INSPECTION PRICE LIST

 

BASIC or BASIC-PLUS Structural Assessment
(Performance Based)

A BASIC Level -1 Pre-Purchase Structural Assessment Certificate, is a short, brief and concise report and focuses exclusively on past and current performance of the main Structural Load Bearing components only.

A BASIC Level -2 Pre-Purchase Structural Assessment Certificate, includes summaries and detailed explanations with maintenance hints, based on past and current performance of the main Structural Load Bearing components only.

Digital Photos are taken for our reference and archiving only, should these be required by client, the photos can be e-mailed or for an extra charge of $35.00 +GST the photos can be printed and included in the written report. There is usually no narration under the photo narration boxes in a Basic Pre-Purchase Certificate Assessment report.

A BASIC-PLUS Pre-Purchase Structural Assessment, is more analytical, more structured in its approach , more descriptive in its summaries and maintenance advise and also focuses on past and current performance of the main Structural Load Bearing components with damp/moisture testing being automatically included. The report is presented on a structural performance matrix(TM) using an alpha numeric descriptive analysis for reporting, yet it is still an affordable report. Digital Photos are e-mailed free of charge.

A BASIC Video Pre-Purchase Structural Assessment - is a video format inspection similar to the Certificate inspections but presented on a DVD and uploaded when completed - It is sometimes better value for money, as additional items are covered during the inspection not specifically related to Structural Load Bearing components - At this stage the Video Inspection format - can only be carried out by Head Office.

PLEASE NOTE - All Basic Inspections are non intrusive & visual, covering the Performance to date, of the main load bearing components:- being the Footing/foundation, External & Internal walls and Roof/Ceiling frame work.

Single Storey (Typical 4 x 2 - maximum-1980's upwards) - age & size depenent
Double Storey (Under croft, Loft, & Split level, etc - 1980's upwards - age size dependent)
"BASIC STRUCTURAL PRE-PURCHASE" - "Certificate" or "Report"
If required - additional Damp Testing can be included
"BASIC STRUCTURAL PRE-PURCHASE" - "Certificate" or "Report"
If required - additional Damp Testing can be included

BASIC Certificate Level -1 Structural Pre-Purchase$350 + gst

BASIC Certificate Level -2 Structural Pre-Purchase$450 + gst

Basic Plus Report Structural Pre-Purchase Report $650 +gst includes photos and Damp Testing

BASIC Video Report Structural Pre-Purchase Only $580 + gst - Available through Head Office Only at this stage

from $75 to $100 +gst - depending on extent of damp

from $75 to $100 +gst - depending on extent of damp

 

 

BASIC Certificate Level -1 Structural Pre-Purchase$450 + gst

BASIC Certificate Level -2 Structural Pre-Purchase$550 + gst

Basic Plus Report Structural Pre-Purchase Report $750 +gst includes photos and Damp Testing

BASIC Video Report Structural Pre-Purchase Only $680 + gst - Available through Head Office Only at this stage

from $75 to $100 +gst - depending on extent of damp

from $75 to $100 +gst - depending on extent of damp

 

 

 

 

Flexi Choice Structural Assessment
(Performance Based)

Our "Flexi Choice" Report gives you the freedom to custom build your report by:- adding selected items of your choice or concern, to a Basic or Basic Plus Structural Assessment" report from the list of additional 7 items, below:

Example:
Choose a BASIC Structural Assessment Report "NOT Certificate" (either single or double storey), then add any of the seven (7) items below that you want covered.

Alternatively
If you do not want a Basic Structural Assessment Report, then choose all or any of the seven (7) items below that you want covered.
However, a minimum charge of $550 +gst shall always apply if you choose less than 4 items.

For each additional storey - add - $75.00 + gst, per level above single storey, to the total cost

It's as simple as that
Digital Photos are taken for our reference and archiving only should these be required by client, the photos can also be e-mailed* free of charge or for an extra charge of $35.00 +GST the photos can be printed and included in the report. There is usually no narration under the photo narration boxes in these reports.
*Client must have a proper Internet service provider.

Additional item(s)
to be inspected
Additional
Cost ($)
1. Roof Cover $130.00 + gst
2. Flashings & Valley Irons $ 95.00 + gst
3. Vent, Flue Pipes & Skylights $ 95.00 + gst
4. Gutters, Fascia, Downpipes, Barge & Eaves $120.00 + gst
5. Internal Ceilings & Cornices $120.00 + gst
6. Water Plumbing Service & Waste Pipes $160.00 + gst
7. Electrical wiring & Insulation $130.00 + gst

 

 
Deluxe Structural Assessment
(Performance Based)

The Deluxe Structural Corporate Level report, is the flagship of our high tech reports.

This report is very detailed and is in a colour coded format making it extremely easy to read and understand.

Typical cross sectional diagrams are included for a more thorough understanding of some of the various building construction and practices.

Included in this comprehensive written report are digital photos high lighting the items inspected for verification with additional narration under each picture box.

Deluxe Structural Corporate Level Comprehensive Single Storey
(Typical 4 x 2 max. - size dependent)
Double Storey
(Loft, split level etc - size dependent)
Covers:- Performance of main load bearing Components: being the, footings, internal and external walls, roof frame work, limited electrical and plumbing (waste and water service only) insulation, roof cover type, roof plumbing (gutters-downpipes-flashing-flue and vent pipes-valleys-skylights-eaves.) ceiling & cornices and insulation.
$1600 + gst min. - (could be more)
$2000 + gst min - $2800+gst ( could be more)


 
SPECIFIC REPORTS Verbal
walk though with client only
Multimedia
Digital presentation on Laptop
Written
written format & digital pictures
Specific Item Inspection (1 or 2 items maximum - issue dependant) from $350 + gst N/A from $450 + gst

Specific Structural Item:

- By registered builder
-
By consulting enginer



from $350 + gst
from $500 + gst


N/A


from $450 + gst
from $750 + gst

 

When Building Verbal
only - walk through with builders supervisor
Written
written format & digital pictures
Practical Completion Inspection (w/supervisor on site - 1 storey) From $450+gst Froim $775+gst ( estimate only)
Practical Completion Inspection (w/supervisor on site - 2 storey) From $550+gst From $875+gst (estimate only)
Progress Claim Report (New homes & renovations - per site visit - Single Storey) N/A From $450+gst - Stage of construction dependant
Progress Claim Report (New homes & renovations - per site visit - Double Storey) N/A From $550+gst
The following Reports are cost dependent on size of project
RANGES FROM
Workmanship Report (unsatisfactory workmanship under construction - dependent on size and type of construction) $210 per hr +gst min 1.5 hrs $425+gst up to $2000+gst
Building Maintenance Report (Verification of items - Single Storey - dependent on size and type of construction) $210 per hr +gst min 1.5 hrs $395+gst up to $2000+gst
Building Maintenance Report (Verification of items - Double Storey - dependent on size and type of construction) $210 per hr +gst min 2 hrs $450+gst up to $2000+gst

 
MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS
Written
Home Indemnity Insurance Report (For owner builders - on new construction & renovations prior to sale)

From $700 +gst - dependant on size and location - Ring Ron Allen 0418 935 145 - for price

General Building Consultation (including court testimony, mediation etc.) $210/hr (min 2hr) + gst
Dilapidation Survey (survey/document, existing damage on adjoining property(s) $210/hr (min 3hrs) + gst
Reinspection or Recertification (after repairs have been made) $210/hr (min 1hr) + gst

Travel out of metro area - flat fee of $15 + gst Plus $1.00/km there after + gst