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How much does a pre-purchase building inspection cost in Mildura?
A standard pre-purchase inspection (1–3 bedroom house or unit, single-storey, slab, no sheds) is $495 inc. GST. Bigger homes, double-storey, stumps, sheds, granny flats or a pool add a transparent extra — see the pricing page for the full add-on list. The booking form gives you a quote in 30 seconds before you pick a slot.
How quickly will I get the report?
We complete the written report within 24 hours of the inspection — usually sooner — and release it to your inbox the moment payment is received.
Do I need to be at the inspection?
No. Most buyers are not on site. The inspection is scheduled with the selling agent or vendor, and the full written report lands in your inbox within 24 hours.
How long does an inspection take?
As long as the property genuinely needs. A small single-storey home is quicker; a large or more complex property takes longer. We do not cut corners to hit a clock — the report is the deliverable, not the time on site.
What does a building inspector actually check?
Structural elements, the exterior, the roof and roof space, every interior room, wet areas, sub-floor (where accessible) and visible services. The inspection is visual and non-invasive — see the pre-purchase service page for the full list of what is and is not included.
Is the report compliant with AS 4349.1?
Yes. Every Wayfare report is prepared in accordance with the Australian Standard for pre-purchase property inspection reports.
Can I show the report to the vendor or my conveyancer?
Yes. The report is yours to use however you need — for negotiation, for your conveyancer, for repair quotes, or simply to understand the property.
What happens if you find a serious defect?
It is flagged in the report with a safety or major severity rating, photographed and explained in plain English. The report explains what it means for the purchase decision and what kind of trade you would engage to investigate further or quote a repair.
Do you do pest inspections?
Not directly — timber pest is a separate licensed trade. We recommend booking your timber-pest inspection with a licensed pest specialist alongside our building inspection. Many buyers run them on the same day.
Do you inspect new builds or off-the-plan?
We inspect any property you're purchasing, new or old.
What if it is raining or weather is bad?
We inspect through normal weather. If conditions are genuinely unsafe (severe storm, extreme heat warning), we reschedule at no charge.
Do you offer urgent or weekend inspections?
Yes, subject to availability. For urgent same-day or weekend slots, email inspections@wayfarecon.com with the property address and preferred date. A $150 surcharge applies for after-hours bookings.
What is your service area?
Mildura and a 50km radius is the priority area. We travel further out for the right job — see the locations page for a full list.
Are you insured?
Yes. Wayfare Construction Inspections holds Professional Indemnity and Public Liability insurance covering work anywhere in Australia. Certificates available on request.
What are your qualifications?
Domestic Builder Unlimited DB-U 100124 (individual) and CDB-U 100482 (company), Certificate IV in Building & Construction CPC40110, Qualified Carpenter, member of Master Builders Association.
Do you find every defect?
A pre-purchase building inspection is a visual, non-invasive assessment. Hidden defects behind plasterboard, in cavities or under floor coverings cannot be seen without invasive work. Where we suspect a hidden issue, we flag it and recommend further investigation. We will never claim a building is perfect — there is no such thing.
Will you also build the repairs?
No. We deliberately do not upsell to a building business. If repairs are needed, we point you toward independent trades. This keeps the inspection free of conflict of interest.
What payment methods do you accept?
No card is required to book. After the inspection, we send a tax invoice — pay by card, bank transfer, or PayID (BSB / account details, PayID, and a card payment link are on the invoice). The full report is released to you once the invoice is settled, usually within hours.
Can I cancel or reschedule?
Yes, free of charge up to 24 hours before the inspection. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee. Reschedules are always free if more than 24 hours notice.
Are you the same business as Wayfare Construction?
Wayfare Construction Inspections and the construction business share an owner and a logo family, but operate independently for client-facing work. The inspection business does not refer work to any building business — a deliberate decision to keep inspections genuinely independent.