Keilor East Building & Pest Inspections
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How much does a building & pest inspection cost in Keilor East?
Building and pest inspections in Keilor East start at $472.74, with an average price of $641.74. Find the best deals from local inspection companies in Keilor East and get the most value by comparing prices.
Should you buy property in Keilor East?
Keilor East is a charming suburb in Melbourne, just 13 km north-west of the CBD, offering a mix of shopping options like Milleara Shopping Centre and Centreway Shopping Centre. The area is well-served by several bus routes and is set to benefit from the proposed Keilor East railway station on the Melbourne Airport line. With a variety of schools, including Keilor Heights Primary and Essendon Keilor College, and plenty of sporting facilities, it's a great place for families and professionals alike.
Keilor East Property Stats
- Population
- 14,390
- Dwellings
- 5,800
- Occupancy
- 94%
- Appartments
- 46
- Townhouses
- 1,003
- Houses
- 4,390
What's included when booking a Vetted building & pest inspection in Keilor East?
Qualified inspectors
Your report will be done by an inspector with the appropriate qualifications and years of experience.
Insured
results
All inspectors on our panel must meet our strict insurance requirements to ensure you are protected.
Easy online booking
Instantly get your inspection locked in without having to wait for a callback or being left on hold.
Fast human support
Need help? The vetted team is on standby ready to answers your questions over the phone.
Quick turnarounds
If you’ve got an auction right around the corner its vital you get that report back in time.
What makes us Vetted?
Vetted has been built on the values of transparency, professionalism and trust. Through hard work we’re establishing Australia’s largest network of qualified building and pest inspectors.
Our dedicated team of technology and building experts have brought to life a platform that helps you get the property reports that you need on budget and on time.
How it works
Choose your report
Let us know the address of the property, what kind of report you need & some basic info.
Select your inspector
We’ll show you the panel of local inspectors whom you can book to do the job.
Book & pay online
Once you’ve selected your inspector and provided the booking details you can pay for your report online.
Get your report
Receive your report in a timely manner and follow up with your inspector with any specific questions you have about the report’s contents.
Frequently asked questions
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Generally, we can provide a full and comprehensive report within 48-72 hours depending on the size, case, and condition of your desired property. Larger homes and those with several issues might take longer.
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The following aren’t included in a building and pest inspection report:
- HVAC
- Plumbing and drainage
- Home appliances
- Electrical wirings and smoke detectors
- Layouts of the room
- Footings
- Swimming pools
- Fireplaces
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These are the common qualifications you should look out for when selecting building and pest inspectors:
- Formal education and background in construction, engineering, or architecture;
- Trade qualifications, such as being a licensed builder, carpenter, or electrician;
- Registration Victorian Building Authority (VBA);
- Certifications from the Australian Institute of Building Surveyors (AIBS), Master Builders Association, or Housing Industry Association (HIA);
- Certification as a qualified pest inspector, gained through organisations like the Australian Environmental Pest Managers Association (AEPMA);
- and several other ongoing education certifications and experience markers.
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To book a building and pest inspection with us, head over to our home page and give us the address of the property you’re planning to buy or sell. You’ll then be led to a form that you need to fully accomplish. Once that’s done, we’ll connect you with the best and most available building inspector for your address.
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Yes, a report is a legal document. That said, you’re fully protected by law in case you find any pre-existing and major issues that weren’t included in the report.
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While there are no specific laws that require building and pest inspections before buying a home, it’s better to get one. Without it, you could end up buying a home with structural or pest-related problems that will cost you more money in the future.
Discovered issues could also cause health and safety problems. You can them early on and even use the report to negotiate a lower buying price if issues do surface.
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We recommend that you book a building and pest inspection at least a week before you need it for your finance approval. The inspection itself will only take 60 to 90 minutes, but your inspector will need some time to get the report fully and properly done.
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The cost of a building and pest inspection in Melbourne will depend on a few factors, like the size of the property, renovation status, locations, and others. On average, the costs can go from $300 to $1,200 (including GST) to start. That includes the inspection and report.