Hamley Home Inspections

15/06/2026

“It’s a new house, so it should be fine…because it’s covered under warranty.” Nope! This warranty covers the builder; if they die or become insolvent. You still need to fight it out with the builder to get them to agree to repair structural and non-structural defects.

We regularly identify issues in newer builds, including waterproofing defects (approximately 1 in every three new wet areas inspected are defective), drainage problems, poor ventilation, movement cracking, incomplete finishes, and non-compliant building work. In some cases, rapid construction timeframes and poor workmanship can create significant issues long before a home starts to ‘age.’

A newer property may LOOK perfect at first glance, but many defects aren’t visible during open inspections. That’s why a thorough pre-purchase building inspection is still incredibly important, regardless of the property’s age.

Buying newer doesn’t mean skipping due diligence. Get peace of mind before you buy and reach out to the Hamley team here - https://hamley.com.au/

10/06/2026

A proper building inspection is much more than a quick walk-through.

Our inspections typically take between 2 and 4 hours, depending on the property, and we inspect the areas that many buyers never see. This can include:

✔️ Roof cavities
✔️ Subfloors
✔️ Moisture detection in wet areas
✔️ Drainage and ventilation
✔️ Structural movement
✔️ Roof coverings and guttering
✔️ Walls, floors, ceilings, doors, and windows
✔️ Sheds, pergolas, fences, and external areas
✔️ Signs of timber pest activity

We also use tools such as moisture detection equipment and thermal imaging to identify hidden issues that may not be visible during a standard walkthrough.

Learn more about what’s included in a Hamley inspection and contact our team - https://hamley.com.au/

01/06/2026

This is exactly why a building inspection isn't optional when you're spending half a million dollars or more on a property.

During a pre-purchase inspection last month, we identified behind what appeared to be a cosmetic renovation and found severe rising damp that had travelled up two internal walls. The buyer was two days from signing unconditionally. We've been doing this for over 25 years, and we still find something significant on nearly every inspection.

The Melbourne property market is competitive, but rushing past an inspection is the most expensive shortcut you'll ever take.

Book before you bid. Book your pre-purchase inspection here - hamley.com.au

29/05/2026

Most people spend more time researching a coffee machine than they do vetting the person they're trusting with an $800,000 property decision.

The building inspection industry in Australia is largely unregulated. Anyone can legally call themselves a building inspector, with no mandatory licence, no minimum time on site, and no enforced standard of practice.

Before you book anyone, ask them these questions. If they can't answer yes to all of them…keep looking.

For the record, we can. 50+ years combined experience, VBA registered, HIA award winners, up to 4 hours on site, and a follow-up call on every report.

Send this to someone who's about to book an inspection. It could save them thousands. 👇

16/04/2026

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