Condition, in context.
A pre-purchase building inspection checks accessible areas for visible defects, safety concerns and maintenance issues.
BUILDING & PEST INSPECTIONS
A closer look.
A more informed move.
You can picture life there. Now, take a little time to understand the property behind the possibility.
A building and timber pest inspection can help you identify visible issues and ask better questions before you commit. Explore inspections with InspectMate, a Victorian provider servicing Melbourne and regional Victoria.
Request an InspectMate quote When should I arrange an inspection?You’ll enquire directly with InspectMate. Confirm coverage, price and availability for your property.
Know more aboutthe home you’re considering.
LOOK BEYOND THE FIRST IMPRESSION
Understand what you’re booking.
A separate, useful check.
A timber pest inspection looks for evidence of pests such as termites, related damage and conditions that may increase risk. Confirm it is included in your quote.
Something to talk through.
InspectMate provides photo-backed reports and follow-up support. Ask about findings, inaccessible areas and any further checks recommended.
A LITTLE PLANNING HELPS
The right check.
At the right time.
Arrange inspections early enough to understand the report and get advice before making a commitment.
See the wider home-buying journeyBefore you commit
Buying at auction? Arrange reports beforehand. For a private sale, ask your conveyancer or solicitor about suitable inspection conditions before signing. Don’t assume you can add them later.
Before you book
Share the address and your deadline. Confirm the scope, total fee, inspector’s qualifications and insurance, property access and report delivery time directly with InspectMate.
Once you have the report
Ask the inspector to explain the findings. Discuss any contract implications with your conveyancer or solicitor, and seek specialist checks or repair quotes where needed.
A FEW USEFUL ANSWERS
Know what to expect.
Does an inspection cover everything?
No. Inspections are generally visual and limited to safely accessible areas at the time. Concealed defects can be missed. A report is not a guarantee that a property is defect-free or pest-free, and does not replace specialist assessments or a compliance certificate. Read the agreed scope and exclusions before booking.
Is this the same as a final inspection before settlement?
No. A final walkthrough checks the property’s condition and agreed inclusions close to settlement. It serves a different purpose from a professional building and pest inspection earlier in the buying process. Your conveyancer or solicitor can explain your contract rights.
Do I have to use InspectMate?
No. You are free to choose your own inspector. InspectMate is a separate business responsible for its inspection services, fees and reports. FRF helps with your finance; an inspection does not replace a lender’s assessment or property valuation.
HAVE A PROPERTY IN MIND?
Start with the address.
And the questions on your mind.
Contact InspectMate to discuss the inspection you need and the timing that works for your purchase.
Request a quote 0468 015 475info@inspectmate.com.au
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Service information & helpful reading
General information for Victorian property buyers. Check the current service terms and seek advice for your property and contract.
- InspectMate — services, coverage and contact details
- Consumer Affairs Victoria — inspect before you buy
- Consumer Affairs Victoria — buying-property checklist
- Consumer Affairs Victoria — before settlement
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