The Building and Pest Inspection Process

The Building & Pest Inspection process is very simple. Most commonly Building & Pest Inspections are carried out because you are either, preparing to sell your property or you have a contract on a property that is subject to the Building & Pest Inspection. Whichever your situation, there is often a lot going on for you during this time. We like to help take the pressure off where we can.

Below is a quick guide to our process

1. Find Your Inspector

There are several factors to consider when you are selecting a Building and Pest Inspector. Most importantly, you should ensure that the Inspector is Licensed and Insured.

At OneHome, our Inspector, Tom is fully licensed and Insured. He has over 16 years’ experience in the industry and is very personable.  

2. Book Your Inspection

Our friendly team in the office will liaise with the agent to organise a suitable inspection time. They will then send through a confirmation email with all the relevant information for your reference. 

3. The Inspection

All our Inspections are carried out to the Australian Standard and include the use of the latest Thermal Imaging Technology. A typical Building & Pest Inspection will take approximately 90 minutes. We do encourage you to attend the Inspection. Once Tom has finished the inspection, he will be able to talk you through any findings or answer any questions.

4. Same-Day Reporting

Following your Inspection, Tom will have your Building & Pest Inspection Report through to you via email on the same day as the inspection. Once you have received your report, feel free to call Tom with any questions regarding the findings and/or recommendations. 

If you would like to book your stress-free Building & Pest Inspection, please call our team on 07 3369 5231.

Understanding the Building & Pest Inspection

When buying a property it is always a good idea to invest in a Building and Pest Inspection. This will provide you with all the information you need to be able to make an informed decision as to current or potential issues with the home.

Building and Pest Inspections are in fact two separate reports. At OneHome, our Inspector carries out both inspections simultaneously, meaning you only have to organise one inspection to obtain all the information you require.

All Building Inspections are carried out in accordance with The Australia Standards under AS4349.1-2007. The purpose of the inspection is to identify major defects, the incidence of minor defects and safety hazards associated with the property at the time of the inspection. The Pest Inspections are conducted in accordance with The Australian Standards under AS4349.3-2010 Inspection of Buildings Part 3: Timber Pest Inspections.  The purpose of the Pest Inspections are to provide advice about the condition of the property concerning timber pest activity.

But what does this mean?

Building Inspections are a visual inspection of the property to identify any issues or hazards regarding the property. The report highlights any major defects, includes photographs of these defects and provides advice on improvements required to bring the house up to the Australian Standard. Both the inspection and report compare the inspected building with a building constructed to the generally accepted practice at the time and one which has been maintained so that there has been no significant loss of strength and permanence.

Timber Pest Inspections identify the discovery, or non discovery, of infestation and/or damage caused by termites (white ants), borers and wood decay fungi (rot). Finally, our Inspector will provide an opinion on the degree of risk of possible termite infestation and a recommendation for future management.

To book your Building and Pest Inspection, please call us on 3369 5231.