Premise Inspections
Clear communication and practical explanations throughout the inspection process.
Commercial building inspections Brisbane & SEQ
Commercial property decisions need clear evidence.
Independent, QBCC-licensed visual inspections for commercial property acquisition, construction stages, handover and existing building condition. The scope is tailored to the asset, project stage, access and your decision.
Established 2013
QBCC licensed
Fully insured
All construction types and practical project stages
Drone roof inspection where suitable
Our approach
What you can expect from your inspection.
Independent observations, clear reporting and practical next steps for property buyers.
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Detailed photographic reporting that helps buyers understand the observed findings.
Premise Inspections
Professional, thorough service with clear photographic findings and practical priorities.
Premise Inspections
Helpful, responsive guidance before customers commit to a property purchase.
Premise Inspections
Prompt inspection scheduling and straightforward updates from enquiry through to reporting.
Premise Inspections
Independent advice that gives property buyers greater confidence in their next steps.
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Thorough observations presented in clear language without unnecessary technical jargon.
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Friendly service and practical answers when customers have questions about the report.
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Commercial inspection services
A defined scope for the decision in front of you.
We inspect commercial buildings of varied age, use and construction at practical stages of acquisition, construction and occupation, subject to the agreed brief, safe access and the scope of our QBCC licence.
Pre-purchase commercial inspection
An independent visual assessment of the accessible building and site to support purchase, lease or due-diligence decisions.
- Observed defects and safety hazards
- Building envelope and moisture indicators
- Maintenance and further-investigation priorities
- Clear photographic reporting
Construction stage and progress inspection
A stage-specific visual inspection during construction or refurbishment, based on the documents and inspection brief supplied.
- Footing, slab, frame and pre-lining stages
- Waterproofing and fixing stages where accessible
- Practical completion and handover
- Observed incomplete or defective work
Existing building condition inspection
A documented snapshot of visible condition to inform maintenance, repair planning, tenancy transitions or asset management.
- External envelope and accessible roof areas
- Interior, wet areas and visible services condition
- Site drainage and deterioration indicators
- Scoped reinspections after rectification
Drone roof inspections: drone imagery may be used to improve
visual coverage of commercial roof areas where appropriate. Operation is
subject to weather, airspace, property permission, site conditions and safe
flight requirements. A drone inspection does not make concealed areas visible
or guarantee that every roof surface can be observed.
Property types and project stages
Commercial construction inspected at any practical stage.
Premise Inspections can inspect offices, warehouses, industrial premises, retail buildings, hospitality venues, mixed-use buildings and strata common property. Engagements may occur before purchase or lease, during new construction or refurbishment, at practical completion, or while an asset is occupied. The exact scope, access arrangements, exclusions and reporting timeframe are confirmed before the inspection.
OfficesWarehousesRetailIndustrialMixed-useStrata common property
Scope and reporting
WHAT THE REPORT CAN INCLUDE
Important
WHAT THE SERVICE DOES NOT PROVIDE
Clear observations, priorities and limitations.
Observed commercial building condition
Photographs and plain-language findings relevant to the agreed scope, including observed defects, safety hazards, deterioration, moisture indicators, incomplete work and matters requiring further investigation.
- Defect location and visible evidence
- Risk-based priorities and practical next steps
- Relevant repair, maintenance or specialist recommendations
- Direct clarification with the attending inspector
No certification or concealed-condition assurance
The inspection does not certify statutory or contractual compliance, approve building work, provide structural engineering, test specialist services, assess concealed conditions or guarantee future performance.
- No destructive testing or dismantling
- No BCA, NCC or development-approval audit
- No testing of fire, lift, HVAC, electrical or hydraulic systems
- Specialist assessment recommended where evidence warrants it
Every commercial engagement is scoped before booking.
Building size, use, construction, occupancy, site conditions, access,
documentation and the required reporting detail determine the inspection plan.
The report records conditions visible at the time of inspection within
reasonably accessible areas and the agreed brief. Separate specialist services
may be required for structural, fire, electrical, mechanical, hydraulic,
hazardous-material, access or statutory compliance matters.
Commercial due diligence
Coordinate the inspection with the wider project team.
A commercial building inspection is one part of due diligence. Depending on the property and your decision, legal, planning, engineering, fire, services, environmental and hazardous-material enquiries may also be required.
Before acquisition or leaseVisual condition evidence for commercial due-diligence decisions.
During constructionStage-specific review of visible work within the agreed brief.
At handoverObserved incomplete work and defects at practical completion.
During occupationCondition, maintenance and defect-specific inspections.
Inspection scope and FAQs
Understand access, limitations, reporting and what happens after the inspection.
Read the FAQs →Commercial due-diligence guide
Review enquiries that sit outside a visual commercial building inspection and may require other advisers.
Explore due diligence →Construction terminology glossary
Plain-language explanations of common building, moisture, movement, defect and construction terms.
Open the glossary →
Commercial inspection FAQs
Answers before you define the scope.
Commercial properties differ substantially, so the inspection brief is confirmed before booking.
What types of commercial buildings can you inspect?
Premise Inspections can inspect offices, retail premises, warehouses, light-industrial buildings, hospitality venues, mixed-use buildings and strata common property, subject to the scope of our QBCC licence, safe access and the agreed inspection brief.
Can you inspect at any construction stage?
Yes. We can undertake visual inspections at practical stages including footing, slab, frame, pre-lining, waterproofing where accessible, fixing, practical completion and handover. The relevant plans, specifications and stage requirements should be supplied before the inspection.
Is a commercial inspection a compliance certificate?
No. The service records visible observations within the agreed scope. It is not building certification, structural engineering, approval of building work, or a BCA, NCC or development-approval compliance audit.
What areas and systems are excluded?
Inspections are visual, non-invasive and limited to reasonably accessible areas within the agreed scope. Findings are based on observable evidence at the time of inspection.
The inspector determines safe and reasonable access at the time of inspection. Roof void and subfloor observations are generally limited to what is visible from the access opening and its immediately accessible vicinity. The inspector will not crawl through roof voids or beneath structures, enter confined spaces or traverse inaccessible roof framing.
Premise Inspections' practical minimum subfloor clearance is 1 metre (1,000 mm), measured vertically to the bearer, joist or other obstruction. Meeting this dimension does not require the inspector to enter an area; actual access remains subject to the conditions and safety assessment on the day.
The inspection does not include engineering assessment, certification, compliance auditing, a warranty or guarantee, assessment of concealed conditions or prediction of future performance.
Full inspection scope and access criteria
Specialist testing of fire systems, lifts, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, hydraulic systems and hazardous materials requires the relevant specialist.
Can timber pest inspection be included?
A commercial timber pest inspection can be discussed where relevant to the construction and agreed scope. It remains visual and non-invasive and is limited to reasonably accessible areas.
Do you provide drone roof inspections?
Yes, drone imagery may be used where suitable to improve visual coverage of roof areas. Drone operation depends on weather, airspace, site conditions, permission and safe flight requirements, and it does not provide access to concealed roof construction.
What determines the fee and reporting timeframe?
Pricing and timing depend on floor area, building use and construction, occupancy, site complexity, access, documentation, inspection stage, required detail and whether specialist coordination is needed. A written scope and quotation are provided before booking.
Request a commercial inspection scope and quote
Provide the available property or project details. We will confirm the inspection brief, exclusions, access requirements, reporting timeframe and quotation before a booking is made.
Premise Inspections
Independent commercial building condition inspections
QBCC licensed and fully insured
What happens next
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We review the project detailsWe consider the building, project stage, decision and access information supplied.
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Receive a written scope and quotationThe agreed areas, limitations and reporting requirements are recorded before booking.
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Coordinate access and inspectionWe confirm site contacts, access, WHS requirements and the inspection arrangements.
Prefer to speak directly?
Call 1300 396 585
info@ppbi.com.au
Define the scope before the inspection.
Request a written commercial inspection scope and quotation.