Priority Building Inspections Cairns
Detailed & transparent building inspections in Cairns
Welcome
Priority Building Inspections Cairns is a locally owned business servicing Far North Queensland.
We’re dedicated to providing peace of mind and transparency when purchasing or selling your home. We’re passionate about educating our clients and enabling them with complete confidence when it comes to your property.
We offer same-day quotes and same-day reports.
Our Cairns building inspection services
At Priority Building Inspections Cairns, we elevate the standard of property inspections with our comprehensive services, designed specifically for the unique challenges of FNQ’s tropical environment.
Pre-sale building & pest inspections
Maximise your sale potential with our expert pre-sale inspections, detailing your property's condition to facilitate honest transactions.
Pre-purchase building & pest inspections
Invest with assurance after our thorough pre-purchase inspections that cover all structural and pest aspects, aiding your negotiation leverage.
New build/pre-settlement inspections
Enter your new home with confidence; our thorough inspections pinpoint any issues for resolution, assuring the highest quality before you settle in.
Maintenance schedules
Protect and enhance your property's longevity with our maintenance schedules, tailored to address both immediate and future care.
Our services are delivered with a commitment to excellence and a personal touch, ensuring you feel fully supported, confident and well-equipped to navigate the unique environment of Cairns on your property journey.
Why people choose us for building inspections in Cairns
Luke and the team are thorough and passionate advocates for property integrity. They provide detailed, image-rich reports and personal walkthroughs to ensure you fully understand your property’s condition. Our transparent approach and prompt, friendly service make your inspection experience seamless.
We pride ourselves on ensuring your property journey is informed and genuinely supported.
Report guidance
We streamline complex terms into clear language, ensuring you fully understand your report. Luke's team ensures you understand every finding with, plain-language and guidance.
Responsive service
Reach out for a free, no-obligation cost assessment, and receive your quote on the same day. Once we've conducted your inspection, we ensure you get the report on that same day too.
Negotiating power
Our inspections give you essential insights into a property. Understanding the condition of the property strengthens your negotiation and supports informed decision-making.
Inspection assurances
Our thorough inspections cover all accessible areas from roof to subfloor, ensuring a comprehensive review of your property for peace of mind in your investment.
Post-inspection support
Our service extends beyond detailed reports. We provide insights to help you understand the findings and advice to address any concerns, ensuring a clear path forward post inspection.
Servicing FNQ
We bring expert insights into Cairns' local property challenges. We understand the nuances of moisture, pest activity, and weather impact specific to the FNQ region.
Ready to ensure your property meets the highest standards? Click below to get your free, no-obligation quote today and take the first step towards peace of mind with your property investment.
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Common concerns & FAQs
We address your most pressing questions with clear, expert guidance to help you make informed decisions about your property inspections.
How long does a typical property inspection in Cairns take?
A typical property inspection in Cairns usually takes around 2 hours, but this can vary depending on the size of the property and any additional structures like sheds or granny flats. If possible, Luke aims to walk through the property with you afterwards to discuss any findings directly, ensuring you fully understand any issues we may uncover.
What should I do if the inspection report identifies problems?
If the inspection report highlights issues, We’ll guide you through understanding their severity and discuss your options. For any problems found, we can suggest skilled local tradespeople to provide repair quotes, which you can then use for negotiating the purchase price.
In the case of selling your property, addressing these issues beforehand not only smoothens the sale process but also maintains transparency with potential buyers, potentially avoiding further negotiations.
Are pests covered in a standard building inspection in Cairns?
Yes, our standard inspection reports include both building and pest assessments unless specified otherwise.
Our inspectors are trained to identify evidence of all common timber pests, including subterranean and drywood termites, borers, and fungal decay. We check for active infestations as well as any damage caused by past activity and conditions that may attract pests in the future.
As a licensed building and timber pest inspector, Luke will ensure a comprehensive evaluation covering both aspects to give you a complete overview of the property’s condition.
How quickly can I expect to receive my inspection report?
You’ll receive the inspection report on the same day as the inspection, ensuring you have the information you need promptly.
Do I need to be present during the inspection?
It’s recommended but not necessary for clients to be present during inspections.
The reports are detailed, including photos and comments on any defects. For clients, especially those interstate who haven’t seen the property, Luke will offer to use FaceTime. This helps them visualise what I’m describing, making the report easier to understand.
How much does a building and pest inspection cost in Cairns?
The cost of a building and pest inspection in Cairns varies based on several factors, such as the property’s size, whether it has a subfloor, retaining walls, additions like pools, and the number of bedrooms and bathrooms.
Pricing starts at $290 for units and $490 for houses.
Do building inspections check windows?
Yes, Luke will check every aspect of the property as If his family were to purchase it.
This means inspecting windows, doors, lights, fans, air-conditioners, ovens, cooktops, rangehoods, garage doors, gates, fences, all external walls, retaining walls, the roof, all internal surfaces and the roof space.
Not all inspectors will do this or even get on the roof and in roof spaces, which is incredibly important for living in FNQ.
Who can do building inspections in QLD?
In Queensland, a qualified building inspector must hold a current QBCC (Queensland Building and Construction Commission) license and be fully insured to conduct building inspections.
Luke is a qualified cabinet maker, carpenter and builder, and his QBCC license number is 15018514.
What is the difference between a building inspector and a building certifier?
A building certifier is engaged if any approvals are required for example patio extensions, sheds, granny flats, pools etc.
A building and timber pest inspector inspects the property for any potential defects, safety hazards, timber-destroying pests, conditions conducive to structural damage and any additional aspects of the property, such as easement drains, sewer access pits, site drainage and any potential future maintenance needed.
Will the report tell me everything that's wrong with the property?
A building certifier is engaged if any approvals are required for example patio extensions, sheds, granny flats, pools etc.
A building and timber pest inspector inspects the property for any potential defects, safety hazards, timber-destroying pests, conditions conducive to structural damage and any additional aspects of the property, such as easement drains, sewer access pits, site drainage and any potential future maintenance needed.
