How Much Time Does the Average Perth Renter Save With Remote Inspections?
In Perth's competitive rental market, finding the perfect property often feels like a part-time job. Between researching listings, scheduling viewings, traveling across the city, and attending home opens, prospective tenants invest significant hours in their property search – time that could be spent on work, family, or leisure activities.
At View Buddy Perth, we've been tracking the time savings our remote inspection services provide. The results are eye-opening, revealing just how much time the traditional property hunting process consumes and how our virtual solution is giving Perth renters their weekends back.
The Traditional Property Search: A Time Audit
To understand the true value of remote inspections, we first needed to quantify the time investment of conventional property hunting. We surveyed 150 recent Perth renters who used traditional in-person inspection methods and tracked their time expenditure:
Average Time Per Property Viewing (Traditional Method):
Research time: 25 minutes (reviewing listing, checking location, amenities)
Travel time: 35 minutes (round trip)
Waiting time at home opens: 12 minutes
Actual inspection time: 18 minutes
Follow-up research after viewing: 15 minutes
Total time investment per property: 105 minutes (1 hour and 45 minutes)
Our survey revealed that the average Perth renter views 8.3 properties before submitting applications, translating to approximately 14.5 hours spent just on property viewings – nearly two full workdays.
The Remote Inspection Alternative: Real Data
In contrast, we analyzed the time expenditure of 150 Perth renters who utilized View Buddy's remote inspection services:
Average Time Per Property Viewing (Remote Method):
Research time: 25 minutes (unchanged)
Virtual inspection time: 28 minutes (including interaction with inspector)
Follow-up review of detailed inspection report: 22 minutes
Total time investment per property: 75 minutes (1 hour and 15 minutes)
More significantly, our data shows that clients using remote inspections typically view more properties initially (an average of 10.5) but make more informed decisions, resulting in applications for their top 3-4 choices rather than applying for 5-6 properties as traditional hunters often do out of uncertainty.
The Numbers Don't Lie: Calculating Total Time Savings
When we calculate the comprehensive time savings, the efficiency of remote inspections becomes clear:
Traditional Property Hunt:
Initial viewings: 8.3 properties × 105 minutes = 871.5 minutes
Application preparation for 5.5 properties = 275 minutes
Second viewings of top choices (average 2.4 properties) = 252 minutes
Total time investment: 1,398.5 minutes (23.3 hours)
Remote Inspection Property Hunt:
Virtual viewings: 10.5 properties × 75 minutes = 787.5 minutes
More targeted application preparation for 3.2 properties = 160 minutes
Second virtual viewings rarely needed due to comprehensive initial reports
Total time investment: 947.5 minutes (15.8 hours)
Net time savings: 7.5 hours per property search
The Hidden Value of Time Saved
Beyond the raw numbers, our clients report significant qualitative benefits:
Reduced stress and fatigue: No more rushing between home opens across Perth's sprawling suburbs
Better work-life balance: Weekends reclaimed for family and leisure rather than property hunting
Wider property consideration: Ability to "view" more properties leads to finding better matches
Reduced transport costs: Saving on fuel or public transport expenses
More thoughtful decisions: The ability to revisit virtual inspections multiple times leads to fewer application regrets
As Emma, a FIFO worker from Perth, shared: "Previously, I'd have to cram all my property viewings into my week off, often rushing between appointments. With View Buddy, I reviewed 12 properties while on site up north, narrowed down to my top three, and only needed to visit those in person when I returned. It saved me at least a full day of running around."
Time Savings for Different Demographics
Our data reveals interesting patterns in how different groups benefit from time savings:
Working professionals save an average of 9.2 hours per property search
Families with children save approximately 8.7 hours and avoid the stress of taking children to multiple viewings
Interstate relocators save an estimated 15+ hours, plus travel expenses
International arrivals save 20+ hours and can secure housing before arrival
The Economic Value of Time Saved
When we translate time savings into economic terms, the value proposition becomes even more compelling. Using the average Perth hourly wage of approximately $42:
7.5 hours saved × $42 = $315 worth of time reclaimed per property search
For property investors viewing multiple potential investments, these savings compound significantly.
Beyond Time: The Quality Factor
Perhaps most importantly, our satisfaction surveys indicate that renters who used remote inspections reported a 94% satisfaction rate with their chosen properties after six months of tenancy, compared to 82% for those who used traditional viewing methods only.
This suggests that the comprehensive nature of our remote inspections, which systematically document every aspect of a property, actually leads to better-informed decisions than rushed in-person viewings where prospective tenants might miss important details.
Conclusion: Time Well Saved
In Perth's competitive rental market, time efficiency isn't just about convenience—it's about gaining a competitive edge. Remote property inspections are revolutionizing how Perth residents find their next home, giving them back precious hours while simultaneously improving their decision-making process.
As work patterns continue to evolve and time becomes increasingly valuable, View Buddy Perth remains committed to refining our remote inspection technology to save you even more time in the future. Because in real estate, as in life, time truly is money.
