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Barrenjoey Inspections delivers thorough combined building and pest inspections across Sydney and the Northern Beaches. In a single visit, Marc Hanley – a licensed builder with over 30 years of hands-on construction experience – assesses both the structural condition of the property and any evidence of timber pest activity. You receive one detailed photographic report, delivered within 24 hours, giving you everything you need to make a confident property decision before you commit.
Every combined building and pest inspection is conducted in line with Australian Standard AS4349 inspection and reporting guidelines. No shortcuts, no exceptions.
Barrenjoey Inspections provides professional combined building and pest inspections across Sydney and the Northern Beaches. We specialise in pre-purchase inspections for buyers, sellers, and investors – delivering fully independent reports based on what we find at the property, not what anyone wants us to find. Our focus is clear, factual findings that give you the confidence to make informed property decisions backed by evidence, not guesswork.
Founded by Marc Hanley, a licensed builder with over 30 years of hands-on construction experience, Barrenjoey Inspections brings real site knowledge to every building and pest inspection in Sydney. All inspections are conducted as thorough visual assessments in line with Australian Standard AS4349, covering accessible areas and identifying structural defects, timber pest risks, and visible safety concerns. No conflicts of interest. No pressure. Just accurate findings.
To be the most trusted provider of building and pest inspections on the Northern Beaches, known for accurate findings, independent reporting, and clear reports that support confident property decisions.
To deliver thorough, standards-compliant building and pest inspections across Sydney with fast report turnaround, independent findings, and practical advice for property buyers and sellers.
Founder of Barrenjoey Inspection
Whether you are buying your first home, adding to a portfolio, or preparing to sell, a professional building and pest inspection in Sydney is essential. Our inspection services are designed to protect you from hidden structural issues, active timber pest activity, and unexpected repair costs. We service all suburbs across the Northern Beaches, North Shore, and greater Sydney.
Our combined pre-purchase building and pest inspection is the most comprehensive protection you can get before committing to a property. Marc carries out a thorough visual assessment covering structural integrity, visible defects, moisture risks, timber pest activity, roof void and subfloor where accessible, and general safety concerns. Conducted in strict compliance with Australian Standard AS4349, with a detailed photographic report delivered within 24 hours. This is the inspection Sydney buyers book before auctions and cooling-off deadlines.
Need a building-only assessment without the timber pest component? Our buyer building inspection covers structure, safety, moisture, and visible defects for buyers who have already arranged a separate pest report or where the property type warrants a building-focused assessment. AS4349 compliant with a full photographic report delivered within 24 hours.
Our most popular service. The complete combined building and pest inspection Sydney buyers rely on to make confident purchase decisions. You receive a comprehensive structural and timber pest assessment in one detailed report — no need to coordinate multiple inspectors, no overlapping fees, and no delays. Delivered within 24 hours. This is the most efficient, most thorough way to protect your property purchase.
Purchasing a unit or apartment across Sydney or the Northern Beaches? Strata properties require a different inspection approach. Our strata and apartment inspection assesses the individual lot as well as visible common property areas, giving you a clear picture of the lot condition and shared building elements that could affect your investment. Particularly relevant for the high volume of apartment stock across the Northern Beaches, North Shore, and Inner Sydney.
A combined building and pest inspection gives you an independent, factual assessment of a property’s visible condition before you commit. Marc Hanley, a licensed builder with over 30 years of construction experience, examines accessible areas, documents structural defects, safety concerns, and timber pest risks, and delivers a clear written report. Every inspection at Barrenjoey Inspections is conducted systematically with findings reported accurately and without influence from any third party.
Structural assessment and timber pest inspection completed in a single visit, saving you time before auction or cooling-off deadlines.
A combined inspection costs less than booking a building and pest inspection separately, with no compromise on the thoroughness of either assessment.
All structural and pest findings are delivered in a single easy-to-read photographic report within 24 hours, with no need to cross-reference two separate documents.
Structural defects and pest activity often interact. A combined assessment identifies both in the same visit, giving you the full picture before you sign anything.
We provide combined pre-purchase building and pest inspections, standalone buyer building inspections, strata and apartment inspections, vendor pre-sale inspections, and pre-construction and dilapidation inspections. All inspections are conducted as thorough visual assessments in line with Australian Standard AS4349 by a licensed builder with over 30 years of construction experience.
Our pre-purchase building and pest inspection covers structural elements including roof framing, walls, and foundations, roof space and subfloor areas where safely accessible, internal and external surfaces, moisture detection, visible defects and safety hazards, general maintenance concerns, and timber pest activity including termites, timber decay, and wood borers.
All inspections follow AS4349 standards to ensure thorough and compliant reporting.
Yes. The Northern Beaches is one of the highest risk areas for termite activity in Sydney due to coastal humidity and proximity to bushland. Timber pest damage is not always visible and will not be identified in a standard building inspection.
A combined building and pest inspection identifies termite activity, timber decay, and wood borer damage early, before they become serious structural problems. We strongly recommend the combined service for all Northern Beaches properties.
Most inspections take between one and three hours depending on the size, age, and complexity of the property.
Larger homes, multi-level properties, and older buildings generally take longer due to the number of accessible areas requiring assessment.
Your detailed photographic inspection report is delivered within 24 hours of the inspection.
A follow-up phone call is also available to walk you through the key findings and answer any questions you have about the property.
Costs vary depending on property size, type, and location. We provide a free, no-obligation quote based on your specific property. Contact Marc directly for a fast and accurate quote with no surprises.
