Combined Building and Pest Inspections

Complete property peace of mind in one responsive service.

Combined Building and Pest Inspections Kinglake - Kingview Building Inspections

Combine a full pre-purchase inspection with a pest inspection for a comprehensive assessment at a significantly reduced cost.

Building standards and the presence of pests are two of the biggest concerns when assessing a property for maintenance or when making purchasing decisions. Combining both inspections in one service can be one of the best ways to remove any doubt and soothe your worries when securing a property. It’s one of our most popular services because it leaves buyers feeling confident and informed about one of the biggest financial and personal decisions of their lives.

The best feature of this service is claiming both a full pre-purchase house inspection and a pest inspection for a significantly reduced price. The house inspection covers all the physical features in the home, including assessing its structural integrity aligned with other major and minor defects. 

On the other hand, pest inspections ensure that there are no pests that have damaged the materials or are living in any part of the house. This inspection identifies the current situation and that of the past, while also highlighting pest risk factors for future reference. 

The findings from both inspections will be outlined in a detailed report, passing the knowledge directly to you so you can decide to continue with a purchase or use it in your price negotiations. As time is an important factor in securing a home purchase, combining these inspections ensures that the house is fully assessed as quickly as possible and you can move forward.

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What areas do combined building and pest inspections cover?

Both the interiors and exteriors of your home are critical to have inspected as both areas can have expensive damages or defects, and are both important in preserving the value of a property.

Roof

Roofs can be prone to both internal and external issues, and they often hold timber where pests like to infiltrate. Our inspectors assess the interior cavity of the roof for insulation, framing and sarking problems as well as identifying any pest presence and highlighting areas of future pest risk. The exterior of the roof is evaluated for issues regarding tiles, gutters, downpipes, eaves, vents, and flues to identify any defects or damage.

Floor

Floors are a foundational element in houses and floor issues can create compounded problems. Our inspection will evaluate the floor for any issues regarding the framing, posts, stumps, ventilation and check for blocked vents, rising damp, surface water or dry rot. Floor foundations and cavities are inspected for pest infections while highlighting any areas of potential for future pest problems.

Living areas

The spaces you spend the most time in are an obvious part of our inspection, and they can also host a lot of features that are prone to damages or pests. Our inspection covers all of the internal rooms in your house, including the kitchen, living rooms, bathrooms, ensuites, bedrooms and hallways. Within these rooms, we hone in on the features like doors, windows, stairs, wardrobes, carpets and tiles, and storage spaces, because defects and pest features are common in these tight and dark spots.

Outside areas

Outdoor spaces vary the most from one property to another but rest assured, we cover all the outdoor features on a property to assess for defects or damage and inspect for any signs of pest inhabitants. This might include patios, pergolas, shades, exterior stairs, garages and sheds, driveways, fences and paths. Then we turn our focus toward the technical aspects like walls, doors, windows, water systems and drainage, to ensure you’re not hit with any surprises down the road.

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