One of the first questions people ask us is simple: what does a building inspection cost in Hobart? It is a fair question. Buying a home is the biggest financial decision most people ever make, and you want to know what you are paying for. The honest answer is that the cost depends on the property, but it is almost always small next to the cost of the mistake it helps you avoid.
What the price depends on
No two properties are the same, so a good inspector prices the job to suit. The main things that affect the cost are:
- Size and type of property. A small unit takes less time than a large family home or a rural property with sheds and outbuildings.
- Age and condition. Older homes usually need a closer look, which takes longer.
- Access. If the roof space and sub-floor are easy to get into, the inspection runs smoothly. Tight or blocked access takes more time.
- Extras you choose. Add-ons like thermal imaging or a timber pest check add to the scope.
For a firm figure on your property, the best thing to do is call us with the address and a few details. We will give you a straight quote, no surprises.
What you get for the money
A building inspection is not just a walk-through. At Access Building Inspections, every inspection is carried out personally by the owner, a certified building inspector with more than 30 years of experience. You get a detailed building report that complies with the Australian Standard AS 4349.1-2007 and includes photographs of any defects we find, so you can see exactly what we are talking about.
We check the interior, exterior, roof space, sub-floor and property surrounds, and we use moisture metres, thermal imaging cameras and scopes to find the things you cannot see with the naked eye. Any major defects are explained to you clearly, and we can point you towards tradespeople if you need work quoted.
Why it is worth it
Set the cost of an inspection against the price of the home, and it is a very small amount. Set it against the cost of fixing a major problem you did not know about, and it is smaller still. A thorough report gives you the information to go ahead with confidence, walk away, or go back to the seller and re-negotiate on price. Plenty of our clients have saved far more than the inspection cost by knowing what they were really buying.
If you are buying in Hobart, the Huon Valley or the Channel, call Access Building Inspections on 0409 236 334 for a quote, or enquire online.
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