- AS4349.1-2007
- 20+ Years' Experience
- Fully Insured
- Award-Winning 2025 & 2026
Melbourne Building Inspections That Catch What Others Miss
A fresh coat of paint can hide thousands of dollars in problems. Before you buy or take the keys, get a qualified, fully insured inspector on your side. We inspect, often same-day, and your detailed report is guaranteed within 4 hours.
- Inspections starting from $315
- Same-day inspections, reports guaranteed within 4 hours
- Free thermal imaging on every inspection
- Licensed builders, fully insured, 20+ years' experience
- Plain-English reports with clear photos, not jargon
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• Afterpay available
• Compliant with AS4349.1-2007
- Get your free quote
Fast quote. No obligation. Reports guaranteed in 4 hours.
Found a cheaper written quote? We’ll match it — and you still get free thermal imaging and your report in 4 hours.
The reality
The cheapest inspection can become the most expensive mistake.
Buying a home in Melbourne is likely the biggest purchase you will ever make. The issues that cost the most — movement in the slab, water getting in behind walls, dodgy wiring, active termites — are rarely the ones you can see on a walkthrough.
A rushed or surface-level inspection misses them. A thorough one gives you the facts you need to negotiate, walk away, or buy with confidence.
That is the only job we have: tell you exactly what you are buying, before you commit.
Why Authority
Why Melbourne buyers choose us
20+ Years of Experience
Two decades inspecting Melbourne homes means we know local building styles, common defects, and exactly where problems hide.
4-Hour Reports, Guaranteed
Most inspectors take 24–48 hours. We guarantee your full report within 4 hours, plus a phone walkthrough with your inspector.
Free Thermal Imaging
Thermal cameras reveal moisture, leaks and missing insulation behind walls. Included free on every inspection. Drone available.
Licensed Builders, Fully Insured
Every inspection by a licensed builder, not just Cert IV. Fully insured and compliant with AS4349.1-2007.
Plain-English Reports
Clear, photo-backed reports written so you can actually understand them. We’ll walk you through findings over the phone.
Award-Winning Service
Recognised in 2025 and 2026. Members of Master Inspectors Association, Master Builders, and VHIA.
Why Authority
Found a cheaper quote? We'll match it.
If you have a genuine written quote from another qualified inspection company for a comparable inspection, send it our way. You get the lower price — and still get everything that comes standard with Authority: a licensed, fully insured inspector, free thermal imaging, and your full report guaranteed in 4 hours.
Better inspection. Same cost.
How to claim it
1
Get a written quote
From another qualified inspection company for the same type of inspection.
2
Send it our way
Include your property address and preferred date.
3
We lock in the booking
Include your property address and preferred date.
What's included
Every inspection, top to bottom
Carried out to Australian Standard AS4349.1-2007. Covers the full property, inside and out.
- Full visual inspection of the property, inside and out
- Subfloor and under-floor areas
- Visual check of plumbing and drainage
- Moisture readings in wet areas and problem spots
- Drone roof inspection where access is limited
- Roof exterior and roof space (per AS4349.1-2007)
- Walls, floors, ceilings, windows and doors
- Visual electrical safety check
- Free thermal imaging to detect hidden leaks
- Detailed digital report with photos, within 4 hours
Our services
Inspections for every stage
Pre-Purchase Building Inspection
Know the true condition before you sign. Negotiate with confidence or walk away with clarity.
Building & Pest Inspection
Full building inspection plus timber pest check, including termites, in a single visit.
Construction Stage Inspections
Catch defects at every key stage of a new build, before they get covered up.
Practical Completion Inspection
Before final payment, we confirm the work is complete and built to standard.
Dilapidation Reports
Document the property’s condition before nearby works begin. Protection against disputes.
How it works
Simple, fast, built around your deadline
01
Get your free quote
Call us or fill in the form. Tell us the property and when you need it done.
02
We inspect — often same-day
We arrange access with the agent. A licensed builder carries out a full AS4349.1-2007 inspection.
03
Report in 4 hours, guaranteed
Your detailed, photo-backed report arrives within 4 hours, with a phone walkthrough if you want one.
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Trusted by Melbourne home buyers
Ready when you are
Get the facts before you commit.
Same-day inspections. Reports in 4 hours, guaranteed. Free thermal imaging. Price match. Find out exactly what you are buying.
Fast quote. No obligation. Afterpay available.
- Get your free quote
Fast quote. No obligation. Reports guaranteed in 4 hours.
FAQ
Questions, answered
How much does a building inspection cost?
Pricing depends on the property size, type and location. Get a fast, no-obligation quote by calling 1800 75 25 85 or filling in the form. If you have a cheaper written quote from an equally qualified inspector, we will match it.
How does the price match work?
Send us a current written quote from another qualified, insured inspection company for a comparable inspection. We match the price — and you still get free thermal imaging and your report guaranteed within 4 hours.
How quickly will I get my report?
Guaranteed within 4 hours of your inspection. Most other inspectors take 24 to 48 hours.
Do you do building and pest inspections together?
Yes. We combine a full building inspection with a timber pest inspection — including termites — in a single visit.
Are your inspectors qualified and insured?
Yes. Every inspection is carried out by a licensed builder, fully insured, and complies with Australian Standard AS4349.1-2007.
What areas do you cover?
Across Melbourne and Victoria. Tell us your suburb and we’ll confirm availability.
Can I pay with Afterpay?
Yes. Afterpay, credit card, or direct deposit all available.
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