Landlord Inspections

Protect your investment property with our range of inspections designed for Landlords, including minimum housing standards in QLD, building maintenance inspections and termite inspections.

Inspections for investment properties

Find out the condition of the property as seen by a licensed building inspector.

Minimum Housing Standards Inspections

Is the property safe for tenants and does it meet the legislative requirements?

Landlord Maintenance Inspections

Find out what maintenance is recommended to maintain your property.

Annual Timber Pest Inspections

Every home in Australia should be inspected annually for signs of termites.

Investment property
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Minimum Rental Standards

In Queensland, tenanted properties need to be a minimum standard as prescribed by the

Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Regulation 2009 (Schedule 5A)

These minimum standards come into effect for new tenancies from 1st September 2023, and all tenancies from 1st September 2024.

These standards prescribe that the property must be weatherproof, structurally sound, secure and be functional.

The property must be weatherproof, structurally sound and in 'good repair', with fixtures and fittings unlikely to cause injury to anyone under normal use. The property is required to be free of vermin, damp and mould. This does not apply if it has been caused by the tenants.

The property needs to have functioning locks on all external doors and locks or latches on windows (that can be reached without a ladder) to prevent unauthorised entry. Privacy must be provided in areas where it is reasonably expected.

The property must have adequate plumbing and drainage and be connected to a water supply that provides hot and cold water, with each toilet functioning as designed.

If the property has a kitchen, the cooktop must function.  If the property has a laundry, it must have functioning laundry fittings.

How can Dedant help you?

Our licensed building inspectors can check the property for any signs of major safety hazards, structural defects and signs of water ingress. They will use specialised tools such as a moisture meter and thermal imaging camera, to investigate if the property is weatherproof and if there are any damp issues within the property.

The Minimum Rental Standards Inspection will report on the following -

 

  • Signs of damage to the property that could be a safety hazard, such a ceiling that could collapse or signs of wood decay in the supports of a balcony.
  • Signs of dampness in the property or water staining.
  • Property is in good repair with fixtures and fittings unlikely to cause injury through normal use.
  • The property has functioning locks and latches as required under the legislation.
  • Signs of vermin and visual signs of mould
  • That the property meets the privacy coverings requirements.
  • That toilets work, cooktop works, and laundry has the correct fixtures to meet requirements.

Landord Maintenance Inspection

Maintenance inspections on investment properties give you the peace of mind that you are aware of the items that should be addressed to maintain the condition of the property.

Issues are classified into two groups - Major Defects and Minor Defects.

Major Defects - these items should be addressed immediately to prevent further damage to the property, are safety issues are a defect with a major element of the construction.

Minor Defects - these items should be addressed sometime in the future during your routine maintenance schedule.

The Landlord Maintenance Inspection includes assessment of the following areas -

 

  • Building structure (Internal and external)
  • Fences
  • Site - up to 30m from the main building structure.
Investment property
Investment property

Annual Timber Pest Inspection

Maintenance inspections on investment properties give you the peace of mind that you are aware of the items that should be addressed to maintain the condition of the property.

Issues are classified into two groups - Major Defects and Minor Defects.

Major Defects - these items should be addressed immediately to prevent further damage to the property, are safety issues are a defect with a major element of the construction.

Minor Defects - these items should be addressed sometime in the future during your routine maintenance schedule.

The Landlord Maintenance Inspection includes assessment of the following areas -

 

  • Building structure (Internal and external)
  • Fences
  • Site - up to 30m from the main building structure.

Why is a Building and Pest Inspection Important?

Identify Safety Hazards

The report will contain details on any defects that are considered safety issues and have the potential to cause harm to persons if not rectified immediately.

Major Defects

A major defect should be repaired immediately. Failure to repair can cause further damage to the property or affect the liveability of the property.  It can also be a defect to a major structural component of the building.

Minor Defects

By definition, a minor defect is a maintenance issue that should be addressed at some time in the future to maintain the upkeep of the property. 

Timber Pests

The inspector will identify any visual signs of termite activity, make recommendations on conducive conditions and report on whether the property has a current termite management plan. 

What areas are inspected in a commercial building and timber pest inspection?

Subject to safe and reasonable access, this inspection is a visual assessment of the following areas;

The Interior of the property

Including walls, flooring, ceilings, windows, doors, bathrooms, laundry, stairs and built in cabinetry.

The roof void

Subject to height restrictions and safe and reasonable access.

The Exterior of the property

Including stairs, garage, external finishes, gutter, eaves, porch, weep holes and ventilation, exterior door components.

The subfloor of the property

If applicable and subject to safe and reasonable access.

The roof exterior

Will be viewed from a ladder subject to height restrictions. This includes gutter and downpipes.

The property 30m from the main building

Including fencing, retaining walls, driveways, paths, surface drainage.

Commercial property

Common Defects in a commercial building and timber pest inspection

Items not covered by a building and pest inspection.

A building and timber pest inspection is conducted by an experienced builder and timber pest technician.  It does not include any areas outside of the builder's expertise (such as plumbing or electrical items) These areas should be inspected by a licensed tradesperson in the relevant areas.

Asbestos
Home appliances

If the property is being sold with appliances such as a dishwasher, air conditioning unit, range hood, ducted vacuum system,  Inskinkertor, oven or other electrical items, these are not part of the building and pest inspection and should be checked by a licensed electrician.

Other Accessories

Such as CCTV, alarm systems, smoke detectors, power points, garden irrigation systems, television plugs or intercom system.  A licensed electrician should be engaged to assess these items.

Swimming pools (including compliance with fencing)

The building and pest inspector is not qualified to comment on the condition of the pool, whether the fence meets safety standards, the condition or function of the pool equipment. Contact your local pool inspector for this service.

Compliance to building codes

The building and pest inspection does not comment on the structure's compliance with local building codes or regulations.  Your conveyancer should check for building approvals and that the structure has been certified by a building certifier.

Toxic and hazardous substances

The building report will note whether the house is likely to contain hazardous materials such as asbestos based on the age of the structure, however materials cannot be determined without sending for further investigation and testing.  This is not included in the building and pest inspection.  Mould is another toxic substance that requires identification by a specialist, not a building inspector.

Natural disasters

The building inspection does not include comment about the likelihood of the area flooding, experiencing erosion or a landslide.

Why Choose Dedant Building and Pest Inspections?

  • Local knowledge

    We are a Brisbane based, family owned company that has been operating since 2008.  Servicing Brisbane, Ipswich, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and everywhere in between. We have local knowledge,  friendly customer service staff and experienced inspectors.  Therefore, you are in good hands with Dedant.

  • Wide Range of Services

    Providing a range of services for home buyers, home sellers, landlords and home owners.  Dedant’s friendly staff can assist with your building and pest inspections, maintenance inspections, landlord condition inspections, termite inspections, invasive inspections or termite treatments. See our full range of services here

  • Latest Technology

    Our inspectors use the latest technology during every inspection.  This includes a moisture meter, thermal imaging camera and movement sensors such as Termatrac.  Unquestionably all of our inspectors are professional, highly experienced, licensed and insured.

  • We make booking easy

    Bookings are made easy, we work with the Real Estate Agent to avoid any confusion and concerns.  We can also organise other inspections for you at the same time, such as swimming pool inspections, asbestos testing and meth testing.  Blueridge Consultants trading as Dedant Building and Pest inspections is licensed with QBCC.

We are committed to providing outstanding service at a fair price.
For rapid service and reports, contact DedAnt Building and Pest Inspections today.

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Thanks Rick from Dedant for your professional and prompt service. Rick was able to explain clearly the issues that he found with the property and was more than happy to answer any questions, even a few days after the inspection when we had queries. The report was thorough with clear photos of any issues that were picked up and delivered so quickly. A wonderful friendly and professional service that I would highly recommend to anyone. Thanks so much, Rick.
We were recommended to Dedant and we couldn’t have been happier with the service. They scheduled us in very quickly and the process was easy. Our inspector on the day was Rick and he was very knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. He was more than happy to answer any questions we had and made sure we fully understood his findings. Additionally, the report we received came through shortly after the inspection and was very detailed and easy to understand. We will definitely use Dedant again and will be recommending them.
We had Rick complete our building and pest inspection prior to purchasing an investment property. He was professional and thorough, and provided a high quality service. Gave us some excellent advice. Would highly recommend.
We had Steve come and complete our building and pest inspection prior to purchasing our first home. Steve was professional and thorough, and provided a high quality service. The report that we received following the inspection was very thorough and easy to read. Would highly recommend Dedant Building and Pest.
We had Rick come to complete a building and pest inspection before the purchase of our home. He was very very thorough, did a fantastic job and overall we had a great customer service experience with him. We highly recommend Rick and the team at Dedant Building and Pest!
Clear communication and inspection completed simply and well.
The receptionist was nice and friendly. I didn’t have much time to do inspection but they did it promptly for me. I also thought reasonable price, too.
These guys were so lovely from the beginning to end of the process. As someone buying a property they were great liaising with the realestate. Thanks again ✨
Easy to book and did next day inspection!! Rick came and did my unit and I couldn't say anything bad he was amazing. Talked me through everything in terms I could understand and was very helpful to my questions. Highly recommend. Quick turn around for report, received it same day later that afternoon.
I was very impressed with the professionalism and thoroughness of the team, especially Christopher, our inspector. He did an excellent job of identifying and explaining any potential issues with the property.I will highly recommend Dedant.Thank you again for your excellent service.
Great company to deal with , from the service to booking to really great inspectors who went above and beyond , we have used them twice year and will definitely use again highly recommend if your looking for a professional inspectors .
Absolutely great service, form the initial phone call, to the inspector that came out (if you get David your in luck) these guys are exceptionally professionally and very knowledgeable in what they do. No trying to up sell you in what needs to be done, just Honest down to earth solutions.
The team were great to deal with, super efficient and VERY informative when undertaking a recent property building and pest inspection for us. HIGHLY recommended for service and quality. Thank you for delivering beyond our expectations.
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Very thorough inspection and received the report promptly.Thank you Dedant!
Our inspection was carried out by Stephen. This is our first time buying a property and he was very open with knowledge and advice for us. He completed the inspection promptly and we received a thorough, detailed report very quickly (same day), which is obviously critical with a time sensitive situation like meeting B&P conditions. We will definitely use Dedant for any future inspections, thank you!
Prompt response when requesting a quote and arrived on time to the appointment. Thorough inspection and explained everything he was doing throughout the process. Provided a same-day report detailing all major and minor defects and recommended appropriate professionals to remedy each issue. All around a fantastic experience at a great price.
Steve provided exceptional service for our building and pest inspection. He was knowledgeable, thorough, and professional throughout the process. Communication was excellent, and the report was delivered promptly. Highly recommended for anyone needing inspections!
I would 100% recommend Dedant. I used Dedant to conduct 2 building and pests while my partner and I were looking to buy our first home. I could not recommend Stephen higher. He was incredibly thorough and knowledgeable and gave me incredibly useful advice and insight that saved us from a bad purchase and reassured us of the home we ended up buying. Thank you so much Stephen!
Dedant were really good thanks so much guys we just got at the Holmview building and pest inspection. They have very knowledgeable inspectors who provide detailed reports. I would highly recommend them. Amazing job guys thanks again.
Very fast response and a very thorough report. They helped organize a separate pool inspection as well, which other vendors could not help me with. I highly recommend Dedant for building inspections.
Brilliant service, short booking time, turned up on time, report was delivered very quickly and was very thorough. Great value for money.
I have nothing but praise. Professionally dealt with by the office. Inspector Chris was professional, knowledgable and very thorough. Office based in Brisbane but they also service Sunshine Coast area. The bar is set high
Outstanding service from Tina, Stacey and Steve for our Building and Pest Inspection. They made the process so easy, affordable and the report was incredibly thorough. Thank you guys, you helped us have such a great experience. It really makes a difference when trying to buy your first home.
Thank you so much Dedant team for booking us in at such a short notice. Tina & Donna, you ladies are amazing!Our pre-purchase building and pest inspection was conducted by Stephen. He arrived on time and did a great job getting into all nooks and crannies of our future house. Then he spent some time with us pointing out the most important major issues, explaining them in detail and answering all our questions.The report was delivered the same day and was easy to understand, we’ll definitely use it as a todo list in the future.Thank you for your work guys, I can’t recommend you highly enough!
Very professional and good quality of work. Very easy to coordinate with the team.
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My home pre purchase building and pest inspections was done by DedAnt. They did the job very well. I highly recommend DedAnt building and pest Inspections.
The guy is very professional and explaining all the details and doing his job great.Highly recommended to your home for building and pest before purchase 👍Thank you guys
I would like to highly recommend them as they inspected in great detail and informed me of any problems with my newly purchased home.
We thoroughly recommend Dedant Building and Pest Inspections, we found them to be very thorough and easy to book, on a recent inspection when purchasing our home, we were given an extremely detailed report and in some areas where there were minor issues, a detailed reply and suggestions, I will be using Dedant for my annual pest inspection, I appreciated the recommendation from our Real Estate Agent
The inspection reports are very good and easy to understand.
Very professional and prompt service. The inspection report was issued same day. Highly recommend using Dedant Building and Pest Inspections
Highly recommended, Stephen has done 2 inspections for me and provides an exceptional level of service. Meticulous attention to detail and also followed up with a phone call to talk through and explain the findings. Use these guys before you buy a property and ask for Stephen!
I didn't realise I hadn't already given a review.I called dedant about 9 months ago because I had found some fairly big and obvious things wrong in my house after a different company had done the prepurchase inspection and given it the all clear. I wanted to make sure that something less obvious like termites hadn't also been missed.While I can't remember the name of the gentleman who did the inspection he was very thorough, methodical and talked me though things with clear and helpful explanations. It was night and day to the other company I used.If I could go back to 22 I would have used dedant from the start, not the other company recommended by a family member 😩
Thanks for your help we really appreciate it! Quick turnaround and very professional. Would recommend their services to anyone.
Awesome, friendly service. Quick turnaround with the report, despite it being a public holiday. Thanks for your efforts, guys!
Dedant was the only company with the best comparable price in the market. They are very kind, super fast and professional in their dealings. The inspector was kind to explain the issues on phone and to my roofing company to understand the issues fully. I would use them again in future. Thanks for your services.
Excellent service, great report,very friendly inspectors & customer service. Thank you.
Was very happy with the work completed by Dedant Building and pest. Would highly recommend them.
Very happy with their service. Stephen arrived on time, checked the property (yard, shed) carefully and was very easy to talk to. The final report was also very detailed to explain their findings and concerns. Highly recommended
Very thorough and professional with regards to inspection. The inspector spent about an hour to inspect each little thing that was our concern. He was very friendly to answer all our questions on site. The report was very detailed regarding all the pros and cons of the house in terms of its age etc and helped us make the right decision for our property purchase. Will high recommend them to friends and family.
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Excellent communication

A comprehensive report together with photos were excellent.

A great and professional attitude in assisting the customer towards achieving their requirements before purchasing home and property.

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1st time user the service was good and communication great
We had Daniel come and inspect our home before we bought a property and even though we recieved bad news about this property his professional manor and review that he made was hands down the best experience we have had. I recommend dedant to anyone that needs a building and pest inspection done to choose these guys, very very professional and the report was very detailed to every defect that was made visible, Thank you and well done .
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Fast, professional and very easy to deal with. Would recommend to anyone needing a building and pest inspection in Brisbane, particularly if you need it done quickly.
Did a great job and the inspector explained everything and showed myself the issues with the property. Very friendly staff also!
The team at DedAnt have been great to work with, as a client they always take on the advise you offer and highly value your service. They have a very friendly culture and have made us feel very much part of the team.
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