Pre-Purchase Home Inspections
Buying a property is a major investment. A pre-purchase home inspection helps you better understand the condition of the property before committing to the purchase.
Quick Answer
A pre-purchase home inspection is a visual assessment of a property arranged before a purchase is completed. It helps buyers understand the property's visible condition and identify potential defects or concerns in accessible areas before committing. Fast Home Inspections arranges pre-purchase inspections for home buyers and property investors across Australia, subject to inspector availability.
What it is
A pre-purchase inspection is a visual assessment of a property arranged before the purchase is completed. The inspection focuses on accessible areas of the property and aims to identify visible defects, damage or conditions that may warrant attention or further investigation.
Who it's for
- Home buyers comparing properties
- First home buyers wanting more information
- Property investors reviewing a potential purchase
- Buyers purchasing an established home
Why buyers arrange one
Property purchases often move quickly. An inspection gives you additional information about the property's visible condition so you can weigh up the purchase, plan for potential works or ask further questions before proceeding.
Typical inspection process
- You request the inspection and provide the property details
- We confirm the scope, requirements and availability
- The property is assessed based on the selected service
- You receive the applicable inspection findings
Common accessible areas reviewed
- Exterior and interior areas
- Roof and roof space where accessible
- Subfloor areas where accessible
- Walls, ceilings, floors, doors and windows
- Wet areas and visible drainage indicators
Limitations
Inspections are limited to what can be safely and reasonably accessed and observed at the time of the inspection. Concealed, obstructed or inaccessible areas are excluded.
Inspection scope, exclusions and accessibility limitations should always be confirmed before the inspection.
Book your pre-purchase inspection
Send the property details and we'll confirm availability and scope before you commit. Prefer to talk first? Call and we'll walk you through it.
- Australia-wide coverageSubject to inspector availability
- Residential & commercialInspections for every property type
- Five inspection typesPre-purchase through to warranty
Inspections by city
Inspections available across all Australian states and territories, subject to inspector availability.
Pre-Purchase Inspection FAQs
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Residential • Commercial • Australia Wide