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Inline Building Inspections & Project Management

Inline Building InspectionsMelbourne & Geelong

One contact for inspections, access and reporting.

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Compliance with Confidence.
Inspection with Integrity.

Inspector using a moisture meter on a tiled shower wall
Understand the problem.
Know what to do next.

Our inspections

Wide view of timber framing during construction

Five-stage construction

Confidence at every stage.

What you can expect
  • Check important details while they’re still visible.
  • Identify issues before the next stage covers them.
  • Give your builder clear observations to work through.
  • Keep a photographic record as construction progresses.
  • Approach handover with a better understanding of your home.
See the stages
Recording an existing brickwork crack with a tape measure

Dilapidation reports

Record today. Reduce tomorrow’s disputes.

What you can expect
  • Document existing condition before nearby work begins.
  • Record visible cracks, damage and surface condition.
  • Support observations with photographs.
  • Establish a reference for later comparisons.
  • Coordinate access with owners and neighbouring properties.
Enquire about a report
Close-up of a floor tile defect recorded at handover

Defect & handover

A closer look before you take the keys.

What you can expect
  • Identify visible defects and unfinished work.
  • Review accessible finishes, fittings and workmanship.
  • Put concerns into a clear, practical report.
  • Give you a useful basis for discussions with your builder.
  • Help you understand what needs attention before handover.
Discuss handover
Café frontage documented for a commercial condition report

Rental & lease condition reports

A clear record at either end of the lease.

What you can expect
  • Document the property’s visible condition at entry or exit.
  • Record existing wear, damage and maintenance concerns.
  • Include photographs that put observations in context.
  • Provide a reference for discussions between the parties.
  • Help owners and tenants understand the condition recorded.
Discuss your property
Drone view of roof surfaces for an inspection record

Specialist inspections

Asbestos · Thermal imaging · Drone

What you can expect

Asbestos testing

Replace uncertainty with information.

  • Discuss suspect materials before renovation or disturbance.
  • Arrange appropriate sampling and laboratory testing.
  • Record where samples were taken.
  • Explain the findings in straightforward language.
  • Help you plan the next step with suitable specialists.

Thermal imaging

Another way to investigate a concern.

  • Examine temperature patterns on accessible surfaces.
  • Help locate areas that warrant closer investigation.
  • Support checks for suspected moisture or insulation issues.
  • Add useful images to the inspection record.
  • Explain findings alongside visual observations and other checks.

Drone inspections

A clearer view of hard-to-reach areas.

  • Capture roof and elevated-area images where conditions permit.
  • See details that may be difficult to observe from the ground.
  • Record visible roof surfaces and external features.
  • Put close-up observations into the context of the whole building.
  • Identify areas that may require closer physical inspection.
Ask about scope
Accessible timber floor framing and supports inspected before purchase

Pre-purchase inspections

See beyond the fresh paint.

What you can expect
  • Get an independent view of the property’s condition.
  • Identify visible defects and maintenance concerns.
  • Include non-invasive moisture checks where appropriate.
  • Flag areas that may need specialist investigation.
  • Make your buying decision with a clearer picture.
Tell us what you need

One contact. The right inspection.

Tell Inline what you need

One property, a building project or ongoing inspections.

We arrange the details

Suitable inspector, agreed scope and fee, booking and access.

Get clear findings

Your appointed inspector records findings and prepares the agreed report.

An experienced eye. Clear findings. Practical advice. Inline coordinates the service; the appointed inspector is responsible for their inspection and technical findings. Suitability and availability are confirmed before booking.

Owners corporations · Rooming houses · Property managers

Managing a building?

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Common-property inspections

Shared property. Clear priorities.

What you can expect
  • Review accessible common-property condition.
  • Document visible defects and maintenance concerns.
  • Give committees clear information for discussion.
  • Help inform maintenance planning and further investigations.
  • Coordinate access and reporting through one contact.
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Inspections & safety coordination

Practical support for busy operators.

What you can expect
  • Review accessible building and shared-area condition.
  • Record visible maintenance and safety concerns.
  • Coordinate access around occupants where practicable.
  • Identify matters requiring specialist assessment.
  • Help operators organise follow-up work and records.
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ESM coordination & reporting support

Keep the follow-up moving.

What you can expect
  • Help establish which measures and records need attention.
  • Coordinate suitable specialist inspections and servicing.
  • Track outstanding documentation and follow-up items.
  • Support the organisation of maintenance records.
  • Help owners understand the next steps for their building.
See more →

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See examples of our inspection work
From the field

Real inspections. Clear records.

A few examples of the conditions we document for clients, from accessible subfloor spaces to external elevations and roofs.

Cracking in brickwork above an arched opening
Pre-purchase inspection

Brickwork cracking

Visible cracking above an opening was photographed for the property condition record.

Existing vertical cracking to a brick masonry pier beside a gate
Dilapidation report

Existing masonry cracking

Cracking to a brick pier was recorded as part of the visible condition at the time of inspection.

Prominent cracking to an internal wall and ceiling junction
Inspection finding

Internal cracking

Visible cracking can be documented clearly, with its significance considered in the context of the property.

Images are examples of visual documentation. Findings and inspection scope differ for each property.

See the five construction stages
A closer look

Follow the build, stage by stage.

Select a stage for details.

Plan your inspections
Stage 01 / Before the pour

Slab and footing preparation

A visual check of accessible preparation and relevant details before concrete work closes them in.

Overview of slab reinforcement and formwork before concrete placement
Overview of the slab preparation.
Close-up of reinforcement, spacers and pipe penetrations at slab preparation
Reinforcement and service penetrations recorded before the pour.
Inline confirms the appointed inspector, timing and agreed scope for your build and contract before booking.
Also available

Pool barrier inspections

Attention to the details that matter.

Inline coordinates the booking with a suitably registered pool barrier inspector. Scope, fee and availability confirmed before booking.

What you can expect
  • Arrange an appropriately registered pool barrier inspector.
  • Review gates, latches and accessible barrier components.
  • Identify issues requiring rectification.
  • Explain the required follow-up clearly.
  • Coordinate the inspection and certification process.
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