Building & Pest Inspection Guides

Plain-English guides to inspections, reports, and Australian standards. Reviewed by licensed inspectors, updated for 2026.

Basics

AS 4349.1 scope, what's included and what's excluded.

Understanding major vs minor defects and safety hazards.

Why you need one, what it covers, and when to order it.

Negotiating repairs, price reductions, or walking away.

AS 3660 explained, how often to inspect, and what inspectors look for.

When to inspect during construction: slab, frame, lock-up, practical completion.

Pre-construction condition reports for neighbouring properties.

What strata inspection reports cover for apartments and units.

When you need a specialist roof inspection.

Pool barrier compliance and safety certificate requirements.

Identifying asbestos in older homes and safe removal.

When you need a mould assessment and what it involves.

Understanding the Australian Standard for pre-purchase inspections.

The Australian Standard for termite management and inspection.

Why independence matters and how to verify it.