St Kilda East Building & Pest Inspections
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How much does a building & pest inspection cost in St Kilda East?
Building and pest inspections in St Kilda East start at $458.55, with an average price of $595.44. Find the best deals from local inspection companies in St Kilda East and get the most value by comparing prices.
Should you buy property in St Kilda East?
St Kilda East is a vibrant and diverse suburb just 6 km south-east of Melbourne's CBD, known for its strong Hasidic Jewish community and eclectic mix of arts and indie culture around Carlisle Street. The area boasts excellent public transport options, heritage architecture, and a mix of housing types, from charming Edwardian cottages to modern apartments. With its rich history, green spaces like Alma Park, and a variety of schools and places of worship, St Kilda East offers a unique blend of quiet residential living and dynamic community life.
St Kilda East Property Stats
- Population
- 11,725
- Dwellings
- 6,497
- Occupancy
- 85%
- Appartments
- 3,647
- Townhouses
- 795
- Houses
- 1,046
What's included when booking a Vetted building & pest inspection in St Kilda 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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For a regular-sized home or building, a building and pest inspection should not take more than 2-3 hours. But some larger properties or those with poor conditions might take longer.
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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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The most common and problematic ones include:
- Termites
- Rodents
- Bees and Wasps
- Cockroaches
- Flies and Mosquitoes
- Fleas
- Moths
- Snakes
- Birds
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Fully completed reports are non-refundable.
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It’s best to exhaustively ask all your questions beforehand. But if you do have follow-up questions, don’t hesitate to ask.
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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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Typically, a building and pest inspection report will cover the following reports:
- A structural report — checking the building’s subsidence, faulty plumbing, roof leaks, foundational cracks, and more.
- Drainage reports — looking at any problems with your structure’s drainage systems.
- Roof report — checking your roof for any missing components or leaks.
- Pest damage report — examining the presence of any pests like mice, termites, and so on, and lining out any damage to the property caused by these pests.
- Exterior damages — including damage or problems with your carport, windows, external walls and so on.
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It’s best to provide a fixed date. However, in case of any unforeseen scheduling issues that could impede an inspection, contact us at least 36 hours before the inspection.