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Calculate Your Melbourne Inspection Price
Select your property type, size and desired service to calculate an immediate market estimate. Fixed pricing confirmed before booking.
Estimated Melbourne Market Price
What's Included In Every Inspection:
- 100% Independent inspection by qualified inspectors
- Thermal imaging & moisture meter scan included
- Comprehensive photo-rich report within 24 hours
- Direct post-inspection phone debrief with your inspector
*Estimates reflect typical Victorian market rates. Every PrimeCheck booking is issued a guaranteed fixed-price quote with no hidden travel fees.
Understanding Inspection Costs in Victoria
The cost of a building inspection in Melbourne varies according to several key factors: property size, age, architectural complexity (e.g. subfloor access in Victorian/Edwardian homes vs slab-on-ground), and whether timber pest detection is included.
Building Only vs Building & Pest
A building inspection covers structural defects, roofing, plumbing and safety hazards. A timber pest inspection looks for subterranean termites, borers and wood rot. In Melbourne, combining both in one visit provides full peace of mind at significant savings.
The True Cost of Skipping an Inspection
Undetected foundation movement on Melbourne’s reactive basalt clays or active termite damage in subfloors often costs between $15,000 and $70,000 to remediate. An independent inspection protects your investment before contracts lock you in.
Frequently Asked Questions About Inspection Pricing
How much does a building inspection cost in Melbourne?
In Melbourne, a professional pre-purchase building inspection typically ranges from $380 for a 1–2 bedroom apartment to $580+ for a 4–5 bedroom freestanding house. Adding timber pest inspection generally adds $100–$140 and is strongly recommended due to subterranean termite risks across Victoria.
Does PrimeCheck charge extra for thermal imaging or moisture testing?
No. High-resolution thermal imaging camera scans and non-invasive moisture meter testing are included as standard in every relevant PrimeCheck building and pest inspection.
Are there hidden travel or reporting fees?
No. Every PrimeCheck booking is quoted with fixed transparent pricing before we begin, including full on-site inspection and a photo-rich digital report delivered within 24 hours.
When should I arrange the inspection during the buying process?
For auctions, inspect 3–7 days before auction day because Victorian auction sales have no cooling-off period. For private treaty sales, insert a building inspection clause or book during the statutory 3 business day cooling-off period.