Newcastle

Building, buying, or renovating in Newcastle, the Hunter Valley or surrounding areas like Mayfield, Maitland, Cameron Park, Raymond Terrace or Belmont? Houspect is your trusted partner for independent, professional building inspections across the region.

We help homeowners, investors, builders and developers make confident, informed decisions—whether you’re starting a new build or assessing an existing one.

At Houspect, all our inspectors are licensed builders with at least 20 years’ experience in the construction industry. They know the building challenges and local council standards unique to Newcastle and the Hunter region—and bring practical insight to every inspection.

Curious about our inspectors? Meet our expert team here.

We offer a full suite of independent inspection services designed to support your property journey:

• New Construction & Stage Inspections – Stay in control of quality throughout your build.
• Handover/PCI Inspections – Identify any defects before accepting your new home.
• Problem Property & Defect Reports – Spot poor workmanship or code violations.
• Dilapidation Reports – Protect yourself and your project before construction begins.
• Building Disputes & NCAT Expert Witness Reports – Independent reporting to support disputes or legal proceedings.
• Pre-Purchase Building Inspections – Know exactly what you’re buying before you sign.

We consider the needs for each inspection and ensure each report is thorough, clear, and backed with high-resolution photographic evidence.

• Fully independent and impartial—we work for you, not the builder
• Licensed building inspectors with decades of industry experience
• Fast, efficient turnaround—reports usually delivered within 24 business hours
• Clear, detailed reporting with reference to NCC and Australian Standards
• Trusted by councils, developers and homeowners across NSW

We’ve already helped thousands of clients across NSW protect their investment—and we’d love to help you too.

Whether you need support navigating a building dispute, want a thorough construction stage inspection, or simply need peace of mind before settlement—Houspect is here to help.

Don’t take risks with one of your biggest investments—book your building inspection in Newcastle, Maryville, Maitland or anywhere in the Hunter Valley today.