Services

Independent inspections. One standard.

Protecting your investment. Giving you confidence — across Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian and West Lothian.

Independent New Build Home Inspection
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Our primary service

Independent New Build Home Inspection

A full independent inspection of your new home, documented in a report your builder can act on.

Who it’s for
Homeowners who have recently completed, or who are within their builder's defects period.
When to book
Any time after handover — most homeowners book within the first few weeks of moving in.
Typical duration
3 – 5 hours at the property, depending on size.
Report turnaround
PDF report delivered within 48 hours.
  • Every room inspected inside and out
  • Drone roof inspection included as standard
  • High-resolution photographs of every finding
  • Practical recommendations for remedial works
  • Builder-ready digital report
Pre-Completion Home Inspection
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Before you complete

Pre-Completion Home Inspection

Carried out before you collect the keys, while you still hold every piece of leverage.

Who it’s for
Buyers who have not yet legally completed on their new home.
When to book
In the days before completion, once the property is finished and the builder offers access.
Typical duration
3 – 5 hours at the property, depending on size.
Report turnaround
PDF report delivered within 48 hours — usually sooner where completion is imminent.
  • Recognised by the New Homes Quality Code
  • Full internal and external inspection
  • Drone roof inspection included as standard
  • Clear list of items to resolve before completion
  • Independent of your builder, always
Thermal Imaging Enhancement
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Optional enhancement · +£50

Thermal Imaging Enhancement

Reveals hidden heat loss, missing insulation and potential moisture issues a visual inspection cannot see.

Who it’s for
Homeowners who want certainty about insulation, draughts and hidden moisture.
When to book
Added to any inspection at the time of booking.
Typical duration
Adds around 45 minutes to your inspection.
Report turnaround
Thermal images are included in the same 48-hour report.
  • Missing or displaced insulation identified
  • Air leakage and draught paths located
  • Cold bridging around windows and doors recorded
  • Potential moisture issues highlighted
  • Thermal images included in your report

What’s included

Included as standard. Every inspection.

  • Independent New Build Home Inspection
  • Comprehensive Digital Inspection Report
  • High Resolution Photographs
  • Professional Drone Roof Inspection (where safe and appropriate)
  • Practical Recommendations
  • Builder Ready Report
  • PDF Report Delivered Within 48 Hours

The only optional enhancement

Thermal Imaging Inspection

+£50

Thermal imaging can help identify hidden heat loss, missing insulation and potential moisture issues which may not be visible during a standard visual inspection.

Our inspection process

From booking to builder.

  1. 1

    Book Your Home Inspection

    Choose your date and time online. It takes two minutes.

  2. 2

    We Carry Out Your Independent Inspection

    An experienced construction professional attends your home.

  3. 3

    Every Area Is Carefully Inspected

    Inside, outside and the roof — nothing skipped.

  4. 4

    Every Defect Is Professionally Photographed

    Clear, high-resolution evidence of each finding.

  5. 5

    We Prepare Your Comprehensive Report

    Written up in plain English, page by page.

  6. 6

    You Receive Clear Recommendations

    Practical remedial advice, delivered within 48 hours.

  7. 7

    Share Your Report With Your Builder

    Forward it as it is. It's already builder-ready.

  8. 8

    Optional Re-inspection

    We return to confirm the works have been completed properly.

Protecting Your Investment. Giving You Confidence.

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