First Call Property Inspections is a local business that puts quality first. All of our inspectors hold Class C builders licences that ensures you get the most accurate report for your property along with the knowledge and advice to assist with any questions you may have. First Call offers a deferred payment plan that allows the purchaser to pay for the reports at settlement, provided the sale takes place within the 4 month period. We understand that the sale of your home is a stressful time and take all care to assist you where we can.
All FCPI inspectors are licensed building assessors. Our inspectors have more than 20 years of experience in the building industry and are also qualified pest inspectors and carpenters.
Yes, our inspectors will complete the four reports required to sell your house:
Building Report
Pest Report
Compliance Report
Energy Efficiency Report
Once all file documents have been received from ACTPLA, our inspectors will take from 1 -3 hours to inspect your property (depending on size and complexity) .
Completed reports are generally sent out the following workday after the inspection.
In most cases, as quickly as we can get access to the property's files, we can perform the Inspection shortly after, with the report delivered to your in-box the next business day (if fast turnaround chosen, costs apply).
Yes we have full Professional Indemnity & Public Liability coverage policies.
Our inspectors find that the properties that are tidy and free of clutter are the best to inspect. Stored or unwanted items in rooms become obstructions that slow the inspection process and may bring the report into question if there are too many. So de-clutter and remove any unwanted items. This will also assist with photography.
The same goes for the building’s exterior. Stored items or excessive vegetation abutting the building are not only obstructions but also can be conducive conditions that can lead to timber pest attack.
Energy rating software differs for new and old homes. New homes are rated out of 10 Stars, whilst old homes (including new homes that have been occupied) are rated out of 6 Stars. Legislation in the ACT requires all homes that are being sold to be assessed using FirstRate 4 software. So if your star rating is not as high as expected this could be the reason.
Please move or make clear stored items, parked cars etc from under access points for ceilings and floors.
Unfortunately, we do not provide this service currently.
No, these are specialist fields and we recommend you request an inspection from the relevant trade person.
No. We recommend you get an asbestos hygienist if you are concerned that there is asbestos material used that may require testing.