Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make. A professional pre-purchase building inspection gives you the confidence to move forward, or the evidence you need to pause before you commit.
Building eValuate provides independent, thorough pre-purchase building inspections across Hobart, the Eastern Shore and Southern Tasmania, delivered personally by Paul, an experienced building professional and owner-operator.
A pre-purchase building inspection is designed to identify structural issues, building defects, maintenance risks and potential future costs before contracts become unconditional.
At Building eValuate, inspections are:
Unbiased and independent
Practical and evidence-based
Explained clearly, without jargon
Focused on real-world risk, not just compliance
You deal directly with the inspector who completes the inspection and writes the report no middlemen, no outsourcing, no surprises.
Each inspection is tailored to the property but typically includes assessment of:
Structural integrity
Roof, subfloor and external elements
Moisture risks and water damage using a FLIR B54 thermal imaging camera (as a qualified operator) on all inspections to locate hidden damp issues and verify insulation coverage and Use of moisture meters to check and verify damp or water ingress issues
Cracking, movement and settlement
Building workmanship and condition
Safety issues and visible compliance concerns
Maintenance priorities and likely future costs
You’ll receive a clear, detailed written report the same day or within 24 hours, designed to support informed decision-making.
Sole inspector, owner-operator service (Established in 2009) by a Qualified and licenced builder with 30+ years practical building experience locally and internationally.
Local knowledge of Hobart, Eastern Shore and Southern Tasmanian housing stock
Clear, upfront pricing
Practical reporting, no alarmism, no glossing over issues
Available to talk through findings after the inspection
Many clients value the ability to speak directly with Paul about the findings, implications and next steps.
Buying a home is a significant investment, and a pre-purchase building inspection ensures you are making the right decision. If you´ve found a property in Tasmania, having it inspected by a qualified building inspector before signing a contract could save you thousands of dollars in future repairs.
A thorough inspection by Building eValuate will identify any existing defects or potential problems in the house, giving you confidence in your purchase. You´ll know exactly what you´re buying before you commit.
Our team is licensed and qualified to perform building inspections across Tasmania.
Our expirience in Tasmania´s housing market gives us unparalleled expertise.
We use advanced tools like the FLIR E54 Thermal Imaging Camera and Extech MO297 Moisture Meter to identify issues early.
Our reports provide detailed information and images, not just a checklist.
We carry full professional indemnity and public liability insurance, protecting your interests.
Complete the form and we’ll reach out within 24 hours to discuss your needs.
