
Smaart Building Consultancy
75 Blanch St, Boat Harbour NSW 2316
Smaart Building Consultancy provides professional building and timber pest inspections, consultancy, and project management services across Newcastle, Maitland, Nelson Bay, and Port Stephens. Led by Steve Maartensz, a licensed builder with over 35 years of experience, the company delivers comprehensive pre-purchase, pre-sale, and special purpose reports compliant with Australian Standards to help clients make informed property decisions.
Services
Combined Building & Timber Pest Inspection
A combined building and timber pest inspection allows you to make an informed decision about the property and is a smart financial decision as it can save you thousands of dollars in expensive repairs. By being aware of what lays beneath the outer layers of the home, you can make an informed decision with the guidance of an experienced building inspector. At Smaart Building Consultancy, we can combine the Building and Timber Pest Inspections at a lower fee. Steve performs both inspections on the same day, saving valuable time for everyone involved. The combined report includes general building and structural defects and an assessment of possible termite attack and/or damage. We can also advise on the risk of termite attack based on the construction techniques of the property. The inspection is carried out in accordance with the Australian Standards AS4349.1 - Inspection of Buildings and AS4349.3 - Timber Pest Inspection. The report is easy-to-read, and Steve is ready and willing to discuss it with you. This is a visual inspection of readily accessible areas. The flat rate is for single dwelling residential buildings only. It does not apply to commercial, industrial or residential buildings with multiple tenancies or acreage properties with multiple buildings. Steve has a multi-disciplined background with over 35 years of experience in residential and commercial construction, and is a Licenced Builder, Building Consultant, Building Inspector, Clerk of Works, and an Accredited Timber Pest Inspector. His opinion is often sought after by fellow builders and tradies, ensuring you receive a quality assurance that includes outstanding service, thorough inspections, and professional ongoing advice.
Building Inspection
A Building Inspection is just one check you can get done before buying or selling a property, but it is a smart financial decision as it can save you thousands of dollars in expensive repairs. By being aware of what lays beneath the outer layers of the home, you can make an informed decision with the guidance of an experienced building inspector. The building inspection report is a written account of the property’s condition. It will include any significant building defects or problems such as rising damp, movement in the walls (cracking), the condition of the roof exterior, or possible safety hazards. This is a visual inspection of readily accessible areas. Our reports are compliant with the Australian Standard AS4349.1 – 2007 Inspection of Buildings. The report is easy-to-read, and Steve is ready and willing to discuss it with you. Steve is a Licenced Builder, Building Consultant, Building Inspector, and Clerk of Works with over 35 years of experience in residential and commercial construction. His vast knowledge of the building and construction industry makes him the go-to inspector who will get the job done. The flat rate for this service is for single dwelling residential buildings only. It does not apply to commercial, industrial, or residential buildings with multiple tenancies or acreage properties with multiple buildings. We offer a quality assurance that includes outstanding service, thorough inspections, and professional ongoing advice.
Timber Pest Inspection
Our Timber Pest Inspection includes the location and identification of termites, borers, and any prior significant timber pest activity. If there is damage, Steve will advise you from a builder’s perspective on the severity and make recommendations on what work is required. He can also put you in contact with local trades to help rectify and/or manage problems. Steve is an Accredited Timber Pest Inspector and a Licenced Builder with over 35 years of experience in residential and commercial construction. Steve’s comprehensive report will include the identification of any live termite or timber pest activity, possible identification of previous timber pest activity, and evidence of past termite or timber pest treatments. It also features an assessment of conditions affecting the property which may be conducive to termite activity, as well as the identification of other timber pests such as wood borers. This is a visual inspection of readily accessible areas. Our reports are fully compliant with the Australian Standard AS4349.3 – 2010 Inspection of Buildings – Timber Pest Inspections. The final report is easy-to-read, and Steve is ready and willing to discuss the findings with you to ensure you fully understand the condition of the property. We offer a quality assurance that includes outstanding service, thorough inspections, and professional ongoing advice.
Location
75 Blanch St, Boat Harbour NSW 2316
About
Smaart Building Consultancy
Smaart Building Consultancy, led by Steve Maartensz, provides professional building and timber pest inspection services across Newcastle, Maitland, Nelson Bay, Port Stephens, and surrounding areas. With over 35 years of experience in residential and commercial construction, Steve is a multi-disciplined expert whose qualifications include being a Licensed Builder, Building Consultant, Building Inspector, Clerk of Works, and Accredited Timber Pest Inspector. His extensive industry knowledge is trusted by solicitors, conveyancers, real estate agents, and engineers. The company specialises in pre-purchase and pre-sale vendor building and timber pest reporting. These inspections are visual assessments of readily accessible areas, conducted in accordance with Australian Standards AS4349.1 for building inspections and AS4349.3 for timber pest inspections. Reports are designed to be easy to read and include colour photographs along with professional recommendations on any issues found. A comb
Reviews
5.0Geoff Sinclair
Grant was very helpful and accommodating. While looking to exchange contracts on a property he provided over the phone advice with a full report that followed giving suggestions along the way. Good and easy to deal with.
Brooke Gleeson
Steve gave us an incredibly detailed pre purchase report which helped us negotiate a better price! He even took the time to explain all of my questions over the phone the next day. We were very happy with the service and highly recommend Smaart building to anyone.
ben obermayer
As a prospective buyer Steve had performed the building report of a property I was interested in purchasing. He went above and beyond answering my questions and running through the report, outlining things that would need work and all my queries. He was knowledgeable and friendly. I would recommend.