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Hobart Building Inspections

47 Thompson Way, Clifton Beach TAS 7020

5.0

Independent pre-purchase and commercial building inspections in Hobart and statewide Tasmania, conducted by a licensed builder with over 40 years of experience.

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24-Hour Report TurnaroundThermal Imaging
Hobart Building Inspections provides detailed, independent Pre-Purchase Building Inspections tailored specifically to homes across Hobart, surrounding suburbs, and statewide Tasmania. Carried out personally by Chris Westcott, a Licensed Builder (CC6758) with over 40 years of hands-on trade knowledge, our inspections are designed to help buyers identify defects early within the contract’s defect-notification period. We thoroughly assess the property’s condition, identifying major and minor issues before you commit, giving you clear, full-width A4 photo-rich information to negotiate, withdraw, or proceed with confidence. Our comprehensive reports combine building code knowledge with hands-on defect recognition so buyers get accurate, practical advice. We look for root causes, future risks, moisture pathways, and construction shortcuts. Our inspections cover internal rooms, roof spaces, roof exteriors, subfloors, external structures, and plumbing fixtures. We utilize advanced diagnostic tools, including thermal imaging for leak detection, moisture meters for hidden dampness, drone technology for hard-to-reach roofs, and remote GoPro cameras for confined spaces. We specifically look for common Tasmanian issues such as moisture-related problems in subfloors, salt corrosion in coastal areas, settlement and rising damp in rural homes, and bathroom waterproofing failures. With same-day turnaround available, every inspection is thorough, independent, and assessed in the buyer's best interest, ensuring you make a confident, well-informed decision.
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24-Hour Report TurnaroundThermal ImagingDigital Moisture MeterDrone Roof Access
Hobart Building Inspections offers independent Pre-Sale Vendor Inspections to help property owners across Hobart and statewide Tasmania understand their property's condition before selling. Conducted personally by Chris Westcott, a Licensed Builder (CC6758) with over 40 years of hands-on trade experience, this service provides a thorough assessment of your property. We utilize advanced diagnostic tools, including thermal imaging to detect heat loss and water infiltration, moisture meters to identify hidden dampness, drone technology for high-resolution aerial views of hard-to-reach roof areas, and remote GoPro cameras for confined spaces. Our inspections cover critical areas such as internal rooms, roof spaces, subfloors, external cladding, and plumbing fixtures. We look for common Tasmanian property issues, including moisture pathways, salt corrosion, settlement, and bathroom waterproofing failures. By identifying these hidden defects, structural concerns, and maintenance issues early, you receive accurate, practical advice. You will be provided with a clear, full-width A4 photo-rich report, with same-day turnaround available. Every report is completed with honesty and independence, ensuring transparency and providing you with the confidence to present your property accurately to prospective buyers.
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Hobart Building Inspections specializes in handover inspections for new homes, ensuring quality, compliance, and peace of mind at the final step of your build. Before you take possession of your newly constructed property in Hobart or across Tasmania, Chris Westcott—an independent Licensed Builder (CC6758) with over 40 years of hands-on trade experience—will conduct a meticulous assessment. We combine deep building code knowledge with hands-on defect recognition to verify the property's condition. Our inspections cover all accessible areas, including internal rooms, external cladding, roof spaces, subfloors, and plumbing fixtures. We utilize advanced technology such as thermal imaging, moisture meters, drone technology, and remote GoPro cameras to uncover hidden issues, construction shortcuts, or ventilation weaknesses that others might miss. You will receive a clear, full-width A4 photo-rich report detailing our findings, with same-day turnaround available. Every inspection is carried out with honesty, detail, and independence, ensuring nothing is overlooked and nothing is sugar-coated. Trust Hobart Building Inspections to provide expert advice and reliable assessments, giving you the confidence that your new investment is thoroughly inspected before you move in.
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24-Hour Report Turnaround
Hobart Building Inspections provides independent New Build and Progress Stage Inspections to monitor the quality and compliance of your construction project at every step of your build. Conducted personally by Chris Westcott, a Licensed Builder (CC6758) with over four decades of hands-on trade experience, these inspections ensure peace of mind as your new home is constructed across Hobart or statewide Tasmania. We combine extensive building code knowledge with practical defect recognition to assess the property's condition throughout the building process. Our comprehensive evaluations cover internal rooms, external structures, roof spaces, and subfloors as they are built. We look for root causes, future risks, and construction shortcuts, utilizing advanced tools like thermal imaging, moisture meters, drones, and remote GoPro cameras to uncover hidden problems early. Following each stage inspection, you will receive a clear, full-width A4 photo-rich report, with same-day turnaround available. Our consistent reputation for honesty, detail, and independence means every property is assessed in your best interest, providing you with accurate, practical advice and clear evidence that your investment is being constructed correctly.
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24-Hour Report TurnaroundDrone Roof Access
Hobart Building Inspections offers comprehensive Dilapidation Reports to document the exact existing condition of a property or adjacent structures prior to the commencement of nearby construction, excavation, or renovation works. Conducted by a highly experienced Licensed Builder, this independent inspection captures detailed, photo-rich evidence of any pre-existing cracks, settlement, structural movement, or damage. This crucial documentation serves as a protective baseline for both property owners and developers, helping to prevent and resolve potential disputes regarding damage allegedly caused by the construction activities. We thoroughly assess accessible areas including external structures, internal rooms, and roofing. Utilizing advanced technology such as drones for hard-to-reach roof exteriors, we ensure no detail is missed. Our fast turnaround means you receive your clear, objective report promptly, providing you with the necessary legal and practical safeguards before heavy works begin in Hobart or across Tasmania.

Location

47 Thompson Way, Clifton Beach TAS 7020

About

Hobart Building Inspections

Hobart Building Inspections, led by Licensed Builder Chris Westcott (CC6758), delivers independent property assessments throughout Hobart and Tasmania. With 40+ years of trade experience and operating since 2015, the firm provides pre-purchase, pre-sale, commercial, and new home stage inspections. They also conduct dilapidation, renovation, and defect assessments. Using thermal imaging, moisture meters, drones, and GoPro cameras, they detect moisture, structural issues, and salt corrosion. Reports are photo-rich, A4-sized, and available for same-day delivery. Serving Greater Hobart, the East Coast, and the Midlands, the company is fully insured ($1M indemnity/$5M liability) and holds a 4.9-star rating from 181+ reviews. Chris Westcott’s expertise covers local construction methods and climate-related risks. The service is independent and never subcontracted, ensuring detailed, honest evaluations for buyers, sellers, and investors across the Tasmanian property market.

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Glyn Powell

Chris provided prompt service and timely advice to help us make the right decision during the purchase of a property. I highly recommend Hobart Building Inspections if you want a thorough pre-sale building inspection.

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