A building inspection is an on site review of the actual construction as it progresses.

A house inspector will check for the existence of pests or infestation.

One thing a home inspector won’t do is reveal whether the property represents value for money.

A building inspection enforces the State Construction Code; this will ensure that a building will meet minimum safety standards to protect either residential or commercial building users.

You could consider having the home inspected for possible future health hazards such as radon gas, asbestos or potential water or waste disposal system problems.

The aim of the building inspection is to ensure compliance is met in accordance with the plans and the construction code.

It is not the intention of a building inspection to point out every defect of small problem in a property.

A building inspection should also point out the positive aspects of the building.

A home inspector will look carefully at the properties structure, the kind of construction and the mechanical systems of the home.

There are many different building codes and standards that regulate construction and building inspection services.