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Review approvals, certificates, body corporate records, property searches and known repair history before the contract becomes unconditional.
Buyer education
Property knowledge, plainly explained.
Independent Queensland buyer guides developed from a building and timber pest inspection perspective.
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Safety
Staircase regulations QLD
Common stair geometry, head clearance, handrail and barrier concerns.
Open guide →MoistureBathroom & balcony waterproofing
Visible leak indicators, concealed membranes, drainage and documentation.
Open guide →ApprovalsQLD habitable rooms
Room use, ceiling height, light, ventilation and approval checks.
Open guide →Hazardous materialsAsbestos in QLD homes
Suspect materials, testing limits and safe next steps before disturbance.
Open guide →Fire safetyCombustible cladding
Documents, body corporate records and specialist façade assessment.
Open guide →Hazardous materialsLead-based paint
Older coatings, deterioration, testing and lead-safe renovation planning.
Open guide →ServicesPlumbing & drainage
Leaks, ORGs, stormwater, sewer records and specialist testing.
Open guide →ServicesLPG gas bottles
Cylinder condition, location, records and licensed gas assessment.
Open guide →SafetyHouse electrical safety
Visible hazards, safety switches, smoke alarms and electrician checks.
Open guide →SafetyPool safety regulations
Barriers, gates, registration, certification and transaction checks.
Open guide →Timber pestsTermite & timber pest guide
Evidence, conducive conditions, management systems and inspection limits.
Open guide →New homesForm 21 & building handover
Certification, handover documents, defects lists and specialist roles.
Open guide →ReferenceConstruction terminology glossary
Plain-English building, defect and timber pest terminology.
Open guide →LegalInspection terms & conditions
Scope, exclusions, access, reliance and service conditions.
Open guide →LegalWebsite terms of use
Terms applying to website content, tools, external links and user submissions.
Open guide →Interactive toolRenovation & repair cost calculator
Create an indicative Brisbane repair and renovation allowance.
Open guide →Interactive guideProperty inspection guide
Explore common observations by property area and recommended next steps.
Open guide →Important: Premise inspections are visual, non-invasive and limited to reasonably accessible areas at the time of inspection. They do not certify regulatory compliance, approvals, concealed construction or future performance. Information is general and requirements can change. Verify current obligations with the responsible authority or appropriately licensed specialist.
How to use this centre
Research, inspect, verify.
Arrange inspections
Use a suitably licensed building and timber pest inspector and arrange specialist inspections where the property or documents indicate a need.
Verify material issues
Confirm approval, legal, engineering, service and safety matters with the professional responsible for that field.
HouseWorthy packages
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Research the property before the physical inspection.
$29
Property Intelligence Report
Property, planning, environmental, utility and buyer due-diligence information with practical next checks.
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Buyer Shortlist
Three report credits to compare risks, advantages and next checks across different properties.
View the $59 shortlist$50 Premise inspection offer: purchase an eligible HouseWorthy package, then book and complete a combined Premise building and timber pest inspection for the same property within 30 days. Supply the purchase email or Stripe receipt when booking. Conditions apply.
HouseWorthy is a property information service by Premise Inspections. It is not a building and timber pest inspection, valuation, engineering assessment, approval search, certification or guarantee.
Request an inspection quote
Provide the available property details and we will email an indicative quotation. Final pricing may vary with the property’s size, construction, age, condition, location and accessibility.
Premise Inspections
Independent building and timber pest inspections
Reports generally available within 24 hours of the inspection
What happens next
- 1Receive your indicative quoteWe email the estimate using the property details supplied.
- 2Reply if you wish to proceedProvide the selling agent’s name and contact details.
- 3Confirm the bookingWe coordinate access and confirm the inspection arrangements.
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