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More information about our Melbourne building and pest inspection service
With the rising cost of housing, our clients deserve the reassurance that they’re getting their money’s worth when buying a new home. Sidepost’s building and pest inspectors help with this process, ensuring your safety and investment.
We understand that buying a property is a huge financial responsibility, which is why our building and pest inspection service is so important. Our inspectors cover all the bases during their property assessment – from the roof and subfloors to electrical wiring and plumbing. In addition, we also check for pest infestations to give you that extra peace of mind.
Quick turnarounds for your pre purchase building report
On top of fully detailed and comprehensive reports, our clients will also receive their reports ASAP. These reports will include:
- Details on the property’s condition
- Photographs of the exterior and interior
- Assessments on which areas need handling
- Recommendations by the inspectors.
Overall, you’ll be able to make an informed decision on whether to buy the property with full transparency.
Trusted Melbourne building inspectors
At Sidepost, we prioritise efficient, thorough, and quality service for our clients. Our Melbourne building inspectors are fully equipped to conduct the inspection, using thermal imaging cameras, moisture metres, power point testers and more to quickly identify problems. This way, we won’t miss a single detail on your potential new home.
Get in touch with us today to find out more about how our building and pest inspection services in Melbourne can help you.
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Latest Building and Pest Inspections bookings from our clients
2 bedroom house
Hello! I’m looking to buy my first house and need a pre-purchase building and pest inspection. I’m not a housing expert, so if you could keep the report simple, that would be highly appreciated.
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3 bedroom house
Please send someone to conduct a pre-purchase building and pest inspection for a 3 bedroom house. It looks perfect but I just wanna make sure before we lock in any offers with the seller. Thank you.
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1 bedroom unit
I’m looking to buy this 1 bedroom unit and I was wondering if you can help me with the pre-purchase inspections. The owner didn’t say anything but I suspect there may be mould and a cockroach infestation in the unit.
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Need a different report? Below are all of our inspection reports we offer to our clients
Why book a Melbourne building and pest inspection with Sidepost?

Sidepost prides itself with quality service and quick report turnaround times delivered to our clients. We also continue to ensure our inspectors are following the latest industry guidelines and using the most up-to-date equipment. This is done via our in-house training program which all our inspectors must go throughout the year.
As a company, we are also fully insured with professional indemnity and public liability insurance. This protects our clients in the event that any damage occurs to their property as a result of our inspection.

Read what our customers have to say about our work
Friendly and helpful inspectors
Thank you for the great job you did on our building and pest inspection. We were really happy with the report and the way you explained everything to us. We will definitely use your services again in the future!
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James and Sarah
Melbourne
Easy to read reports
Thank you for the brilliant and efficient job you did on our building and pest inspection. We were really happy with the report’s layout and easy explanation. 5 out of 5 service.
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Fredrick
Canberra
Great overall service
I was really happy with the service I received from Sidepost. The inspector was on time, professional and did excellent work. They were thorough in their analysis and assessment so it made my life when deciding to purchase.
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Richard
Adelaide
Very accomodating
Thank you for conducting our building and pest inspection on short-notice. The report was very comprehensive and quick to read. The inspector even explained their process, which is useful when looking for problems in my own properties.
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Sarah
Perth
I received my report the same day
Quick turnaround time for the report from our building inspector. I had no idea the property i was about to purchase termites in the walls! Without Sidepost I wouldn’t have had a clue.
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John
Sydney
Sidepost Building and Pest Inspections Melbourne Office Details and Coverage Area
Phone: 1300 723 603
Email: [email protected]
Working Hours:
Mon.- Fri. | 09:00am - 08:00pm |
Sat. | 09:00am - 08:00pm |
Sun. | 09:00am - 08:00pm |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is a building and pest inspection?
A: A building and pest inspection assesses a property to check for structural damage and infestation signs. A licensed inspector usually performs one before a property is purchased. If no defects are detected, the property should be clear to proceed with the sale without further delay.
Q: How long does a building and pest inspection report take?
A: Most building and pest inspections take 90 minutes to 2 hours to complete. The length of time it takes for our building and pest inspector to assess the property will depend on its size and condition. Buildings with more accessible areas, or those in need of several repairs, will take longer to inspect.
Q: Can I be there for the inspection?
A: Yes, clients are more than welcome to be present during their building inspections and pest inspections. However, we ask that you refrain from requesting the inspector any questions during the inspection, as this can interfere with their work. If you have any questions, please ask them after the review has been completed.
Q: What equipment do your inspectors use?
A: All of Sidepost's inspectors are fully equipped with the latest inspection technology, including thermal imaging cameras, moisture meters, and more. They'll also carry ladders, torches, and other necessary equipment to conduct a thorough property inspection.
Q: Are your inspectors licensed?
A: Yes, all of our inspectors under the Sidepost company are licensed and qualified to carry out building and pest inspections. They're also highly experienced, having worked in the construction industry for at least 5 years.
Q: Can I reschedule a pest inspection booking online?
A: Absolutely! If you need to reschedule your inspection, you can log into your Sidepost account and do so from there. You can also cancel your inspection, but we advise you to do so at least 24 hours in advance to avoid being charged.
Q: What does a building and pest inspection cover?
A: All building inspectors will cover the structural integrity of the property, as well as any potential issues with its plumbing, electrical, flooring, and roofing. A pest inspection will check for signs of infestation by common.