Building Inspections Melbourne
Our home base: inspections across greater Melbourne
Independent Property Inspections in Melbourne
PrimeCheck is based in Melbourne and inspects homes, new builds and commercial properties across the metropolitan area, from inner-city terraces and apartments to new estates in the growth corridors including demand areas such as Rowville, Dandenong and Glen Waverley.
Whether you’re buying at auction, building with a volume builder or selling an owner-built home, our inspectors give you clear, independent reports you can act on.
Our Services in Melbourne
Building & Pest Inspections
Get a complete overview of the property’s condition including termite activity, structural defects and safety hazards.
Pre-Purchase Inspections
Make informed decisions before buying. Our inspectors uncover hidden issues so you can negotiate with confidence.
Commercial Property Inspections
Thorough inspections for warehouses, offices and industrial buildings, ensuring compliance and safety.
Construction Stage Inspections
Independent assessments at every critical stage of your build: slab, frame, lock-up and pre-handover.
Final Completion / Handover Inspections
Before moving in, ensure your new home meets all quality, safety and contract standards.
S137B Reports (Owner-Builder Reports)
Owner-builders in Victoria are legally required to provide a Section 137B Defects Report when selling their property.
Dilapidation Reports
Before construction or excavation begins near your property, a Dilapidation Report documents the existing condition of nearby structures, driveways, fences, walls and surrounding areas..
VCAT Reports / Expert Witness Services
For property disputes, building defects or legal matters, we prepare detailed independent reports that outline defect causes, severity and recommended rectification — suitable to discuss with your solicitor or for tribunal matters..
What We Look For in Melbourne Homes
Reactive clay soils
Much of Melbourne’s west and north sits on reactive basalt clays that swell and shrink with moisture, which can cause cracking, sticking doors and uneven floors. Laser levelling helps us measure movement accurately.
Period homes
Victorian and Edwardian homes can hide rising damp, deteriorated stumps, old roof plumbing and past renovations of varying quality.
New-estate construction
Rapid growth in areas like Werribee, Tarneit, Craigieburn, Clyde and Officer means lots of new builds. Independent stage and handover inspections catch defects before they’re covered up.
Buying in Melbourne: auction vs private sale
Victorian auctions have no cooling-off period, so inspect before auction day. For private sales, a cooling-off period generally applies, but a building inspection condition in the contract gives you more protection. Check with your conveyancer.
Areas We Service Around Melbourne
- Melbourne CBD
- Werribee
- Point Cook
- Tarneit
- Craigieburn
- Epping
- Doncaster
- Box Hill
- Glen Waverley
- Rowville
- Frankston
- Dandenong
- Cranbourne
- Pakenham
Not sure if we cover your suburb? Contact us and we’ll confirm.
Why choose us
Independent Advice
We don’t work for real estate agents or builders. We work for you, so our findings stay independent.
Easy-to-Read, Photo-Rich Reports
Reports are written for clarity, with plain-English explanations and photos so each issue is easy to understand.
Clear Quotes Before You Book
We confirm the scope and quote before you book so you know what you’re getting before the inspection.
Organised, Actionable Findings
Findings are grouped so you can see what needs urgent attention versus routine maintenance.
Servicing Melbourne & Regional Victoria
Based in Melbourne and available across metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria, including Geelong, Ballarat and Bendigo.
Friendly Expert Support
We take time to help you understand your report and sensible next steps.
Comprehensive, Unbiased Report
Detailed reporting designed to help you protect your property decision.
Straightforward Booking
Call, email, or send a message through the contact form and we’ll confirm timing for your property.
Melbourne Inspection FAQs
Do you inspect all Melbourne suburbs?
Yes. We cover metropolitan Melbourne, including the western, northern and south-eastern growth corridors. Contact us to confirm availability for your address.
Can you inspect before an auction in Melbourne?
Yes, and we recommend it. There’s no cooling-off period at auction in Victoria, so book your inspection early in the campaign.
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Don't buy, build or invest without a proper inspection.
Let PrimeCheck safeguard your decision.
- 0409 438 365
- info@primecheck.com.au
- Melbourne, Victoria