Bother with Remote Rental Inspections

Why Bother with Remote Rental Inspections in Perth?

May 04, 20252 min read

So, why would you use a service for remote rental inspections in Perth? What's the point? Well, there are some benefits that make looking for a rental much smoother, especially if you can't get to the viewings yourself.

One of the biggest advantages is the massive saving in time and money. If you live outside Perth, like in Sydney or even overseas, flying over just to see a few rentals costs a fortune. You've got flights, maybe a hotel, getting around Perth, and taking time off work.

A remote inspection service is way cheaper than all that travel. It saves you all those travel costs.

Plus, it saves you heaps of time you'd spend travelling. You can use that time for other stuff, like packing for your move to Perth!

Another top benefit is that it lets you see properties you otherwise couldn't. If you're interstate, overseas, or work crazy hours (like FIFO), you might miss out on great places because you can't make the viewing times.

A remote inspection service goes to those viewings when you can't. This means you get to check out more properties in Perth's competitive market.

You get a professional's detailed look. When you hire a proper service, the person doing the inspection knows what to check in a rental.

They've got experience spotting things like signs of damp, wear and tear, or issues with fittings that someone else might not notice.

Their report is usually thorough. It comes with loads of photos and videos, showing you the good and the not-so-good bits. It's not just the pretty pictures from the online ad. You get a real picture.

Using a professional service also means you get an unbiased view. A mate might try to help but might not see everything or know what's important when checking a rental. A professional inspector gives you a straight report on the property's state.

Lastly, it can actually help your rental application get noticed. The Perth market is tough right now. Showing the agent you're serious is important.

When you use a professional service and include their detailed report with your application, it shows the agent you've made a real effort to check out the property properly, even from a distance. This can make your application look stronger compared to others.

So, remote inspections mean convenience, saving money and time, getting expert opinions, and potentially giving your application a boost. They're a really useful tool for anyone chasing a rental in Perth, especially if you're not here already.

Jo Stuart, owner of View Buddy Perth, leads the only female-run rental inspection agency in Perth, WA. Known for her attention to detail, Jo ensures personalized, client-focused services that go beyond generic rental inspections.

Jo Stuart

Jo Stuart, owner of View Buddy Perth, leads the only female-run rental inspection agency in Perth, WA. Known for her attention to detail, Jo ensures personalized, client-focused services that go beyond generic rental inspections.

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