BUILD 2025: Independent property inspections

Independent property inspections

When buying a home to renovate, or renovating your own existing home, an independent property inspection can help you identify any potential concerns related to the property.

WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO HAVE A PROPERTY INSPECTED BEFORE RENOVATING?

• You will receive a detailed report about the building’s condition and any potential issues.

• You can obtain expert advice regarding any concerns that are identified.

WHAT’S INVOLVED?

During the inspection, the assessor may examine the following areas:

• interior and exterior of the building

• sub-floor space

• roof space

• roof exterior

• surrounding property area

Certain aspects are not covered, including:

• areas of the property that were inaccessible or could not be inspected

• estimates for repair costs

• issues outside the inspector’s expertise

• minor defects

• termite detection (a separate pest report is needed for this information).

WHERE CAN I FIND AN INDEPENDENT PROPERTY INSPECTOR?

You can search for a property inspector by visiting www.mba.org.au, and checking the Find a Member section.

TIP: When looking for an independent property inspector, choose one who has professional indemnity insurance. This insurance protects you as the buyer by ensuring that the inspector (or their insurer) can cover any financial losses resulting from negligence in the report preparation.