OUR SERVICES
Urban Living Building Inspections offers a variety of services in Perth and South West areas
PRE-PURCHASE INSPECTION
A pre-purchase building inspection is a visual appraisal of the condition of a property identifying existing defects or areas of concern, however it is not a warranty against future defects.
This inspection is carried out in accordance with the Australian Standard 4349.1
​If there are particular parts of the property that you are specifically concerned with, for example, plumbing, electrical or swimming pool etc., you may wish to also engage a specialist in the required field in addition to the pre-purchase building inspection.
PROGRESS CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION
There is a technical and legal side to building that is new to investors, especially first time home buyers.
Technical knowledge is required to make sure your home is built under acceptable construction practices that follow Australian Standards and The Building Codes of Australia.
Urban Living can conduct a series of staged inspections that coincide with the progress payments you make to your builder.
We also offer a fixed price quote for single or multiple stage inspections. You can pick and choose which stages of construction you would like us to attend.
PRE-HANDOVER INSPECTION
As an independent party we work for the purchaser to identify any outstanding defects and/or incomplete finishes.
A handover inspection and report will highlight in more detail minor defects and imperfections as well as general building defects, and poor workmanship.
This is an overall report where we are looking to ensure that the property is complete and ready for the new purchasers to move in.
DILAPIDATION REPORT
The purpose of a Dilapidation report is to essentially have a signed document recording the current state of the building and/or surrounding buildings before construction, excavation or demolition works begin.
The Dilapidation (or Condition) Report identifies any visible cracks or movement within the property and its surrounds including the driveway, paths, and fences. Photographic evidence of defects and are included within the report.
This type of report is normally requested by a construction company and or builder prior to substantial works being carried out.
A Dilapidation/Condition Report provides the contractor with an independent record of any adjoining properties condition prior to the commencement of building works.
The report may be used by the contractor as evidence if there is any dispute between any property owner claiming that the contractor’s works have resulted in damage to their property
STRUCTURAL INSPECTIONS REPORT
The purpose of a structural inspection is to provide advice to a potential purchaser or interested party on the condition of the structure of the property.
The difference between getting a structural inspection as opposed to a full pre-purchase inspection is mainly in lower costs.
Our structural inspection service involves thorough inspection of the interior and exterior of the property, including the foundations.
Additionally, where safe and applicable, inspection will be carried out on the concrete foundations, load bearing walls, roof frame and roof cover.
TERMITE & PEST INSPECTIONS
A timber pest inspection targets damage or activity of timber destroying organisms such as subterranean termites, wood boring beetles and fungal decay.
The inspection and report must comply with Australian Standard 4349.3. The inspector will report on the presence of termites, borers and decay and will also report on damage caused by these pests.
A timber pest inspection if often called a Pest Report or Pest Inspection and is a visual, non invasive inspection and includes inspection of the following areas: roof cavity, interior, exterior, outbuildings, fences, landscaping timbers, trees and stumps.
Our Pest Inspections will identify any current or past problems with timber pests and other unwanted pests such as rodents, cockroaches and other vermin.
You’ll get a detailed report that will ensure you are fully informed of any current, past or potential future issues. It will advise on required actions and likely costs involved, giving you a valuable negotiation tool if you’re considering purchasing a property.
