FAQ’s

SKS Building Consultancy provides building inspections across Sydney for new construction, commercial properties, structural concerns, building and pest inspections, defect reports and special purpose building reports. Each inspection focuses on visible and accessible areas relevant to the service booked.

Yes. Inspections are carried out by licensed builders with practical construction experience, helping clients understand visible defects, workmanship concerns, maintenance issues and property condition risks in clear language.

Yes. You receive a clear written report with relevant photos, notes and practical comments on visible defects or concerns identified during the inspection.

Report timing depends on the inspection type, property size, access, scope and booking availability. Same day reports may be available for some inspections where timing and site conditions allow.

A building inspection may include visible checks of internal areas, external areas, roof areas, subfloor areas, wet areas, drainage, walls, ceilings, floors, doors, windows and accessible building elements.

A pre-purchase building and pest inspection is completed before buying a property. It helps identify visible building defects, timber pest risks, moisture concerns and property condition issues before you commit.

A pre-sale building and pest inspection is completed before selling a property. It helps sellers identify visible defects, pest concerns and maintenance issues before buyers raise them during negotiations.

A pre-auction building inspection helps buyers understand visible property defects and condition concerns before auction day. This can help you make a more informed decision before bidding.

A building only inspection focuses on visible building defects and condition issues. A building and pest inspection includes both building condition checks and timber pest risk checks.

A pest only inspection focuses on visible timber pest activity, termite risks, timber damage and pest-conducive conditions. It does not include a full building inspection component.

A timber pest inspection may include checks for visible termite activity, timber damage, mud tubes, hollow timber, moisture issues, poor ventilation, external timber contact and pest-conducive conditions.

Yes. Apartment building inspections can include visible checks of internal areas, wet areas, balconies, finishes, fixtures and accessible shared areas where relevant and available.

Yes. House building inspections can include visible checks of internal rooms, external walls, roofing, gutters, wet areas, subfloor areas, drainage, doors, windows, floors and ceilings where accessible.

Thermal imaging is used to identify temperature differences that may indicate moisture, leaks, insulation gaps, heat loss or other hidden concerns that need closer review.

Thermal imaging can help identify temperature patterns that may suggest hidden moisture or leaks. It does not confirm the exact cause on its own, and further testing or specialist review may be required.

New construction inspections are carried out during different stages of a build to identify visible workmanship concerns, defects and construction issues before work progresses or defects become harder to access.

A pre-slab inspection checks visible preparation before concrete is poured, including formwork, reinforcement, slab set-out, vapour barrier placement, service penetrations and visible groundwork concerns.

A frame inspection reviews visible framing, bracing, alignment, fixing, workmanship and structural set-out concerns before wall linings, cladding or other finishes are installed.

A pre-plaster inspection checks visible wall framing, ceiling framing, service rough-ins, insulation placement, wet area preparation and other concerns before plasterboard and internal linings are installed.

A waterproofing inspection reviews visible waterproofing preparation and membrane application before tiling or covering begins. It helps identify visible issues that may affect wet area performance.

A PCI or handover inspection is completed before final handover to identify visible defects, incomplete works, finish issues and items that may need to be addressed by the builder.

A post-handover defect inspection reviews visible defects after handover, helping property owners document incomplete works, finish issues, workmanship concerns or items that may need follow-up action.

A commercial property inspection checks visible building condition issues in commercial buildings, offices, retail spaces, warehouses, industrial sites and other business premises before buying, leasing or managing the property.

A commercial pre-lease inspection documents visible property condition before signing or taking possession of a leased commercial space. It can help identify existing defects and maintenance concerns early.

A commercial pre-purchase inspection is completed before buying a commercial property. It helps identify visible defects, maintenance risks, access concerns and building condition issues before purchase decisions are made.

A structural inspection focuses on visible structural warning signs such as cracks, movement, settlement, wall bowing, roof sagging, concrete defects or other condition concerns that may need further review.

No. Structural inspections provide practical advice on visible building concerns. If engineering calculations, certification or structural design advice is required, further review by a qualified structural engineer may be recommended.

A crack inspection checks visible cracks in walls, ceilings, floors, brickwork, render, concrete and other accessible areas to help identify movement signs or issues needing further review.

A foundation inspection reviews visible signs that may suggest settlement, movement or related building concerns, including cracks, sloping floors, gaps, separation, drainage issues and external ground movement.

A dilapidation report documents the visible condition of a property before nearby construction, excavation, demolition or major works begin. It creates a condition record that may be useful if damage concerns are raised later.

A special purpose building report is a focused report prepared for a specific issue, defect, damage concern, dispute, repair matter or targeted inspection requirement.