Pre-Purchase Building Inspection by local inspectors
Independent report on a home's condition before you buy. Tell us what you need and compare free quotes from inspectors who cover your suburb. No account, no fee, no pressure.
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Ken Hall Plumbers
SponsoredDomestic and commercial plumbing, gas fitting and roofing across metropolitan Adelaide with 24 hour service.
Allstate Pest Control
NearbyRemoval, treatment and prevention of termites, ants, spiders, rodents and more.
Adelaide Home Repairs
NearbySmall and large handyman tasks and property maintenance across Adelaide.
Providers offering pre-purchase building inspection
6 inspectors covering your area
- BPI AdelaideVerified
First company in Adelaide to offer combined inspections; over 12,000 pre-purchase building and pest inspections completed.
Pre-purchase pest and building inspections with 27 years of experience.
- HomeMasters AdelaideVerified
Pre-purchase building and pest inspections in Adelaide, over 16 years of experience.
Comprehensive pre-purchase building and pest inspections for buyers and investors across Adelaide.
Pre-purchase building and pest inspection services, independent building inspectors.
- Home Inspect SAVerified
Independent building, pest and pool compliance inspections across Adelaide, over 20 years in the building industry.
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About pre-purchase building inspection
A pre-purchase building inspection is a visual assessment of the property against the relevant standard, reporting on structural condition, roof, walls, wet areas and safety hazards so you know what you are buying. It is one of the cheapest ways to avoid a costly surprise. Book it during the cooling-off or subject-to-inspection period.
Quick answers
How much does a building and pest inspection cost?+
A combined pre-purchase building and pest inspection commonly runs $400 to $700 depending on the size and age of the property and your location. It is a small cost against the price of a home and can reveal issues worth many times the fee. Book early so the report fits your cooling-off period.
How long does a building and pest inspection take?+
The on-site inspection of an average home usually takes one to two hours, and most inspectors deliver the written report the same day or within 24 hours. Ask about turnaround before booking if you are working to a tight contract deadline.
What does a building inspection cover?+
A pre-purchase building inspection is a visual check of accessible areas covering structural elements, roof, walls, floors, wet areas, and safety hazards, reported against the relevant standard. It does not open up walls or cover items behind finishes. The report notes major defects and areas needing further advice.
Is a pest inspection separate from a building inspection?+
Yes. A timber pest inspection specifically targets termites, borers and timber decay, which a building inspection does not fully cover. Most buyers order a combined building and pest report, which covers both in one visit and is cheaper than booking them separately.