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Pre-Purchase Building Inspections in Cobbitty

A visual inspection to AS 4349.1 before you commit to a house in Cobbitty, whether it is five years old or fifty.

  • Written to AS 4349.1
  • Major defects flagged first
  • Roof space entered where safe
  • Drone for high roofs
  • Ready before cooling off ends
  • Plain summary page
  • Inspector call after
  • Pest report can be added
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What is included

What is included in a Cobbitty pre-purchase building inspection

A pre-purchase inspection is a visual inspection of the readily accessible parts of the property carried out to AS 4349.1, reporting major defects, safety hazards and conditions likely to lead to damage.

Roof covering

  • Broken or slipped tiles
  • Valley and ridge pointing
  • Flashings at walls

Roof space

  • Insulation present
  • Framing condition
  • Signs of past leaks

Walls outside

  • Mortar and brick condition
  • Weep holes and clearances
  • Cracking measured

Interior

  • Settlement cracks
  • Sagging ceilings
  • Floor level changes

Wet areas

  • Grout and tile damage
  • Signs of water escape
  • Fixtures loose

Site and drainage

  • Fall away from walls
  • Downpipes connected
  • Retaining walls

Outbuildings

  • Garage and carport
  • Sheds within reach
  • Fences and gates

Safety

  • Trip and fall hazards
  • Balustrades and stairs
  • Glazing in risky spots

24 checkpoints across 8 areas on a standard Cobbitty pre-purchase building inspection. Anything locked, stacked with materials or unsafe to reach on the day is named in the report as not inspected, with the reason, so you know what is still open.

Sample findings

Sample defects from our pre-purchase inspections in south west Sydney

Recorded on established homes inspected for buyers.

Water sitting under an ensuite shower, seen through a gap in the tiles, found during a pre-purchase inspection in Casula
Water sitting under an ensuite shower, seen through a gap in the tiles, Casula
Roof tiles laid incorrectly, leaving the covering open to water, found during a pre-purchase inspection in Casula
Roof tiles laid incorrectly, leaving the covering open to water, Casula
No ceiling insulation installed anywhere in the roof space, found during a pre-purchase inspection in Casula
No ceiling insulation installed anywhere in the roof space, Casula
Cracked roof tiles that can let water through to the ceiling, found during a pre-purchase inspection in Casula
Cracked roof tiles that can let water through to the ceiling, Casula
Brickwork too close to the adjoining concrete for damp protection, found during a pre-purchase inspection in Casula
Brickwork too close to the adjoining concrete for damp protection, Casula
Ridge pointing eroded with gaps opening along the joints, found during a pre-purchase inspection in Horningsea Park
Ridge pointing eroded with gaps opening along the joints, Horningsea Park
Roof tile dislodged from the valley, leaving a gap, found during a pre-purchase inspection in Horningsea Park
Roof tile dislodged from the valley, leaving a gap, Horningsea Park
Settlement cracks running through walls and cornices, found during a pre-purchase inspection in Horningsea Park
Settlement cracks running through walls and cornices, Horningsea Park
Our inspectors going through a report
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  • Upstairs gets the same attention
  • Structure before cosmetics
  • Booked around your supervisor
  • A list the site can work through
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FAQ

Pre-Purchase Building Inspections in Cobbitty: common questions

Is an older Cobbitty house harder to inspect than a new one?

Not harder, just different. Older homes need more time in the roof space and around the base of the walls, where age related problems usually show first.

Can I get the report before cooling off ends?

Yes. Book as soon as your offer is accepted and we will fit the visit and the report inside the cooling off period wherever possible.

Do you check the septic system, bore or tank pump?

No. Those are outside AS 4349.1. If the property has them, have a licensed plumber or specialist check them separately.

Is a timber pest report worth adding on a Cobbitty purchase?

On most Cobbitty properties, yes, especially older homes with timber close to the ground. It can be done on the same visit as a separate AS 4349.3 report.

What does a Cobbitty pre-purchase report not cover?

Electrical, gas, plumbing operation, appliances, heating and cooling, pools, concealed framing, footings below ground, asbestos and mould testing, and areas we cannot safely reach. Timber pests are covered only if you add the pest report.

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