Building Inspection Guides
In-depth guides covering everything you need to know about building inspections in Australia. Written by licensed inspectors with decades of experience.
The Complete Guide to Pre-Purchase Building & Pest Inspections in Australia
Everything you need to know about pre-purchase building and pest inspections in Australia. What they cover, how much they cost, and why you need one before buying property.
Construction Stage Inspections: The Owner's Guide to Protecting Your New Build
A complete guide to construction stage inspections in Australia. Learn what happens at each stage, what defects to watch for, and how to protect your investment.
Building Defect Investigations: How to Identify, Document, and Resolve Construction Defects
Learn how defect investigations work, common building defects in Australian homes, and your options for getting defects fixed by builders.
Expert Witness Reports for Building Disputes: NCAT, VCAT, and Tribunal Guide
How expert witness reports support building dispute cases at NCAT, VCAT, and other tribunals. Costs, process, and what makes a strong report.
Property Insurance Claim Assessments: How to Get a Fair Outcome
How property insurance claim assessments work in Australia. Learn the process, your rights, and how an independent assessment helps you get a fair payout.
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Nathisha Paramasivam
6 months ago
We are ex-Porter Davis clients now getting our property finished with Simonds Property, and the build has been delayed and stressful. When you have no idea what you’re looking for and start to feel ga...
Savali Ng Shiu
2 months ago
I spoke with Dan and was genuinely impressed by his level of honesty and integrity, especially given that I am currently in a very vulnerable position following recent renovation works. He took the ti...
Gopal Katwal
a year ago
I recently used Owner Inspection for a pre-slab inspection, and I couldn't be more pleased with the service. Babak Nasirpour was the inspector assigned to my property, and he was thorough, professiona...
Simone Maiolo
3 months ago
I recently used Owner Inspections for a property inspection, and I was extremely impressed with their professionalism and attention to detail. The inspector arrived on time, conducted a very thorough ...
Anuradha Edirisuriya
a month ago
I had a great experience with Owner Inspections from start to finish. The team was professional, punctual, and very easy to deal with. Communication was clear throughout the process, and the inspectio...
Rsvn_ GG
11 months ago
The inspector arrived on time and conducted a very thorough evaluation. He took the time to walk us through every detail, pointing out potential problem areas and providing sound advice for future mai...