To book a building inspection, click here.

We require 24 hours prior to the inspection start time for any cancellations.

To notify us of your cancellation please call 1800 426 539 (toll-free) text 0484 544 256 or email inspect@hamley.com.au

Typically, we will organise and conduct your building and/or pest inspection within a few days following your initial booking.

Upon the completion of your inspection, a comprehensive report accompanied by a range of photographs will be emailed to you within 24 hours, ensuring you have all the information you require to make the best property decision.

Payment is typically processed before we attend the inspection. We accept American Express, VISA and Mastercard credit card payments as well as direct EFT payments, cash and Bitcoin.

We service all areas of metro, outer Melbourne and regional areas.

Upon receiving your booking, our team will promptly coordinate with the real estate agent to secure access to the property on your behalf.

Every property is different and we aim to provide the best value to our clients. Please complete the online form here or call 1800 426 539 (toll-free) and we’ll be in touch within 24 hours.

A building and timber pest inspection is one of the smartest decisions that you can make when purchasing a property. All too often, hidden defects in a property can lead to unforeseen expenses, escalating into tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars (we’ve seen it time and time again).

A comprehensive inspection conducted by a competent and qualified inspector provides a crucial layer of financial protection. It ensures you’re making a well-informed purchase, empowering you to avoid properties that could detrimentally impact your financial position.

When we attend the property, it becomes our workplace. We have a methodical and systemised way of undertaking our inspections, and it’s important that we’re not distracted when we do this, so we don’t miss anything. Rest assured, with a comprehensive 50+ page report and over 200+ photos, you will feel like you were walking alongside us as you read our findings.

Hamley Home Inspections bring an unparalleled level of thoroughness and detail to every building and timber pest inspection. Our dedicated team meticulously examines each facet of the property, including:

• The sub-floor:  We inspect the foundations, including footings, and scrutinise the subfloor components such as stumps, bearers, & joists for defect and signs of borers, fungal decay, or rising damp. Where a slab is in place we will walk the perimeter, checking for signs of heaving, subsidence or cracking.
• Within the home: Every internal element undergoes a rigorous check - from walls, floors, and ceilings to doors and windows. We meticulously assess for leaks in all the wet areas, using highly specialised and technical equipment, including moisture meters and thermal imaging.
• Roof cavity: Venturing into the roof cavity we evaluate the roof’s framing & insulation. Also checking further for leaks and damage.
• Roof external: Roof coverage, drainage from the roof, cement pointing, vents, flues & gutters.
• Perimeter of the building: The inspection extends to the property's exterior, examining brickwork/ cladding, windows, eaves, fascia, downpipes vents or weep holes.
• Site:  Drainage, fencing, paths, driveways, retaining walls, decking, veranda’s etc.

We will then put all the information together and you will receive a detailed report that provides you with the confidence and knowledge to make an informed decision about the property.

Yes. Even in homes built on a concrete slab, obtaining a timber pest inspection remains imperative. Homes with external brick cladding often conceal a timber framework beneath, a material highly attractive to termites. Termites need merely a 1.7mm opening — be it through a crack in the slab or around plumbing entries to infiltrate the interior. A thorough inspection is crucial for early detection and prevention.

Yes. Opting for a friend's services might seem more cost-effective at first glance, but this approach carries hidden risks. A lack of specialised knowledge about the construction complexities of your specific building, combined with the potential absence of proper equipment for conducting pre-purchase inspections together with their inability to provide a report that complies with the standards and any sale special conditions, might lead to unforeseen issues.

Furthermore, without a standardised inspection process in place, any problems discovered later on could not only compromise the integrity of your property but also strain the relationship. It's essential to weigh these considerations carefully to protect both your investment and your personal connections.

Common property defects include water leaks. This can occur from the roof, bathrooms, general plumbing failures or poor site drainage.  Poor drainage leads to footing movement and rising damp. This also causes wall cracking, internal door and window frame deflection as well as slab heave in the extreme.

Unlike Hamley inspectors, most pest and building inspectors are not registered builders. This is important when signing a contract since it often forms a condition of the agreement. We've designed our own reports so that they're easy to read, follow and understand, and have been perfecting our highly systemised and thorough inspection process for years.

What sets our inspections apart isn't the report itself, but the thoroughness of our inspection process. Our reports are meticulously designed, and we follow a rigorous system that ensures every detail is checked before moving to the next step. While most inspectors complete a standard inspection in about 45 minutes, we dedicate around two hours to each property, ensuring a comprehensive evaluation of your prospective purchase.