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Pre-Purchase Building Inspections on the Gold Coast

Buying property on the Gold Coast is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll make. A pre-purchase building inspection is what stands between you and a costly mistake.

A pre-purchase building inspection is a thorough visual assessment of a property’s condition, carried out before you finalise your purchase. Our inspector identifies structural defects, safety hazards, maintenance issues, and any work that falls below the standard required by Australian building codes.

The report gives you a clear picture of the property’s current condition, so you can negotiate on price, request repairs before settlement, or exit the contract if major defects are found.

Book early. If you’ve already made an offer, make sure your contract includes a building inspection clause that allows you to exit or renegotiate if the report identifies major issues.

We’re Building Gold Coast Homes Right Now

QBCC Lic: 721174 — Active Licensed Builder

Most inspection companies use retired tradespeople or subcontractors. We are a currently licensed construction company that builds new homes on the Gold Coast. When we inspect your property, you get the trained eye of someone who builds from the ground up, not someone who has only read the manual. That’s the difference. And it’s why our reports catch what others miss.

Australia AS

4349.1-2007 Exceeded

24 h

Written Report Delivery

  • Unit/ Apartments
  • $300
  • approximately 100sq meters, 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
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  • Houses/Duplex
  • $400
  • up to 3 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
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  • Houses/Duplex
  • $500
  • up to 4 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
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Pre-Purchase Building and Pest Inspections Gold Coast

Termite damage is one of the most financially destructive issues a Gold Coast property buyer can face. Termite activity is widespread across Southeast Queensland, and it can be invisible to the untrained eye until serious structural damage has already occurred.

We work alongside two of South East Queensland’s most experienced pest inspection companies to coordinate your building and pest inspection in a single visit.

  • Active termite infestations
  • Past termite damage and structural impact
  • Conditions that attract termites — moisture, wood-to-ground contact, dead timber
  • Other pest activity including borers and wood decay fungi
Book a Combined Inspection

Gold Coast Termite Risk

South East Queensland has some of the highest termite pressure in Australia. Buying a property without a pest inspection is a significant financial risk; termite damage can cost tens of thousands of dollars to rectify and is not covered by home insurance.

Our pest partners have been servicing the Gold Coast and surrounding SEQ for over 20 years, using the latest detection technology as standard.

Thermal Imaging

Moisture Meters

20+ Years SEQ Experience

What’s included in the building inspection?

  • External of Building
    • Walls
    • External finishes
    • Timber or steel frames and structures
    • External cladding
    • Window flashings visible, mouldings and sills
    • Stairs
    • Balconies, verandahs, patios & decks
    • Suspended-concrete floors
    • Pergolas
  • Site
    • Car accommodation
    • Detached Laundry
    • Ablution facilities
    • Garden sheds
    • Small retaining walls (non- structural)
    • Driveways
    • Paths
    • Steps
    • Fencing
    • Surface water drainage
  • Interior of Building
    • Ceilings
    • Cornice
    • Walls
    • Floors
    • Windows
    • Doors and frames
    • Kitchen
    • Benchtop
    • Sink/taps
    • Laundry
    • Floor
    • Taps
    • Tubs/cabinet
    • Bathroom
    • Cistern and pan
    • Bidet
    • Bathtub
    • Shower
    • Vanity
    • Washbasin
    • Ventilation
    • Smoke Detectors
  • Roof Exterior
    • Roof
    • Skylights, vents and flues
    • Valleys
    • Guttering
    • Downpipes
    • Eaves
  • Roof Space
    • Roof framing
    • Roof covering
    • Insulation
    • Sarking
    • Party walls
  • Sub-floor space
    • Bearers or joists
    • Timber framing
    • Piers/stumps
    • Dampness and damp damage
    • Drainage
    • Ventilation
    • Cracked or leaking pipes
    • Debris

Our Inspection Process

Step 1: Book Your Inspection

Call 0414 383 489, fill in our enquiry form, or email us. We’ll confirm availability and provide a fixed price within the hour.

Step 2: We Arrange Access

We coordinate access directly with the real estate agent. You don’t need to chase it up — we handle it.

Step 3: On-Site Inspection

Our licensed builder-inspector carries out a thorough inspection. You are welcome to attend — we encourage it.

Step 4: Verbal Walkthrough

After the inspection, we walk you through the key findings on site and provide cost estimates so you can negotiate informed.

Step 5: Written Report in 24 Hours

A detailed, photo-documented report is emailed to you within 24 hours. We’re available over the phone to discuss any finding.

Step 6: We Can Complete Repairs

If you proceed with the purchase, we can quote and complete rectification work ourselves — no need to manage multiple trades.

Why Choose Gold Coast Building Inspector

  • Exceeds Australian Standards

    Every inspection exceeds AS 4349.1-2007. Reports are photo-documented and written in plain English, no confusing technical jargon.

  • Active Licensed Builders

    We currently build homes on the Gold Coast. Our inspectors understand construction from the ground up.

  • Building + Pest in One Visit

    We coordinate your building inspection and pest inspection together through our trusted SEQ pest partners. One booking, complete picture.

  • On-Site Verbal Walkthrough

    Your inspector meets you on site after the inspection to walk through the key findings in person, with cost estimates on the spot.

  • Reports Within 24 Hours

    Tight settlement deadlines are the norm on the Gold Coast. Your written, photo-documented report is emailed within 24 hours.

  • We Can Complete Repairs

    Found defects? We provide written quotes and can complete the rectification work ourselves. No need to juggle multiple trades.

What Our Clients Say?

“Mark was extremely knowledgeable, professional and helpful with the inspection. He fit into our schedules and it was a quick turnaround, and I had a comprehensive report quickly. I would definitely recommend him.”
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“Highly recommend Mark Woods, helped us in really short notice to conduct a building and pest inspection. He was available & helpful, to explain the points raised on the report.”
“Mark was great to deal with – He organised B&P with real estate and provided a thorough report the day after. The money spent was well worth it and we will be using his services again. Thanks, Mark!”
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“Mark gave us top tier service and completed a thorough inspection in record time. He was easy to get hold of and chat through the his report to help understand the issue. Will definitely be using him for future purchases.”
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Frequently Asked Questions

Our pre-purchase building inspections on the Gold Coast start at $300 for a one-bedroom unit and $400–$500 for a house depending on the number of bedrooms and bathrooms. Contact us for a fixed quote on your specific property — all prices are confirmed upfront with no hidden costs.

Yes — particularly on the Gold Coast where termite pressure is high. A combined pre-purchase building and pest inspection gives you a complete view of the property’s structural condition and pest risk in a single visit. We coordinate both inspections simultaneously through our trusted pest inspection partners.
Most inspections take between one and two hours depending on the size and complexity of the property. Larger properties with subfloor access, extensive outbuildings, or significant defects will take longer. We’ll give you a time estimate when you book.
Absolutely — we encourage it. After the inspection, your inspector will walk you through the property in person and explain the key findings. This gives you the opportunity to ask questions and understand the scope of any issues before you commit to the purchase.
All written reports are delivered to you by email within 24 hours of the inspection being completed. We understand that settlement timelines on the Gold Coast can be tight, so fast turnaround is standard — not a premium option.
Your inspector will walk you through the findings on site and provide cost estimates. This gives you the information you need to renegotiate the purchase price, request that repairs be completed before settlement, or exit the contract if your agreement includes a building inspection clause. We can also quote and complete rectification work ourselves.
All our inspections exceed Australian Standard AS 4349.1-2007, the standard for pre-purchase property inspections. Every report is completed by a currently licensed, registered builder — not a retired tradesperson or third-party subcontractor.
We service the entire Gold Coast and surrounding areas — from Coolangatta in the south through to the northern suburbs and hinterland. Contact us to confirm coverage for your specific property location.
We service the entire Gold Coast and surrounding areas — from Coolangatta in the south through to the northern suburbs and hinterland. Contact us to confirm coverage for your specific property location.

Ready to book your pre-purchase building inspection?

Fixed prices. Reports within 24 hours. Active licensed builders on the Gold Coast.

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