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Building & Pest Inspection
Start with the vendor report. Go further with your own.
In the ACT, the seller provides a building and pest report as part of the sale process. It’s a useful starting point, but every inspection is limited by its scope, access and the condition of the property on the day. An independent buyer’s inspection provides a fresh assessment, allows you to raise your own concerns and gives you a report prepared specifically for your purchasing decision. We use moisture testing and thermal imaging where appropriate, take between 50 and 100 photos, and deliver a clear, jargon-free report within 24 hours.
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When you book with Resicert in Canberra, you're getting John Barilaro — an experienced, local inspector who lives and works in your area. Not a subcontractor sent from interstate. Not a name you'll never speak to again.
John inspects your property himself, walks you through the findings on site, and delivers your full report within 24 hours. He's backed by Resicert's national network — over 150,000 inspections completed since 2009, multi-million dollar insurance coverage, and ISO 9001 quality certification — but he operates locally, and is on your side.
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In the ACT, sellers provide building and pest reports as a helpful starting point. These reports form a highly valuable baseline for the property. However, a vendor report is often limited by its specific requested scope. Commissioning your own independent inspection builds upon this foundation, providing you with a fresh, comprehensive assessment tailored to your personal concerns. It gives you the entire picture, ensuring you have absolute confidence before exchanging contracts.
Go Beyond the Vendor Report
The vendor report is an important starting point, but it doesn’t prevent you from obtaining your own advice. A buyer’s inspection provides a fresh assessment and greater confidence before you exchange or bid.
An Inspection Commissioned by You
The vendor report is arranged as part of the sale process. Your own inspection is commissioned by you and focused on your questions, concerns and purchasing decision. It provides another professional assessment before you commit.
Thermal Camera Imaging
We don't just look — we scan. Thermal cameras detect moisture behind walls, electrical hotspots, and pest activity invisible to the naked eye. Most vendor inspections don't include this level of technology.
50-100 Photos Per Report
Every report includes 50-100 high-resolution, annotated photographs documenting exactly what we found. You see what we see — no vague descriptions, no guesswork.
Everything you need to buy with confidence.
Pre-Purchase Building Inspection
A full structural assessment of the property — roof, walls, floors, subfloor, wet areas, exterior, fences, and outbuildings. We identify defects, safety hazards, and maintenance issues so you know exactly what you're buying. Clear findings, plain language, no jargon.
Timber & Pest Inspection
Canberra and surrounding NSW are high-risk termite zones. Our timber pest inspection covers termites, borers, wood rot, fungal decay, and conditions conducive to infestation. We use thermal camera imaging to detect activity behind walls and under floors.
Combined Building & Pest Package
Get your full building and timber pest inspection done in a single visit, with one comprehensive report covering everything. Same-day appointments available. Report in your hands within 24 hours. We’ll match any comparable competitor’s price.
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Your Inspection In 3 Simple Steps.
Get Your Free Quote
Tell us about the property — address, type, and when you need the inspection. We'll send you a fixed-price quote within minutes. No hidden fees, no surprises. We'll match any competitor's written quote.
We Inspect The Property
John arrives on time, inspects every accessible area using professional equipment including thermal cameras, and walks you through key findings on site. Same-day appointments available.
Report In 24 Hours
Your detailed report — complete with 50-100 annotated photos, clear findings, and plain-English recommendations — is delivered within 24 hours. We're here to answer any questions.
Trusted By Property Buyers Across Canberra.
"John provided an outstanding pest and building inspection service. He was incredibly responsive from the first enquiry through to delivering the final report. The inspection was exceptionally thorough, and the report was detailed, easy to understand, and supported by excellent, high-quality photos of every issue identified."
Peta Field
Queanbeyan
"John was very responsive, professional and easy to work with. The report was thorough and provided all of the detail necessary to support our understanding of the house prior to exchange of contracts."
Patrick Foxley
Bungendore
"John was very up front with everything that I needed to do asap. John was very helpful with his advice knowing that the house would be undergoing renovation."
Christine Chamberlain
Canberra
"John is very helpful all the time. Good and easy communication and deliver the outcome."
Cesar & Michelle Malizon
Queanbeyan
"John was thorough and very encouraging with his detailed assessment."
Carey McMahon
Canberra
"Thank you for the prompt thorough inspection which guided our property purchase."
Emma Brown
Canberra
Over 150,000 Inspections Since 2009.
Over 30 Years Of Experience
Resicert's team has over 30 years of experience in property. We've seen every issue that can affect a building. That's why we know exactly how to identify uncommon problems and determine the right solution.
Insured & Certified
Multi-million dollar insurance coverage and ISO 9001 quality certified. Your property is safely in the hands of Australia's top professionals. Every inspection meets Australian Standards.
Ongoing Support
Our job isn't done once the report is delivered. If you have questions about our recommendations or how you should proceed, we're here to offer as much help as you need. Call us anytime.
Inspection FAQs
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Have a specific question about your property? Give John a call directly.
Call 0487 972 391In the ACT, the vendor's building and pest report is a valuable legal requirement that provides a solid starting point. However, these reports are commissioned by the seller and are based on their specific requested scope. Obtaining your own local buyer's inspection builds on this foundation. It allows you to ask specific questions, have the inspector focus on your personal concerns, and gain a fresh, unbiased assessment. It ensures you have the entire picture and absolute peace of mind before finalizing your purchase.
Same-day appointments are available depending on schedule. Your full report — with 50-100 annotated photos — is delivered within 24 hours of the inspection.
Our combined building and pest inspection covers the full structure — roof cavity, subfloor, interior of every room, wet areas, exterior walls, fences, outbuildings, and grounds. The pest inspection covers termites, borers, wood rot, fungal decay, and conditions conducive to infestation. We also use thermal camera imaging to detect issues behind walls and under floors.
Yes. If you've received a written quote from another inspector in the Canberra region, we'll match it. A written quote no more than 14 days old must be provided before booking. The quote must be for the same property and a genuinely comparable inspection, including scope, inclusions, reporting, turnaround time, GST and travel. The competitor must be suitably insured and the quote must be capable of verification. Excludes pricing errors, free services and other promotional offers. Terms apply.
We walk you through every finding on site and include clear, plain-English recommendations in the report. If we identify a significant issue, we'll explain what it means for your purchase, what it could cost to fix, and whether it warrants further specialist investigation. We're here to help you make an informed decision — not to scare you out of a purchase or gloss over a problem.
Yes — 100% money back satisfaction guarantee. If you're not satisfied with the quality of your inspection and report, we'll refund your payment in full.
You don't need to be there for the inspection itself. We follow a detailed, systematic process, and completing it uninterrupted helps ensure nothing gets overlooked. Once we're finished, you're welcome to walk through the property with us so we can explain the key findings in person. If you'd prefer not to be on site, we'll call you shortly after the inspection to talk through the main issues before sending the full written report.
We’ll Match Any Comparable Competitor’s Price
We believe you shouldn't have to choose between the most thorough inspection and the best price. Found a comparable quote? Let us know and we'll match it.
*Price match conditions: A written quote no more than 14 days old must be provided before booking. The quote must be for the same property and a genuinely comparable inspection, including scope, inclusions, reporting, turnaround time, GST and travel. The competitor must be suitably insured and the quote must be capable of verification. Excludes pricing errors, free services and other promotional offers. Terms apply.
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