Pre-Purchase
Home Inspection
Under 12 Hours
Detailed reports, delivered fast. QBCC licensed inspector, 27+ years on the tools.
- 12-hour report turnaround. Most competitors take 3 to 5 days. We deliver same day or next morning.
- Carpenter, builder, and inspector. 27+ years on the tools. I find what others miss.
- Thermal imaging & moisture detection. FLIR E6 Pro + Tramex meters on every inspection.
- Price beat guarantee. Find a cheaper licensed quote, I'll match it.
Get your 12-hour inspection booked.
Tell us the property address and we'll come back with a fixed-price quote by the end of the day.
A sloppy report can cost you $700,000.
You're about to spend the most money you'll ever spend in one transaction. One missed defect is the difference between a smart purchase and a five-year nightmare.
Structural defects you can't see
Slab cracks, sagging roof framing, rotted bearers. Sellers' agents won't tell you. We will. Most expensive mistake buyers make.
Termites & timber pests
Termites can demolish a house from the inside out without leaving a mark on the surface. Our thermal imaging spots them before you sign.
Hidden moisture & mould
Behind walls, under floors, in subfloors. Tramex moisture meters find what your eyes can't. Critical for Sunshine Coast humidity.
When you're in a 10-day cooling-off window, every hour counts.
You don't have a week to wait for a report. You need to know today whether to proceed, renegotiate, or walk away.
I do same-day inspections, and the report lands in your inbox within 12 hours, usually by the next morning. Most competitors take three to five days. By then, your offer's exposed.
Xpanded Concepts: Under 12 hours, often by 9am the next day.
Two inspections, one report.
A complete building & pest inspection covering every part of the property. Compliant with both Australian Standards for pre-purchase inspections.
AS4349.1-2007 · AS4349.3-2010Building Inspection AS4349.1
- Roof exterior (tiles, sheeting, gutters & flashing)
- Roof interior (framing, insulation, signs of leaks)
- External walls, cladding, brickwork, and rendering
- Internal walls, ceilings, and floors
- Windows and doors (operation, frames, seals)
- Subfloor structure (if accessible)
- Foundations and footings (movement / cracking)
- Plumbing (visual condition of taps, drainage)
- Electrical (on/off test of appliances only)
- Wet areas (signs of leaks or moisture damage)
- Garage, decks, pergolas, balconies, stairs
- Retaining walls and fencing
- Drainage and water run-off around the property
- Safety issues (trip hazards, balustrades, etc.)
Pest Inspection AS4349.3
- Termite activity and past damage
- Borers or fungal decay in timber
- Moisture levels in walls and subfloors (termite risk)
- Conducive conditions (wood-to-soil contact)
- Poor ventilation and high humidity zones
- Evidence of pest treatments or barriers
- Roof voids and termite entry points
- Subfloor inspection for termite mudding
- External ground inspection for activity
- Thermal imaging across all accessible walls
- Concrete moisture readings (slab integrity)
- Recommendation for ongoing treatment if needed
Four categories. Clear and structured.
No 90-page technical overload. Everything is organised so you can quickly see what matters and what doesn't.
Major Defects
Serious property defects. Structural issues, significant leaks, things that cost real money to fix.
Minor Defects
Small wear-and-tear defects common in most houses. Useful for budgeting, not deal-breakers.
Safety Issues
Anything that poses a safety hazard. Trip hazards, faulty balustrades, dodgy electrical exposure.
Timber Pests
Evidence of pest attack, conducive conditions, or active termites. Critical for QLD properties.
In a hurry? You should be.
Cooling-off period running down? Get an instant quote in 60 seconds. I'll call you back the same day to lock in an inspection time that fits your settlement schedule.
Builder. Inspector. Building biologist.
Hi, I'm Ryan. I'm a Sunshine Coast local and I've been on the tools for 27+ years. I started as a carpenter, became a QBCC licensed builder, then a QBCC licensed building inspector, and now also a qualified building biologist.
That last bit is what makes the difference. Most inspectors are retired tradies who can spot a leak or a crack. I can also tell you whether the house is healthy to live in. Mould, moisture, ventilation, EMF, indoor air quality. That stuff matters as much as the structural side, and almost no inspector covers it.
I approach every inspection like I'm doing it for my own family. No subcontractors. No 90-page report dumps. Just clear, honest information so you can make a confident decision.
- QBCC Licensed Builder
- QBCC Licensed Building Inspector
- Qualified Carpenter
- Timber Pest Technician
- Qualified Building Biologist
- Fully Insured Owner-Operator
Tools that find what eyes can't see.
Hidden moisture, thermal anomalies, slab problems. The equipment I use on every inspection at no extra charge.
Thermal Imaging
Full thermal scan of the home. Identifies hidden moisture, electrical hotspots, missing insulation, and termite activity behind walls.
Moisture Meter
Non-invasive moisture detection in walls, ceilings, and floors. Critical for spotting roof leaks and plumbing issues before they're visible.
Concrete Moisture
Specialised concrete moisture detection. Reveals slab issues, rising damp, and waterproofing failures most inspectors never check for.
Clear enough for a teenager to follow.
No technical jargon, no 90-page overload. Just clear, structured information you can act on the same day you get it.
What our Sunshine Coast buyers say.
Real reviews from real buyers. Names and properties verified through Google.
"Ryan saved us from a disaster. He found termite damage behind a wall the seller had clearly painted over. Without his thermal imaging we would have signed the contract Monday. Cannot recommend highly enough."Sarah & Tom · Caloundra
"Had the report in my inbox by 9am the next morning. Other inspectors were quoting me 4 days. Ryan turned it around overnight and walked me through every page on the phone. Total professional."Marcus · Maroochydore
"The report was the easiest thing to read I've ever seen. My partner doesn't know anything about houses and even she could follow it. Saved us from making a $90k mistake."Emma R · Buderim
"What I loved is Ryan actually picked up the phone. Spent an hour walking me through the findings before I signed. The other inspector quotes were cheaper but you get what you pay for. Ryan is worth every cent."Daniel · Noosa Heads
"Honest, thorough, and fast. I was on a 5-day cooling-off and Ryan had me sorted in 48 hours from first call to report delivered. Renegotiated $35k off the asking price because of what he found."Olivia · Mooloolaba
"Used Ryan for our second purchase after a mate recommended him. The building biology angle is something no other inspector offers. Found a mould issue in the second bedroom that would have wrecked our kid's asthma."James · Sippy Downs
Sunshine Coast & South East QLD.
Based on the Sunshine Coast, servicing the entire region between Brisbane and Gympie. If you're outside this area, give me a call to discuss availability.
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Get an instant quote in 60 seconds. I'll call you back the same day to lock in a time that fits your cooling-off period. Report delivered within 12 hours of inspection.
Talk to Ryan 0401 527 667Get your 12-hour inspection booked.
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