Taree · Forster · Port Macquarie · Kempsey

Thorough Building & Pest Inspections
Across the Mid North Coast.

Fast, comprehensive property reporting for peace of mind in Taree, Forster, Port Macquarie, and surrounding areas.

✓ Clear, independent findings

✓ Understand your report

✓ Local service. Regional coverage.

Start with your next step

Find the right inspection.

Buying, selling or getting ready to settle? Start here.

Inspection services

Building & pest inspection

A clearer view of building condition and timber pest concerns before you buy.

Inspection services

Building inspection

Understand visible defects, maintenance concerns and areas that need a closer look.

Inspection services

Timber pest inspection

Check accessible areas for timber pest activity, damage and conducive conditions.

Popular starting point

Vendor report

Understand property condition before listing or auction. Discuss the intended use of your vendor report and how it may be shared with prospective buyers.

Inspection services

Building inspection

Understand visible defects, maintenance concerns and areas that need a closer look.

Inspection services

Timber pest inspection

Check accessible areas for timber pest activity, damage and conducive conditions.

Popular starting point

Pre-settlement inspection

Discuss agreed checks close to settlement. Share your settlement date, earlier reports and the specific matters you want assessed before booking.

Inspection services

Building & pest inspection

A clearer view of building condition and timber pest concerns before you buy.

Inspection services

Pre-auction inspection

Ask property condition questions before auction day. Send the address and auction date so inspection access and report timing can be discussed early.

Useful information. Clearly explained.

A report you can actually use.

Understand the property’s condition and the questions to ask before your next decision.

Know what was foundFindings and photographs presented in plain English.
See what needs attentionRecommended next steps and further checks where needed.
Understand the scopeAccessible areas, limitations and exclusions.

A closer look

The right tools. Thoughtful interpretation.

Technology supports the inspection. Tool use is agreed for the inspection scope.

Follow the signs of moisture.

Moisture readings help investigate areas of concern and guide further checks. They are interpreted alongside visible conditions.

What a reading can tell you

An elevated reading may indicate moisture in a material. It does not, by itself, establish the source or extent of a leak.

Look at temperature patterns.

Surface temperature differences can highlight an area that needs closer investigation. Thermal imaging does not see through walls.

How thermal imaging helps

Patterns can support investigation of moisture or insulation concerns. Findings need confirmation; the tool does not guarantee that all concealed issues will be found.

From enquiry to next steps

Simple from the start.

Tell us what you need.

Share your property address, inspection type and deadline.

Include the street address, property type and any auction or settlement deadline.

Request a quote

Confirm the details.

Receive your quote and agree the scope, access and appointment.

Your quote depends on property type, size, access and inspection scope.

Inspection services

Understand the findings.

Read your report and ask about the recommended next steps.

Findings and photographs presented in plain English, with recommended next steps and further checks where needed.

How to read your report

Our Customers Say It Best.

    
 
 
         
   Samantha Robinson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nick was a pleasure to deal with. He was professional and prompt with the service and provided a very detailed report. Would highly recommend his services.
  
 
        
   Joe Czechalikkal 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had Nick from Secure Inspections carry out our building and pest inspection, and we couldn't be happier with the service.

The report was amazingly detailed yet incredibly easy to read, packed with clear photos that pointed out every issue directly. What really stood out was the time Nick took after the inspection—he had a long, thorough discussion with us to explain every detail and make sure we understood everything.

Professional, thorough, and genuinely helpful. If you need a building and pest inspection, call Nick!
  
 
        
   wazzahunter 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very happy with the professionalism and attention to detail in my building and pest inspection report, carried out by Nick, Thankyou !
  
 
        
   Primal Baby 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nick was incredible. I called him at short notice and he was able do the inspection the next day and report sent through the same evening.
Thorough and easy to read report. Would highly recommend to anyone.
  
 
        
   Fiona Runting 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nick Yellapu inspected and wrote thorough report within 72 hours. Great photography and recommendations. Excellent online system for cataloging results. Would use again without hesitation. Thank you Nick!
  
 
        
   Gary Denham 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very competent and friendly. Great service.
  
 
        
   Sumit M 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. One of the best building and pest inspection experience I had. Nick is fantastic in his work. He was very communicative and handle the entire process smoothly for us. He also explained the report in detail. I would come back to Nick for any future requirements around central coast nsw.
  
 
        
   Georgie Brookes 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolute pleasure to work with Nick. Can’t recommend him enough. So professional and thorough. Really nice guy.
  
 
        
   Thomas Russell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Transparent, honest and professional.

We recently had Nick inspect a property for us. His report has given us confidence to be able to move forward and highlighted areas we never thought to think about.
Thank you Nick and the Team at Secure Building.
  
 
  
  
 
 
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Local coverage

Find your service area.

Browse the listed locations or search by town or region. Coverage, travel arrangements and availability are confirmed for the exact property address.

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Good questions. Clear answers.

Before you book.

Which inspection should I choose?

A combined building and timber pest inspection is a useful starting point when buying. Building, pest, vendor and pre-settlement inspections have different purposes. Tell us about your property and decision so the right scope can be agreed.

How much will my inspection cost?

Your quote depends on property type, size, access and inspection scope. Send the address and service you need for a property-specific quote.

When will I receive my report?

Tell us your deadline when enquiring. Appointment availability and report timing are confirmed before you book.

Can an inspection find every hidden problem?

No. Inspections cover the agreed scope and safely accessible areas. Concealed or inaccessible conditions can require further investigation. Read the agreement and report for the relevant limitations.

Your next step

Let's get a clearer picture of your property.

A few details are all we need to start your property-specific quote.

Scope, price and timing confirmed before booking.

Thorough Building & Pest Inspections
Across the Mid North Coast.

Find the right inspection.

Building & pest inspection

Building inspection

Timber pest inspection

Vendor report

Building inspection

Timber pest inspection

Pre-settlement inspection

Building & pest inspection

Pre-auction inspection

A report you can actually use.

The right tools. Thoughtful interpretation.

Follow the signs of moisture.

Look at temperature patterns.

Simple from the start.

Tell us what you need.

Confirm the details.

Understand the findings.

Our Customers Say It Best.

Find your service area.

Taree & Manning Valley

Forster–Tuncurry & Great Lakes

Port Macquarie & the Hastings

Kempsey & Macleay Valley

Before you book.

Let's get a clearer picture of your property.

Thorough Building & Pest InspectionsAcross the Mid North Coast.

Find the right inspection.

Building & pest inspection

Building inspection

Timber pest inspection

Vendor report

Building inspection

Timber pest inspection

Pre-settlement inspection

Building & pest inspection

Pre-auction inspection

A report you can actually use.

The right tools. Thoughtful interpretation.

Follow the signs of moisture.

Look at temperature patterns.

Simple from the start.

Tell us what you need.

Confirm the details.

Understand the findings.

Our Customers Say It Best.

Find your service area.

Taree & Manning Valley

Forster–Tuncurry & Great Lakes

Port Macquarie & the Hastings

Kempsey & Macleay Valley

Before you book.

Let's get a clearer picture of your property.

Thorough Building & Pest Inspections
Across the Mid North Coast.