Pre-Sale (Pre-Auction) Inspection
Find and fix the problems before your buyers do — protect your price at listing or auction.
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A pre-sale (or pre-auction) inspection is an independent condition report on your own property, prepared before it goes to market. One of our licensed builder-inspectors assesses the building to Australian Standard AS 4349.1, documenting defects, maintenance issues and anything else a buyer's inspector is likely to flag.
Nothing derails a sale like a surprise in the buyer's inspection report. Late discoveries commonly trigger price renegotiation, extended settlement, or a collapsed contract — and at auction, uncertainty simply keeps bidders away. Knowing your property's condition first lets you repair, disclose or price accordingly, on your own terms.
This service is ideal for sellers across South-East Queensland preparing a home for private treaty or auction, and for agents who want a clean campaign. Many vendors also make the report available to interested buyers, building trust and encouraging confident offers.
What's included
- Full visual assessment of the building's structure — footings, walls, framing and roofline
- Roof exterior, gutters, downpipes and flashings, including drone imaging where access is difficult
- Roof void and subfloor areas wherever safe access exists
- Interior finishes, doors, windows, floors and ceilings
- Moisture testing of wet areas to detect leaking showers and concealed water damage
- Inspection of decks, balconies, stairs and balustrades for safety compliance
- Site elements including fencing, retaining walls and surface drainage
- A prioritised list of defects, separating cheap cosmetic fixes from significant items
- Practical repair recommendations so you can brief trades before listing
- A same-day photographic report you can share with your agent or prospective buyers
Ready to book? This inspection starts from $450.00.
Book this inspectionWhy it matters
No settlement surprises
Discover and deal with defects before buyers do, so their inspection report never becomes a renegotiation weapon.
Price with confidence
An accurate picture of the property's condition helps you and your agent set a realistic reserve or asking price.
Faster, cleaner sale
Disclosing a professional report up front builds buyer trust and reduces conditions, delays and crashed contracts.
Fix it cheaper, first
Repairs done on your schedule almost always cost less than concessions demanded by a buyer mid-negotiation.
Areas we inspect
- Brisbane
- Logan
- Gold Coast
- Ipswich
- Moreton Bay
Report turnaround
Reports are emailed the same day as the inspection, so your sales campaign is never left waiting.
Frequently asked questions
What does a pre-sale inspection cost?
Fees start from $450 for a one-bedroom unit and scale with property size, up to from $650 for a four- or five-bedroom double-storey home. That is a small outlay compared with the price reduction a buyer typically demands when their own inspector finds an undisclosed defect.
How quickly will I get the report?
The same day as the inspection. Our same-day delivery promise means you can order an inspection close to your listing date and still have the report ready for your campaign. If we ever miss sending a pest inspection report on the same day, we waive the fee.
Should I fix everything the report finds?
Not necessarily. The report separates significant defects from routine maintenance, so you can focus your budget where it protects the sale price most. Some vendors repair the major items and simply disclose the minor ones. We are happy to talk through which approach makes sense for your property.
Can I show the report to potential buyers?
Yes, and many sellers do. A recent independent report from a QBCC-licensed inspector (licence 15014911) reassures buyers, encourages unconditional offers and can shorten the campaign. Just note that buyers may still choose to commission their own inspection.
Does it include a termite check?
A pre-sale inspection can be combined with a timber pest inspection to AS 4349.3 for complete coverage — worthwhile in South-East Queensland, where termite activity is common. Ask us to quote the combined service when you book.
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