Engineer-Led
Building Inspections.
Inspect Once.
Upgrade Report
Anytime.
We are Australia's only building inspection service where every inspection is led by a Chartered Engineer and Licensed Builder. Start with a standard inspection at standard pricing. Upgrade to a formal engineering or dispute-level report anytime, no second visit required. From $495 inc. GST for a 3-bedroom home.
We Provide Industry-Leading Building Inspections Backed by Engineers
Most building inspectors in Australia hold a Certificate IV. They can tell you what they see. They cannot tell you why it is happening, how serious it is, or what to do about it.
At BINM, every inspection is conducted by a Chartered Engineer and Licensed Builder. From the moment we arrive on site, we have the qualifications to diagnose the problem, assess the risk, and recommend a clear rectification path — all in the same report, from the same visit.
Our reports are delivered within 48 hours, written in plain English, and structured to be defensible at VCAT or in legal proceedings from day one.
Superior Qualifications
Chartered Engineers and Licensed Builders — a 4-year engineering degree, professional registration, and building practitioner licensing in the same person.
No Double Fees
Traditional inspectors refer you to an engineer when something serious is found. At BINM you start with the engineer. No second inspection, no second fee.
Seamless Report Upgrades
One inspection collects everything. Choose a standard report now and upgrade to a formal engineering or dispute-level report anytime without a second fee.
Same-Week Availability
Locally-based engineers in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Adelaide. Same-week availability across all four cities. Reports within 48 hours.
We Have Chartered Engineers Across Australia
Our inspectors are locally-based Chartered Engineers and Licensed Building Practitioners. A strict qualification requirement ensures every inspector meets the highest professional standard before joining BINM.
James R.
Chartered Engineer
B.Eng (Civil) · NER ListedMelbourne, VIC
Sarah M.
Chartered Engineer
B.Eng (Structural) · NER ListedSydney, NSW
David K.
Chartered Engineer
B.Eng (Civil) · Licensed BuilderBrisbane, QLD
Our Inspectors Are High-Calibre Qualified Engineers and Builders
A strict pre-qualification process ensures every BINM inspector is a Chartered Engineer, Licensed Building Practitioner, or both — with the professional accountability and insurance to match.
Superior Baseline at Standard Rates
Start with a qualified engineer for the price of a non-engineer standard inspection, from $495 (inc. GST) for a 3-bedroom home.
No Double Fees
Save time and money. Traditional inspectors do not have engineers in-house. There is no need to hire a separate engineering firm if structural issues are found.
Seamless Upgrades
Effortlessly upgrade your inspection data to a formal engineering or dispute-level report if required, no second inspection needed.
Premium Qualifications
Inspections are conducted by state-registered experts, including Chartered Engineers and Licensed Builders.
Our Standards and Our Reach
Building Inspections Near Me operates across four states with locally-based Chartered Engineers ready for your needs.
VIC, NSW, QLD, SA
Guaranteed
3-bedroom home
Upgrade Report Anytime
Inspect. Report. Protect.
Three clear steps designed to give you confidence and control over your property.
Inspect
Book online or call 1800 796 776. A Chartered Engineer will be matched to your job and confirm same-week availability.
Report
One thorough site visit. All data, photos, measurements and observations captured by a qualified engineer.
Protect
Receive your report and choose the level that suits your needs. Upgrade to a formal engineering report anytime — no second inspection required.
What's the Real Difference?
A factual, qualification-based comparison, not marketing. Here is what changes when your inspector is actually an engineer.
| Capability | Standard Building Inspector | Our Inspectors |
|---|---|---|
| Provide engineering opinion | ✗ | ✓ |
| Diagnose structural behaviour | Limited | ✓ |
| Assess causation (why cracks/leaks occur) | ✗ | ✓ |
| Recommend structural rectification | Must refer | ✓ |
| Upgrade report without reinspection | Usually not | ✓ |
| Produce dispute-ready expert reports | ✗ | ✓ |
| Chartered professional registration | Not required | ✓ |
| National Engineering Register listed | ✗ | ✓ |
| Personal professional liability | Limited | ✓ |
Hear From Our Satisfied Clients
Real feedback from homebuyers, investors and property owners across Australia.
"We found cracking in the walls of a property we were about to buy. The BINM engineer did not just flag it. He explained exactly what was causing it, how serious it was, and gave us a cost estimate to fix it. We used that to negotiate $18,000 off the price."
Sarah T.
Pre-Purchase Inspection · Melbourne
"I had three stage inspections on our new build. Every time the engineer found things the builder's own inspector missed. The pre-plaster inspection alone found waterproofing issues that would have been a nightmare to fix after plastering."
Michael and Jen R.
New Build Inspection · Brisbane
"We had a neighbour start excavation right on our boundary. BINM did a dilapidation survey before works started then monitored during construction. When minor cracking appeared we had the engineering evidence we needed. Absolute peace of mind."
David K.
Adjoining Works Protection · Sydney