Commercial Pre-Purchase Building Inspections
Buying or leasing a commercial property in Perth? A commercial building inspection gives you a clear picture of the property's structural condition, building systems, and any defects that could affect your investment.
Our commercial inspections go beyond a standard residential assessment. We evaluate structural elements, roof condition (including flat roof membranes and parapet walls), fire safety systems, HVAC plant, accessibility features, and environmental considerations including asbestos for pre-2004 buildings.
What We Inspect
- Structural elements - foundations, walls, columns, beams (steel, concrete, timber)
- Roof systems - flat membranes, parapet walls, box gutters, flashing, ponding
- External envelope - cladding, windows, doors, weatherproofing
- Internal condition - floors, walls, ceilings, wet areas, amenities
- Fire systems - presence and visible condition of alarms, sprinklers, exit signs, extinguishers, fire doors
- HVAC - rooftop units, split systems, ductwork, visible condition and apparent age
- Accessibility - visible DDA features (ramps, doorways, accessible amenities)
- Asbestos - asbestos register check for pre-2004 buildings, visible ACM identification
- General condition - car parks, fencing, signage, external areas
We inspect and report on what we can see. For specialist systems (fire certification, electrical compliance, structural engineering), we recommend appropriately qualified specialists.
Property Types We Inspect
- Offices and professional suites (NCC Class 5)
- Retail shops, restaurants, and cafes (NCC Class 6)
- Warehouses and storage facilities (NCC Class 7b)
- Light industrial and workshops (NCC Class 8)
- Mixed-use commercial properties
- Strata commercial units
Pricing
Commercial inspection pricing is quote-based because every property is different. Factors include building size, number of storeys, age, complexity, and access requirements.
Indicative pricing:
- Small retail / office (<200m²): From $800
- Medium commercial (200-500m²): From $1,200
- Warehouse / industrial (<1000m²): From $1,500
- Large / complex commercial: Quote on inspection
Call 0481 575 747 for a free quote tailored to your property.
