Building Inspection Australia + Pest (Everything You Need to Know)

Are you planning on getting a Building Inspection? It's common to get a building AND pest inspection... ALSO... what about electrical inspection, pool inspection, bore inspection or solar plan inspection? What do these every growing list of inspections in Australia mean? I'll go through my tips, tricks and traps of the pre-purchase property inspection and cover off on what I do straight after putting a property under contract subject to a building inspection.
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Firstly you should attend the inspection and take a few key items which will help you before you settle on the house. Then working out what building inspection report type to consider (i.e. basic structural only inspection or a full defects report). Once this is confirmed, what other inspectors should you consider and when are they important. The cost of a building inspection in Australia is between $250 to $750 depending on the package. Pest Inspections usually are around $300 and electrical inspections about $350.
Then the devil is in the detail, and you need to confirm how the contract is written to determine what type of building inspection should you get. At the same time as the building and pest inspectors (as well as an electrician) are completing their reports. I'll cover off on what I do to make sure that I am an informed buyer and get the most out of the building inspections.

[@mohdshahnawaz3864]

Absolutely loved this video. As a fellow Aussie real estate investor I really appreciate your efforts mate. Thank you so much for this valuable information Andrew 🇦🇺😀

[@argent-kestrel90]

Thanks for this video. I'm a former draftsman thats been offered some work in Building Inspection and this has been very informative.

[@qho4633]

Mate your info is great. Wish you have more coverage!!!!

[@stanleyhu9063]

you can check a million things of a house and find a thousand defects here and there. But the question is, are you looking for a perfect house or 'good value' house?

[@mushy111]

You're looking to purchase something that you know almost everything about to mitigate against any costly surprises after settlement.

[@alexwang9512]

Hi Kent. It's excellent content. Thanks for the video.👍🏻 I am checking the property right now. not sure if you have any recommended inspector?

[@TradeemperorsAu]

Wonderful

[@user-kg9ck3bg9q]

I do very important miting with you

[@murat229]

Thank you very informative

[@wheres_bears1378]

what is the difference between a registered building inspector with fair trading and an unregistered one? is there a difference in the type of inspections they can do?

[@lukeburrows7144]

If you find minor problems (leaking taps) are you just adding this into the cost of renovations?

[@KentCliffe]

Depending on how the contract is written (good working order clause), you may get this repaired by the sellers at their expense.

[@husainjanrasa4324]

I want to pursue a career in building and construction civil engineering, but I'm unsure about career paths, opportunities, income, and growth. Can someone offer guidance and insights to help me make an informed decision? Many thanks

[@krislaupua4658]

I'm buying a property should I attend the inspection?

[@sharlenegray291]

It's been 2 days still no reply from sellers since buiding inspection how long do you have to fix things and is there a time limit! Lv your videos thank you

[@Rawsan]

Do you say subject to post and building inspection on the written offer first? Or on the contract?

[@KentCliffe]

Yes, subject to the buyer's satisfaction.

[@mannyhanna1]

What qualifications do you need to be a building inspector in nsw?

[@jayn1676]

Does the builder have a inspector or is the inspector a 3rd party and how much does it cost generally for an inspector

[@user-kg9ck3bg9q]

I do no any prod with you