Pre-purchase asbestos inspections, explained
Buying a property in Adelaide? A targeted asbestos inspection sits between a building inspection and a full survey — and can save you tens of thousands.
Pre-purchase asbestos inspections are non-intrusive: an asbestos consultant visits the property, identifies suspect materials, and provides a report on likely locations and condition.
They sit between a standard building inspection (which doesn't specifically address asbestos) and a full intrusive survey used to establish risks before demolition or major works, depending on the property, proposed works and applicable WHS obligations.
For most residential buyers in Adelaide, the pre-purchase report is enough to make an informed decision and to budget for any future remediation.
Timing depends on inspection scope, access, sampling and laboratory requirements; AX4 confirms expected timing when the scope is agreed.
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