Purchasing a home tends to inspire a myriad of home inspection questions so Action Property Inspections are offering free expert advice!

Send us your home inspection questions and you will have answers from an expert in building inspections in a timely manner.

Andrew Mackintosh has been answering home inspection questions in the greater Brisbane area since 1995. He has personally carried out over 20,000 building inspections and is a licensed builder and licensed building inspector, Member of Queensland Master Builders Association & Institute of Building Consultants.

Being the business owner and the inspector, Andrew is passionate about providing clients with excellent customer service, value for money, honest, unbiased, thorough inspection and reporting in a professional and timely manner to allow clients to make informed decisions when purchasing property.

Check out our Property Inspection Checklist for a comprehensive set of questions to ask prospective building inspectors to ensure you’re getting the highest quality building inspection.

 

When do I pay for the report?

August 19th, 2011
We do not request upfront payment before the building inspection is completed. Payment is however required on the day of the actual building inspection. If you are on site you may pay by eftpos, credit card, cheque or cash. If you cannot attend the inspection payment may be made by credit card over the phone when the inspector phones to convey the building inspection results to you.

How do you inspect within concealed areas?

August 18th, 2011
A professional building inspector can often detect potential faults concealed within walls etc by being observant and looking for the tell tale signs that would only be apparent to an experienced house inspector. Where visible access is not available, specialised equipment such as moisture meters and thermal image cameras can also provide additional information, however it should be realised that even this high-tech equipment has its limitations. Unfortunately even the best building inspector does not have the ability to see within walls or behind furniture, and it is always possible that some faults may only become apparent when the furniture etc has been removed. It should be noted that at no time are we allowed to physically remove furniture or conduct an invasive inspection ...
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How do you determine whether a house passes or fails a building inspection?

August 17th, 2011
The purpose of a building inspection is not to pass or fail a house, but rather to undertake a detailed building inspection where all visible components of the house are evaluated to establish whether they are in a sound condition or require repair or replacement.
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Can I be on site for the Building Inspection?

August 16th, 2011
Yes. We encourage all our clients to be on site for the entire inspection or towards the end, whichever you prefer. Attending the building inspection provides us the opportunity to physically point out the faults to you and allows you the opportunity to measure up and visually inspect the premises yourself. In the event you are unable to attend the building inspection, we will call you that evening to convey the results of the house inspection in detail.

When do I receive the report?

August 13th, 2011
The average house inspection report ranges from between 36 to 45 pages in length and is easy to understand with digital photography highlighting the most significant faults. The inspections are conducted during the day with the reports guaranteed to be completed that same evening. An email copy of the report and photos will be sent to you the same evening with the original report being posted the very next morning.
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    Purchasing a home tends to inspire a myriad of home inspection questions so Action Property Inspections are offering free expert advice!

    Send us your home inspection questions and you will have answers from an expert in building inspections in a timely manner.

    Andrew Mackintosh has been answering home inspection questions in the greater Brisbane area since 1995. He has personally carried out over 20,000 building inspections and is a licensed builder and licensed building inspector, Member of Queensland Master Builders Association & Institute of Building Consultants.

    Being the business owner and the inspector, Andrew is passionate about providing clients with excellent customer service, value for money, honest, unbiased, thorough inspection and reporting in a professional and timely manner to allow clients to make informed decisions when purchasing property.

    Check out our Property Inspection Checklist for a comprehensive set of questions to ask prospective building inspectors to ensure you’re getting the highest quality building inspection.

     
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