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I have been a building inspector for 10 years. Throughout that time, the most annoying entity to deal with in the property transaction process is not the buyer, not the vendor…

When purchasing a Building Inspections Sydney - It’s the Real Estate Agent.  I have reached the point where I literally refuse to communicate with them throughout the escrow process because I have been blamed on countless occasions for sales on houses not going through to completion, when in reality – I was just looking after my client’s wellbeing, as well as obeying by Victorian codes for Building Inspectors.

Selecting a building inspector that serves your greatest interests is absolutely necessary – you must ensure that the inspector is fully insured and qualified.  Firstly, when Selecting a building inspection always hire an inspector that is fully insured. This is one of the most important factors that needs to be determined before you hire a building consultant in Australia. You have the right to request proof of a certificate of currency when approaching any contractor.

Secondly - Is the inspector fully qualified? Due to the deregulation of the Building Consultant industry in NSW, you need to be extremely carefull in who you hire when requesting  building inspections in Sydney. Ensure that your building inspection consultant has all the correct qualifications and experience.

Last but not least - what devices do they use to detect pest infestation. At the very least a Building Inspector needs to be operating Thermal Imaging to detect pests in the house you are buying. BIS uses state of the art thermal imaging in order to detect pests and their eggs.

Our defect reports are very thorough and I ensure that every imperfection is listed, as I like to say – every imperfection tells a story – and for all those Inspectors out there – don’t listen to the Realtor – listen to the Client.

When ordering your building survey, you have many different options – you could get a straight out home inspection, a pest inspection or a combined building and pest inspection. The later of course being the most pricey, however the most comprehensive – and in my opinion – an absolute requirement when thinking about buying a house.