and car bay assessed to AS 4349.1 Annexure B.
- Same-day report (subject to access and availability)
- Upfront pricing
- 12 months free advice
What's in your high rise apartment inspection
Included
- Internal apartment areas, walls, ceilings, floors, wet areas
- Doors and windows
- Plumbing, drains, taps and toilets
- Cabinets, vanities and mirrors
- Shower screens and baths
- Fixed Kitchen Appliances
- Balcony and immediate external areas
- Entry door and door frame areas
- Car bay and storage areas where inspector can gain access
- Inspection per AS 4349.1-2007 Annexure B
- Termite advice summary for communication with strata
- Same-day written report with photo evidence
- 12 months free advice from your inspector
Not included
- Strata common areas, building exterior, rooftop, lift shafts, car parks (strata managed)
- Structural defects (access to structural elements is typically not available in high-rise apartments)
- Timber pest inspection (termite summary advice is included but not a full AS 4349.3 inspection)
- Other privately owned lots within the complex
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
- Buying an apartment in a strata building of 3 storeys or higher in Perth or Sydney
- Checking the condition of internal finishes, wet areas, and services before settlement
- Due diligence where a standard building inspection is not appropriate for a high-rise
- Investor purchasing an apartment who needs documented condition before settlement
- First home buyer purchasing an off-the-plan apartment approaching settlement
What we find when we walk a property
Every high rise apartment 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 apartment inspection
Provide the apartment address, floor, and bedroom count. We coordinate access with the selling agent.
- 2
Inspector examines all accessible internal areas
Your SURE inspector covers all internal areas of the apartment, the balcony, entry, and any car bay or storage accessible on the day, per AS 4349.1 Annexure B.
- 3
Same-day report delivered
A detailed PDF report with photos of findings is emailed the same day. Termite advice specific to strata is included for your communication with the body corporate.
- 4
12 months free advice
Your inspector is available for 12 months to answer questions about report findings or any concerns that emerge after settlement.
See exactly what you get before you book
Our high rise apartment 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
Common defects we find on high rise apartment inspections
Patterns indexed across the Perth and Sydney corpus. These are the types of findings you might see in your own report.
About a high rise apartment inspection
The High Rise Apartment Inspection is designed specifically for apartments in strata-managed buildings of 3 storeys or higher, completed in accordance with AS 4349.1-2007 Annexure B.
Annexure B restricts the inspection to the apartment’s internal areas and immediate external areas, including the balcony, entry door, and car bay where accessible. This is the appropriate standard for high-rise apartments where common areas are managed by the body corporate, not the individual lot owner.
A summary of termite advice for communication with strata management is included in every report.
Why this inspection matters
Buying an apartment doesn’t mean everything is in order. Internal defects, plumbing faults, wall damage, wet area failures, non-functional appliances, are not visible from a real estate inspection and can add up to significant costs after settlement.
In a strata building, the structure, the frame, roof, and common areas are owned and managed by the body corporate, not the individual lot owner. Annexure B scopes the inspection accordingly: what you are buying is the internal lot, and that is what the report covers.
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About high rise apartment inspection
What happens during a High Rise Apartment Inspection?
The inspector assesses each area in the inspection criteria (refer AS 4349.1-2007 Annexure B) and delivers a final report of defects, issues and recommendations.
What about the common areas?
For a thorough inspection of all common areas, contact Strata — we need Strata's permission before inspecting any common areas. The apartment inspection itself covers your internal lot and immediate external areas.
Can I attend?
Yes, with the selling agent's permission.
Will the inspector check for structural defects?
Due to the restricted nature of high-rise inspections, access to structural elements is typically not available. The report notes where access was not possible, and Strata records (a separate service) identify known structural defects in common areas.
Do you check electrical and gas?
Fixed Kitchen Appliances are checked for serviceability. Polarity testing is available for an extra fee. Gas is specialised and not tested, though the gas hot water is checked for serviceability.
Is smoke alarm testing included?
No — this must be completed by a qualified electrician. We document how many smoke alarms are fitted.
Are plumbing pipes inspected?
Yes — visual defects are reported and taps and drains are tested. We recommend a licensed plumber where needed.
Is the seller obligated to fix maintenance and non-structural items?
Generally not for minor items, though major defects may be their responsibility. Check your contract and consult your settlement agent.
When do I receive the report?
Same day — usually within 5 hours of completion, subject to access.
Can you explain the report?
Yes — we call on completion to discuss the observations, and you can ask questions any time for 12 months after the inspection.
Should I also get a Strata Records Inspection?
Yes — we strongly recommend pairing the Apartment Inspection with a Strata Records Inspection. The records reveal levies, planned maintenance, known defects, insurance, and litigation history for the whole complex.
How long does it take?
Generally 1–2 hours on site. The report is issued later the same day.