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We understand your property purchase could be the largest financial commitment you make in your lifetime. Our affordable range of property inspection reports are designed to protect you from buying a property with serious defects that could turn your investment into a financial burden.
Make no mistake, the danger of buying a property in metropolitan Melbourne with serious faults is real. Over the past 31 years, the team at
Home Buyers Protection Service have prepared several thousand building inspection reports and our Managing Director Paul O'Toole suggests
that close to a third of properties inspected have a major fault of some description. He says, "It's no surprise given
Melbourne's extreme weather conditions. With over a decade of drought conditions with temperatures ranging from freezing to the
forties has caused some issues but don't forget we have also had some earthquake and tremor activity in the last few years. These factors
combined with poor workmanship from some trades people and other unqualified persons has certainly taken its toll on the condition of many
suburban properties."
The cost of rectifying these defects can be tens of thousands of dollars and they threaten to turn your dream home or investment property
into a financial disaster. Our pre-purchase inspection reports are designed to identify the property defects and provide you with peace of
mind regarding the condition of the property. They can also help you negotiate a reduced purchase price.
You have a choice of report format - written, verbal or video and every inspection is completed using our 335 point checklist. You'll find
our process is thorough and it includes a review of all buildings including structural issues, fixtures and fittings, appliances as well as
the roof, plumbing and electrical work. The reports are detailed but delivered in layman's terms so you have a clear understanding of the
findings including the major faults, minor defects and any maintenance concerns.
We can also identify the cause of the problem and as qualified and experienced building practitioners and members of the Housing Industry
Association (HIA) we can quote on the cost to remedy the faults. After more than 31 years working in and around the building industry
in Victoria we can also refer you to our list of preferred trades people and experienced technicians.
Our property inspection services include:
Fixed price reports with no hidden or additional costs (starting from just $410)
Written, verbal or video inspection reports
Inspections prepared using our comprehensive 335 point checklist
Personal service with fast turnaround and where possible, same day inspection service
Verbal summary on the day of inspection
Schedule of repairs together with cost estimates
Identification of Safety and Environmental Issues
Internal and external review including roof cavity and sub-floor
Where required, referral to a list of accredited trade specialists to complete repairs and renovations
Independent advice regarding emerging issues and projected costs
Pest Inspection Reports
Your inspection is performed by highly experienced, independent building professionals who are all accredited members of the HIA. They carry
both professional indemnity and public liability insurance and the inspection reports conform with current Australian Standards AS
4349-1-2007. To download one of our sample inspection reports click here.
We look forward to helping you make an informed buying decision To discuss our services or book an inspection simply call Paul O'Toole on
0411 325 949 or click here.
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