Who is Mal Wright

Mal Wright is an accredited member of the Australian Society of Building Consultants and one of the few members in the Newcastle and Hunter regions

Experienced
Mal Wright is a Carpenter, Licenced Builder, Building Consultant, Building Inspector, Clerk of Works and an Accredited Timber Pest Inspector.
Pedantic Inspections
Easy to understand Reports
Building Reports
Pest Reports
No corner cut
Purchasing a property and dwelling can be the most expensive purchase of your life, please don’t try and save $100 by using an inadequate and cheap inspections service that ends up costing yourself a fortune $$$$ in the long term. Sleep well and rest assured you have made the right decision using Mal Wright from Mal Wright Pest & Building Inspections to inspect the property and buildings on the property properly, so you can make an informed decision.
Mal works for you his client and not the real estate agent as he is not trying to sell the property but inspect the dwelling and property for defects and timber pest matters to give a real condition of the property and dwelling prior to the big step of buying and this has saved thousands of dollars for many of his clients.
Mal, Mister Pedantic
Mal is known as Mister Pedantic throughout the Pre-Purchase Pest and Building Inspection industry and many Real Estate Agents use him only for their and their family’s purchasers and not their clients for this reason.
83% of people we asked believed that it was not in the real estate’s best interest to provide a accurate report and wanted to get their own completed.
Get a report that you can trust from Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections.
The average time on site inspecting a dwelling and property is approximately 2 to 3 hours and then another hour in the office proofing after a typist has completed the reports. The reports include colour photos and are presented to the client in a display folder mailed directly to the client in the post. Reports are also emailed to the client and solicitor or conveyancer if email addresses are provided.
WHY THERMAL IMAGING
Using a HIGH END thermal camera, Mal can detect defects that cannot be seen by the naked eye that may prove to be costly repairs that the buyer would not have been aware of.
Thermal imaging cameras range in price and Mal being a qualified licenced builder knows that good tools do a better job so Mal’s thermal imaging camera is one of the expensive cameras costing over $30,000. Some cameras are as cheap as $3000 and would not detect as many defects.
METH TESTING


Meth testing is now commonly being performed by property managers and purchasers to see if the dwelling’s interior is contaminated with methamphetamines as unacceptable levels can cause serious illnesses and side effects similar to a user. Children are more prone to contamination as they are more likely to their rub hands on walls or lay on the floor and roll around as the methamphetamine absorbs into the body through their skin and hand and mouth contact. Adults can also be contaminated in the same manner.
A standard meth clean of a contaminated dwelling averages around $5000.00 and in cases with higher contamination this can require the entire dwelling to be stripped out of internal wall linings and floor coverings which may run into 10’s of thousands of dollars and in some cases 100’s of thousands of dollars. This is why it is important prior to making a decision to purchase a dwelling that it is not contaminated with methamphetamines. It is also important for Property Managers and Landlords to include this test to end of lease inspections.
Meth Testing Explanations:
Rapid Test – This is an onsite test that provides an instant result of negative or positive to methamphetamines being present in the area tested. This test provides 98% accuracy.
Lab NIOSH 9111 Test – this provides a test sent to a laboratory to get a level of contamination result as 0.5ug and above are not acceptable levels. This test provides knowledge to the extent of the contamination and also gives a result that if the contamination is from drug use or drug manufacturing. Lab testing has 100% accuracy.
Clearance Certificate – A Clearance Certificate is a certificate in writing provided to show that the dwelling is clear of methamphetamine contamination. This certificate can be provided after a NIOSH 9111 test of all rooms only or after a contaminated dwelling has had an adequate meth clean to clear the dwelling of contamination.
Price List:
Pre-Purchase Pest and Building Inspection (including Thermal Imaging) including a 3 room Rapid Meth Test – $800.00 including GST. This includes a rapid meth test of any exhaust fans and air conditioners, kitchen, lounge room and main bedroom which will provide a positive or negative result on rooms that may be commonly used for drug use and/or manufacturing.
6 x Meth Rapid Tests and 3 Lab NIOSH 9111 Tests – 9 swabs (which includes 6x rapid tests and 3x NIOSH 9111 lab tests) – $770.00 including GST. This provides a negative or positive result of methamphetamines with a level of contamination. NIOSH testing takes up to a week to receive lab results and for us to provide a report.
Whole dwelling Rapid Test and Lab NIOSH 9111 Tests* – Includes the entire dwelling including all rooms and the garage (*up to 13 rooms – additional rooms, sheds or garages are $100.00 per room) – $2200.00 including GST. This includes every room in the dwelling (up to 13 rooms) for a rapid and NIOSH 9111 test and provides a clearance certificate if the results come back negative with no methamphetamine contamination. NIOSH 9111 testing takes up to a week to receive lab results and for us to provide a report.
The camera also detects heat which can be from termites and moisture from water leaks so it is essential to use someone that has a good thermal imaging camera.
Mal has been doing thermal imaging for over 12 years and has found termites and many other defects including water leaks by using thermal imaging.
Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections performs Pest and Building inspections in Newcastle, Port Stephens, Maitland, the Hunter and Hunter Valley areas including Cessnock.
This also includes Pest and Building Inspections at Anna Bay, Nelson Bay, Corlette and Salamander Bay in Port Stephens; Aberglasslyn and Rutherford in the Hunter and all surrounding suburbs of these areas including the Tilligerry areas of Tanilba Bay and Lemon Tree Passage.
Other areas I do Pest and Building Inspections are at Pindimar, Hawks Nest and Tea Gardens.
I also do Pest and Building Inspections at Maitland, Kurri Kurri, Weston, Singleton and surrounding areas.
OUR CUSTOMERS SAY
Your professionalism and assistance was outstanding.
Jennifer and Henry H
Jennifer and Henry H
It’s the best money I’ve spent.
Mr G Maxwell
Mr G Maxwell
It was apparent to us that he works for the person buying the home (his clients), not the vendor or agent.
P & H Vaughan
P & H Vaughan
The reports were easy to read and even my Conveyancer said they were impressed.
Peter Y
Peter Y
Like my colleagues, I can now say how great Mal’s inspections are. Thank you again.
I wasn't too concerned about the house as it was newer, but there were a couple of things that I specifically wanted Mal to look at. After speaking to him on the phone, I was glad I booked him. He was pleasant on the phone and assured me that the extra items I wanted him to look at would be included in the report.
There was so much about the property that was covered in the reports and I was pretty impressed. Once I had read through the reports I called to thank him.
Like my colleagues, I can now say how great Mal's inspections are. Thank you again.
Name witheld
Name witheld
As promised, our reports were emailed the day after and they were very informative.
Mr & Mrs G Harriett
Mr & Mrs G Harriett
Thank you for helping me and God bless you
I am taking all your advice and will address all the major defects the minor defects can wait as not so important till I can afford them. God bless you and feel free to drop in one day and have a coffee.
Roslyn Knowles
Roslyn Knowles
Very comprehensive.
Jenelle M
Jenelle M
In my opinion, if you need inspections done – get Mal on the phone!
Meredith N
Meredith N
I was able to use Mal’s reports to go back to the agent and negotiate a better price.
L Small
L Small
Many Thanks to Mal and his staff for helping me with my recent property purchase.
Geoff K
Geoff K
The reports were very informative
Anne and Michael P.
Anne and Michael P.
We will be hanging onto Mal’s number as when we have sold our property we will be calling him to do inspections if/when we buy again.
Our reports were emailed out the following day and pretty much as we expected. It was great to have them handy (and the printed copy we received) so we could then prioritise what needed to be done and tick it off our list as we went! We will be hanging onto Mal's number as when we have sold our property we will be calling him to do inspections if/when we buy again.
Mr & Mrs D Baillie
Mr & Mrs D Baillie
I guess the moral to this is – ALWAYS get a Pest and Building Inspection done.
My Conveyancer had recommended Mal (and a couple of other inspectors) when I'd had an appointment and I'd looked at each online. Mal's website was impressive - lots of information & good reviews. I still wasn't 100% convinced but when my conveyancer pushed a bit more, I had to book one.
I had a week to get it done due to my cooling off period ending. Mal had it booked in and completed within a couple of days. He actually called me from the house on the day he was doing my inspection to have a chat to me. Turned out he'd found termite damage - but luckily no live ones. It was still going to be a process to get another inspection to check for further damage inside the walls and then repair the damage. It certainly gave me something to think about that day.
I guess the moral to this is - ALWAYS get a Pest and Building Inspection done. If I hadn't done it, I'd be living in a house that quite possibly could be falling down around my ears.
Mal's reports helped us negotiate with the vendors with price and repairs, so we are very grateful.
H. Norman
H. Norman
I’d heard that Mal is pedantic and this is certainly true.
Mal's attention to detail, thorough reporting, professional manner, and prompt service are second to none.
We will be recommending Mal to friends and family and will definitely be going to him for any future pest and building matters.
Jess
Jess
Your reports were very informative and the photos were great in identifying where the issue was.
Margaret T
Margaret T
We can now breathe a little easier knowing there are no major problems with the property.
T & P McIntosh
T & P McIntosh
Agents don’t like him because he is too thorough
Thanks Mal Kathryn
Thanks Mal Kathryn
The reports were a great asset
B. Plant
B. Plant
His attention to detail was fantastic and we can’t recommend him highly enough.
Mr & Mrs D Jones
Mr & Mrs D Jones
He responded to my emails and phone calls efficiently and answered my questions.
Mr B Rowe
Mr B Rowe
Thorough, attentive and helpful
Many thanks Sophie
I wonder if every inspector is this thorough? Maybe you need to ask yourself that before you book someone else.
I went home and googled Mal Wright and was very impressed with what I read on both his website and the Google reviews. I rang his office the next day and booked an inspection.
There was a couple of days wait but really, if he was quiet and could do it straight away, I'd be questioning that! It gave me time to go back to the house and have another look in the meantime anyway. I also gave Mal's office a call and asked if they could double-check a few things while he was there. And they were more than happy to accommodate that request too.
The day after the inspection I was emailed the reports and Mal followed up with a phone call later that day. The things I'd asked for to be looked at were included in the report, there were colour photos and recommendations for repairs.
I wonder if every inspector is this thorough? Maybe you need to ask yourself that before you book someone else. Thanks for your help Mal.
David Y
David Y
I am visually impaired and Mal was able to talk to me over the phone about his findings
M Knight
M Knight
Worth every cent
Thanks Mal
- Anthony M.
They made all the other arrangements and even sent a copy of the reports to my Conveyancer
Karen C
Karen C
Everything went smoothly and we are now looking forward to moving into our new house in a matter of weeks.
C & L Bennett
C & L Bennett
His reports were by far more in-depth and not just a quick yes/no type of answer.
George W
George W
Mal’s help and expertise were great and I would highly recommend his services to anyone looking at property.
Pete H
Pete H
The booking process was easy, his office made all the arrangements and my reports were emailed the day after the inspection.
J. Lowman
J. Lowman
McDonald Jones Homes
You picked up so many defects that we would not have noticed required rectifying. Our friends that built a new home recommended you and we will also highly recommend you.
McDonald Jones Homes came to the party in rectifying all the defects in your comprehensive building report including another coat of paint on the entire internal of the dwelling.
Adam H.
Adam H.
Thank you for doing such a thorough inspection!
Thank you for doing such a thorough Pest and Building inspection!
It is the most comprehensive report I have received. I intend to purchase more investment properties in the Hunter area and Newcastle so I'll be sure to contact you for the pest and building inspections.
Kind Regards,
Julie Manoel
Julie Manoel
Being a first home buyer, everything is pretty daunting, but you have made the process a bit easier.
Jamie A
Jamie A
Mal was highly professional and prompt to organise the inspection.
John and Michelle N
John and Michelle N
Our Church used you so we also used you and we are very impressed.
Hi Mal,
Our church used you and recommended you to us so we used your services to be grateful for your report.
We received a pest and building report from the seller and decided to get our own report and I thank god for that as you identified many defects the sellers report did not note. We had a builder in on your advice to go through your thought pest and building Report to quote on rectifying all the defects too discover there was $25000 worth of work to be done which we would not have been aware of. We negotiated a better price on the property and continued with the purchase. We are getting the repairs done before settlement to minimize disruption.
We thank you so much, your help and service is amazing. Thank you for taking the time on the phone to discuss the reports even though it was 7pm you still answered your phone which we were surprised at although very grateful.
The photos in the report was very helpful along with the well presented printed reports you sent to us.
Tracy and Sam Lewis.
Tracy and Sam Lewis.
It was great to have everything itemised and we could then prioritise what needed to be fixed and tick it all off as we went!
B & J Knott
B & J Knott
Both my husband and I were greatly impressed with the level of detail you provided.
Both my husband and I were greatly impressed with the level of detail you provided. We’re not sure whether we’ll bid on this place, but we’ll definitely get you to inspect any other properties we’re interested in.
M&T Smith
M&T Smith
It was great that your staff handled all the enquiries with the Real Estate
Thank you for your in-depth reports on the property at Hamilton. It was great that your staff handled all the enquiries with the Real Estate - buying a house is stressful enough without adding extra things on top. We would gladly give your details out to anyone buying property.
Ken & Judith T
Ken & Judith T
He was busy inspecting and writing things down for almost 1.5 hours.
I organised an afternoon time with Mal so that I was there if he had any questions but he pretty much focused on the job at hand and off he went. He was busy inspecting and writing things down for almost 1.5 hours. He had a chat to me about a few things before he left and I received emailed copies of the reports the next day. Fairly quick turn-around in my opinion.
If you're buying, or selling, I can highly recommend Mal's services. Very professional.
F. McInnes
F. McInnes
The reports were detailed and I really appreciated the phone call
Mr S Donnelly
Mr S Donnelly
We had Mal complete Pest and Building Inspections on our house before we put it on the market to sell.
L & C Green
L & C Green
It’s easy when buying an older house to get sucked into doing cosmetic fixes at the expense of the less glamorous work.
Sarah Jenkins and Michael Bogacz
Mayfield
Sarah Jenkins and Michael Bogacz
Mayfield
I have would have no hesitation in recommending you to anybody.
Never easy in looking for local support when locations are more than 2+ hours apart and trying to continue with regular employment commitments in Sydney.
I have would have no hesitation in recommending you to anybody contemplating moving to the Port Stephens area!
Catch up shortly
Ian
Ian
The amount and type of defects he picked up amazed us.
Julie and Amanda G
Julie and Amanda G
I would definitely recommend him!
J Browne
J Browne
Very Informative Reports.
Thank you for your reports.
I found the reports very informative, clear and enlightening.
They addressed the concerns we had about visible defects we identified in the property, and they also highlighted issues and concerns that would be apparent only to an experienced builder/pest inspector. It just shows how important it is to have an unbiased inspection by an ethical, qualified tradesperson.
We would not have known anything about the crack opening up between the two halves of the house if you hadn't identified it, and this is a defect that could end up costing a significant amount to rectify, if it gets worse.
Equally, we would have known nothing about the poor drainage beneath the foundations until it caused other problems, and by then the cost to us could be very significant.
Your identification the termite treatment drill holes also waved some red flags for us.
I am waiting on my solicitor's comments on the reports, but I personally believe that there are too many significant, if not major, defects/issues to make our purchase of the property, in its current condition, a sensible financial decision.
Many thanks for your inspection and the detailed reports.
Regards
Casey Richard
Casey Richard
Give Mal a call
Thanks for your assistance Mal
Emma
Great quality report with pictures
Cheers
Sheryl and Pete
The report covered everything in the unit (walls, floor, roof, inside, outside etc)
Meaghan T
Meaghan T
I had Mal complete Pest and Building Inspections for me after reading a few recommendations for him on Facebook.
Brad S
Brad S
Each time he has delivered informative and thorough reports.
Max and Sarah L
Max and Sarah L
Our conveyancer recommemded you and we can see why.
Our conveyancer Lyn Johnston from Lyn Johnson Conveyancing in East Maitland recommended you to us and we are extremely grateful for that as you are very thorough identifying several items of concern which we requested and had fixed prior to settlement.
We rang around before deciding to use you to find several other people also mentioned you name as the best and most respected as working for the purchasers not the agent which was exactly what we where looking for.
Happy New Owners x
Happy New Owners x
The most important service he offers is peace of mind
I would (and do) highly recommend Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections to anyone that is looking to build a new home.
Kyle C
Kyle C
I often heard from other builders that they didn’t like Mal Wright and I’ve realized why….
H Bell
H Bell
We are so grateful for all your help & will be letting our new neighbours know of your good work.
M & T Goodsell
M & T Goodsell
Would definitely recommend to family and friends. Thanks Mal!
Mr J Foster
Mr J Foster
Your advice over the phone was invaluable. Thanks for all your time.
Brett F
Brett F
They had photos, included defects – minor and major, and gave me an overall rating of the property.
I received my reports the day after my inspection was done. They had photos, included defects - minor and major, and gave me an overall rating of the property. The house wasn't too old, but there were still a few minor things that needed attention and it was great to see the house through another pair of eyes (not just the real estate agent pointing out the positives!). Many thanks for your comprehensive reports and help on the phone afterwards.
Tony P
Tony P
Your added service of Meth Testing was invaluable
Mr & Mrs C. Clooney
Mr & Mrs C. Clooney
I would recommend his services and use him again if I needed another inspection.
Mr J Maguire
Mr J Maguire
I would not hesitate to recommend your services to anyone!
I would not hesitate to recommend your services to anyone!
Regards
Deborah (Sydney).
Deborah (Sydney).
We were very happy with Mal and his staff and will be using his business again!
S & O Parnell
S & O Parnell
Mal’s attention to his work and honesty are just a couple of his traits.
Wallace F
Wallace F
Thank you for the intensive and informative reports on the pest and building .
I would also like to note that my sons Conveyance Solicitor was impressed as to the level of detail involved in both the pest and building reports, he had originally offered to find us an Inspector as we are not local of that area. After reading your reports he conceded he could most likely not have gotten my son a report of such detail.
Thank you once again Mal, regards
David S.
David S.
Thanks to Mal – I will be sure to pass your name around to friends as well as clients.
Anon
Anon
Mal Wright completed a Handover inspection on our new home in Gillieston Heights.
A & T Rutter
A & T Rutter
I also heard from Mal after I had my reports just so he could follow up and he made sure I understood everything.
Amanda T
Amanda T
The photos were excellent and the laymen’s terms along with being able to discuss the report with you made it very helpful to understand the defects.
The photos were excellent and the laymen's terms along with being able to discuss the report with you made it very helpful to understand the defects.
M & T West
M & T West
Your reports helped us re-negotiate a price with the vendors and has saved us a few thousand dollars.
Pam and Rod Y
Pam and Rod Y
I haven’t used an inspector before so found that all their help and advice made things run smoother and I wasn’t as stressed.
Jeff M
Jeff M
We have been involved in several purchases and this was by far the best Building and Pest inspections to date.
We have been involved in several purchases previously and this was by far the best building inspection to date. We appreciate Mal’s work and will recommend his service to our Solicitor, Real Estate and friends.
Mr and Mrs McNeill
Mr and Mrs McNeill
It’s not often you find someone, in any industry, who will put you first.
Jacquelin F
Jacquelin F
We really appreciate the effort and getting the reports to us first thing on the Monday morning.
Thank you for taking the time out of your weekend to get an urgent Pest and Building Inspection done at a house in Rutherford for us. We really appreciate the effort and getting the reports to us first thing on the Monday morning. We apologise for our 'rookie' error and leaving this till the last minute with time ticking away on our cooling off period. Next time we will be well-prepared and call you earlier.
Mychelle & Steve T
Mychelle & Steve T
The Meth Testing was great! Positive result was surprising.
M & T Carmichael
M & T Carmichael
I was referred to him by a friend who had used his business when purchasing her property.
I was very happy with how easy it was to book in and I didn't have to follow up anything with the Real Estate - they did all that for me. The reports I received were great - colour photos, descriptions of defects and they included a lot more than I thought. Needless to say, my friend was right and he was extremely thorough. I'm more than happy to give anyone a positive testimonial and recommendation for his business.
Pamela M
Pamela M
Mal has completed a few inspections for me and has always been very professional and lives up to the name ‘Mr Pedantic’.
Graeme B
Graeme B
Mal was very good at his work, and patient with all my questions.
Mr & Mrs D Logan
Mr & Mrs D Logan
Thank you for the extremely thorough reports.
The real estate agent tried very hard for me to use their guy and cringed when I told him I was using Mal Wright, although he did agree you are very thorough and "good for the buyers" was his exact words and since I'm a buyer we went with you once again.
Thankyou for the quick turn around of the reports and great to see you still post hard copies, love the presentation folders.
Keep up the good work and we hope your well.
Grace and Steve Thompson
Grace and Steve Thompson
First Home Buyers and you steped us through making it easier
We are first home buyers so was a little daunting however being able to meet you on site at the end of the inspection for you to show my partner and I what defects you found was amazing and allowed us to exchange contracts that afternoon to prevent the race with other buyers.
My mum and dad also read your reports and found it easy to understand and dads retired builder.
his comment after reading the reports was "guy knows his stuff" take that as a huge compliment.
You are our pest and building inspector from here on, if your on a good thing stick with it.
P.S the photos in the reports really helped.
Leica and Osbourne Hamilton
Leica and Osbourne Hamilton
My clients have often commented on his depth of knowledge and efficient service.
Mal is very reliable, professional and always personable. My clients have often commented on his depth of knowledge and efficient service.
I personally find Mal a pleasure to deal with and would recommend him to anyone considering purchasing or building property.
(Anon) Conveyancer
(Anon) Conveyancer
The whole process went smoothly and we will definitely be recommending Mal to our friends.
Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections were recommended to us by some friends and we couldn’t have been happier. Mal was friendly and professional over the phone. We were very impressed with the detailed and easy to follow report that came back the day after the inspection.
The whole process went smoothly and we will definitely be recommending Mal to our friends.
G & H Ingall
G & H Ingall
Handover for our new home
More thorough than the opposition
Anonymous on request
Anonymous on request
My Conveyancer recommended Mal Wright so I did a booking online.
Simone A
Simone A
Mal’s reports saved us from buying a ‘lemon’ of a house.
Chris and Tim T
Chris and Tim T
I met with him afterwards with some questions and he happily went through a few things with me.
Mark J
Mark J
Mal literally saved us A LOT of money. So get those inspections done regardless of whether they have had them done already. Unless it’s done by Mal, of course.
Ben and Fiona W
Ben and Fiona W
After seeing him work and then receiving my own reports, I understand why he is one of the best in the business.
L Kelly
L Kelly
If we ever purchase another property Mal will be who we call!
Mr & Mrs P Sullivan
Mr & Mrs P Sullivan
It was refreshing to find a business who went above and beyond.
Mr & Mrs D Franklin
Mr & Mrs D Franklin
We found your Building and Pest Reports easy to understand.
We found it easy to understand and it assisted us in determining what kind of work and potential expense we had to plan for. The reports with photographs was an excellent way for us to identify what we needed to do to comply with regulations and what areas needed our concern.
We have since been advised that the vendor has re-sealed the shower recess, so that is now no longer a problem for us (they were also shocked).
To us, the amateur house buyers, your report and comments have been greatly appreciated.
Angela H
P.S. We also advised East Coast Conveyancing of our thoughts on your services.
Angela H
P.S. We also advised East Coast Conveyancing of our thoughts on your services.
Thank you Mal for all your help with my recent property purchase in Cessnock.
Mrs B Stacey
Mrs B Stacey
Very thorough in your business operations
D. and R. Smith
D. and R. Smith
I googled Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections, found the website and made an online booking.
Samantha D
Samantha D
Upon receiving his reports he excelled and the information allowed us to re-negotiate on the property which saved us thousands of dollars.
Brett and Maggie R
Brett and Maggie R
Being a bit of an older person, I had lots of questions for Mal but he was very obliging and patiently answered all of my queries.
Joyce T
Joyce T
Informative Pest and Building Reports, we are very impressed.
L and D Jones
L and D Jones
Mal actually spent a bit of time with us at the property whilst he was completing the inspection answering our questions.
M & P Hanwick
M & P Hanwick
Thank you for doing my Handover Report
J Southam
J Southam
When I phoned Mal Wright, he took the time to speak with me even though he was on a job.
Samuel B
Samuel B
I would highly recommend having Mal do your inspections!
George T
George T
He even took the time to explain a few things to me over the phone after I had read them.
Alison M
Alison M
Mal Wright was recommended to us for a Pest and Building Inspection by a friend who had used him prior to selling their house in Mayfield.
Mr and Mrs Andrew B
Mr and Mrs Andrew B
You saved me from buying a money pit.
Harry O'Brien
Harry O'Brien
Thanks to Mal I have been able to contact suitable trades
W. Mathers
W. Mathers
Thank you Mal for your help with our recent property purchase.
Stan and Bev B
Stan and Bev B
Mal found around 12 defects just inside the house, plus there were more outside!
Jeff & Fiona P
Jeff & Fiona P
Mr G Howell
Mr G Howell
Mal’s website and reviews certainly stood out.
Sonia W
Sonia W
I was very pleased with the reports that were produced and the professionalism that Mal has
James F
James F
Mal provides peace of mind at a very competitive price.
Daymon P
Daymon P
I liked how he had included photos of areas where problems were found as well. It made understanding it a lot easier.
Michel P
Michel P
Very Impressed
I was very impressed with your services and after reading the pest and building reports this morning; I was amazed at the detail you went into, listing many items that require being addressed I was unaware of. The photographs included in your report was a big help along with the wording of your reports was very easy to read and understand as they say "a picture tells a thousand words". I am going to use the reports to try and renegotiate the price and if I end up with the property will use the reports as a check list to have works done so that when I sell the property and home, that the condition will be better than it was when I purchased the property. I come from Sydney and a new comer to the area; your services including the over phone conversation going through the report was immensely helpful.
Thank you again.
John Graham
John Graham
Thanks for the honest and no fuss approach, your advice helped me a lot.
Bryan L
Bryan L
We read through the reports the day after the inspection and we were so impressed.
G & T Lyall
G & T Lyall
His reports covered items that we didn’t even think to check
Mr & Mrs B Matthews
Mr & Mrs B Matthews
Thank you
Rick and Mary
First Home Buyer Very Happy
This is just a quick thank you for your extremely thorough Pest and Building inspection you did for my partner and I at Kurri Kurri. We were recommended to you by our conveyancer who raved about your reports, so we went with the recommendation and are very happy with now knowing most of the problems you found was all able to be fixed by the owners before we moved in, thanks to the information we gathered out of your reports.
Mr and Mrs Haggarty
Mr and Mrs Haggarty
The reports I received went above and beyond what my expectations were.
Simon G
Simon G
We are from Sydney moving to Newcastle.
Please accept this email as a thank you for your thorough and prompt reports.
We are from Sydney and have been recently posted at Williamtown so we are new to the area, we went with the referral from fellow RAAF staff member my husband works with who highly recommended you and from your reports we can see why.
The reports were very easy to read and understandable, the pictures also helped. We liked that you followed up with a call to see if there was anything we need clarification on.
When we went to our Conveyancer and she asked who we were using to do our pest and building reports; when we mentioned your name her reply was "his the best your in great hands although the agent won't be happy"; " don't be surprised if the agent doesn't try and talk you into using another inspector"
We ended up buying the property although we provided a list from your report for rectifications under contract. Thanks we will also be recommending you.
Kim & Nigel.
Kim & Nigel.
When I found the house I wanted, I immediately knew I had to book my pre-purchase inspections with Mal.
When I found the house I wanted, I immediately knew I had to book my pre-purchase inspections with Mal.
Mal was very professional and courteous on the phone while he answered my questions. Then his office staff took my details and booked it all in.
The reports I received were fabulous. They covered all the rooms, garage and the garden shed. The defects were listed, some with photos, and the whole report was easy to read. I was impressed and now know why agents don't recommend him!
Thanks for your help, Mal. Even though I'm no longer working in the industry, I will still refer people to your business.
Name witheld
Name witheld
Great work Mal
Thankfully we took his advice and used you as we have had a builder estimate on the repairs which have been quoted at just over $30,000 and have decided not to purchase the property as the vendors will not re-negotiate the price. Will be in contact when we find another suitable property.
Mr A Dowling and Mrs F Dowling
Mr A Dowling and Mrs F Dowling
I can highly recommend Mal Wright to everyone!
K Smith
K Smith
I was pretty happy with everything I read on his website and booking online was the easiest option for me.
Kristyl T
Kristyl T
He took the time to explain any potential issues and to show us any problem areas and he was extremely polite and professional.
Grant & Sam W
Grant & Sam W
If you are in need of an experienced and thorough inspector, Mal should be on the top of your list.
Mr & Mrs H Bell
Mr & Mrs H Bell
We are considering having inspections done at regular intervals with Mal Wright to make sure we stay on top of it.
Lynn G
Lynn G
From dealing with your office to receiving the reports was extremely easy
Grant L
Grant L
Very Grateful
Hi Mal there are not enough words to thank you for your high standards of reporting, we used you twice as the first house we didn't buy and found a better house the second time for the same price with lesser defects. With out your assistance we may have settled on the first house and would of been really sorry latter on.
Lucky we didn't listen to the real estate agent who recommended another cheaper inspector even though we found out latter he used YOU himself when purchasing his own house off our friends just recently.
Mary
Mary
I’d say if you’re unsure about a property, you really need to get those inspections done. Mal is the one to call!
It wasn't a big house, but I just needed to know what was going on in the places I couldn't see. The roof space and sub floor were 2 of those concerns.
Mal was kind enough to give me a call once he had finished his inspections and have a chat about the house before I got my reports the next day. He was very helpful and even though there were easily fixed, small issues, he put me at ease by giving me possible solutions (things I thought were big problems, really weren't!). I used the reports to follow up with the different qualified trades I needed and they also reassured me.
I now know what I'm up for financially before I even sign on the dotted line which has helped me immensely with budgeting and prioritising.
I'd say if you're unsure about a property, you really need to get those inspections done. Mal is the one to call!
F. Plumber
F. Plumber
I would say to anyone that needed an inspection done to give Mal a call.
Patrick L
Patrick L
When I checked out his website I was impressed with how much experience he had and the fact that he was also a licenced builder.
Stephen T
Stephen T
I actually used the reports to go back to the vendor with the problems and ended up saving money on the purchase price!
Mr S Townsend
Mr S Townsend
His background as a builder has certainly helped him as an inspector
M. Pullman
M. Pullman
I was a little hesitant to read the reports, worrying about the terminology but I didn’t need to.
Mal was very friendly and professional on the phone and it made me comfortable knowing I had the right person to do my inspections.
I was a little hesitant to read the reports, worrying about the terminology but I didn't need to. They were easy to read, included photos and Mal was happy for me to call afterwards to make sure I understood everything and go over any questions.
I would happily recommend them to anyone looking at purchasing a house.
Melissa M
Melissa M
We are very thankful that he went above and beyond and would recommend him to everyone.
C & H Phillips
C & H Phillips
It was great to know we had Mal Wright completing our Pest and Building Inspections.
Fiona and Grant W
Fiona and Grant W
Mal was highly recommended to me as his Thermal Imaging Camera is one of the best
Ms J Cross
Ms J Cross
Your Handover Report highlighted many defects that we would not have known of.
Mr G Latimore
Mr G Latimore
Mal came and did a Handover Inspection for us on a new build in Thornton.
Sam & Yumi R
Sam & Yumi R
I’d be more than happy to pass on his details to any prospective buyers who need an excellent Pest and Building Inspector.
I rang and spoke with Mal and he confirmed he had an availability that week to complete it and I would get my reports the following day.
I wanted to meet him at the house while he was doing the inspection, and he gave me a time part-way through the inspection when he could stop for a bit and give me an update. Mal was very informative and gave me some great information in regards to the property.
I'd be more than happy to pass on his details to any prospective buyers who need an excellent Pest and Building Inspector.
Ms D Edgerten
Ms D Edgerten
My hairdresser recommended Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections
Janel H.
Janel H.
Worth the peace of mind
Thanks Mal
- Kelly and Blake
He really does go over and above for his clients.
M & H Newell
M & H Newell
WOW WOW AND WOW
Meeting you on site helped us a lot to understand and discuss your findings.
Your experience was valuable and the way you explained onsite after the inspection what is required in simple terms allowed us to exchange contracts quickly as we are first home buyers and finding this very daunting.
When I told my friends of your service, most were already aware of your service with raving reviews.
When we saw your professional website and easy online booking system it was a comfortable feeling knowing we had someone good doing our Pest and Building reports.
Angelina & Joel Lees
Angelina & Joel Lees
He was very professional, everything went smoothly and my reports were pretty easy to follow.
Jamie K
Jamie K
Mal had found a few minor defects, which were itemised in the report with photos, but he also found some previous termite damage which had not been disclosed by the agent.
Name witheld
Name witheld
We just want to say a big THANK YOU to Mal Wright.
Mr & Mrs C Jacks
Mr & Mrs C Jacks
I initially submitted an enquiry online through the Mal Wright website and received a response the same day.
Shannon W
Shannon W
I can see why agents don’t recommend him. He found absolutely every little (and big) thing that was wrong with the house I was buying!
T&P Noon
T&P Noon
Thank you Mal, for your professionalism, expertise and time on the phone!
Kim & Dan T
Kim & Dan T
If you book anyone else, you run the risk of getting a report that doesn’t cover everything as he truly is ‘Mr Pedantic’.
Simon and Jen P
Simon and Jen P
He probably spent close to 1.5 hours inspecting the property inside and out.
M & T Holmes
M & T Holmes
I can highly recommend his business, as the service he offers is outstanding.
Janelle L
Janelle L
The reports you produced for us were great
N & T Vernon
N & T Vernon
I can highly recommend using Mal Wright (and I would use Hunter Valley Pest and Building again too).
N Plowe
N Plowe
Mal’s reports were very helpful when we decided to sell our house in Bolwarra.
M & G Shannan
M & G Shannan
Yes, it needs a bit of fixing up but I know exactly what needs to be done thanks to the reports!
Tony C
Tony C
Mal’s office staff took all the details, booked in the inspection and liaised with the Real Estate so I didn’t need to worry about anything.
Jack P
Jack P
Our humblest thanks and highest recommendations to Mal.
Mr and Mrs D. Turner
Mr and Mrs D. Turner
Within a couple of days, I had my inspection completed and the reports emailed to me.
Samantha D
Samantha D
Thank you Mal for your professionalism and promptness in getting this done for me.
G Wilson
G Wilson
Mal’s report is invaluable to us!
Mr & Mrs B Sparke
Mr & Mrs B Sparke
He explained a few things to me as well so it was very nice of him to take the time out of his busy day for me.
Gloria R
Gloria R
His reports were well presented but being able to talk over the phone about things was excellent and helped me understand a lot more.
Nigel P
Nigel P
If you’re looking at purchasing property my recommendation would be to get Mal out to complete your pre-purchase inspections. It is worth every cent.
The first property had termite damage that hadn't been disclosed by the agent or vendor and we were so grateful we'd had Mal do an inspection and not trusted the agency supplied reports.
The second property everything was going well (or so we thought) until the agent let us know the day after we'd received Mal's reports that someone else had made a higher offer and signed that day.
Third time lucky... (We were feeling a bit jinxed at this stage). Inspection completed. Reports received. Offer accepted! Phew.
Mal's professionalism has not wavered during this entire period. He has provided us with a lot of advice encouraging us to stay positive. I must also say that his reports were of an extremely high standard which we were able to easily read and interpret.
If you're looking at purchasing property my recommendation would be to get Mal out to complete your pre-purchase inspections. It is worth every cent.
Braydan & Sophie M
Braydan & Sophie M
Without the reassurance of his reports, we would not have gone ahead with purchasing the house.
Mr & Mrs D Marsh
Mr & Mrs D Marsh
Being a first-home buyer is such a nerve-wracking experience but knowing that the home you’re buying is structurally sound is so important.
Kylee T
Kylee T
We really appreciate the time and effort you put into it.
M. & S. Ivic
M. & S. Ivic
Confidence and Trust in Mal Wright
As a young couple, we weren't aware of, a lot of the important exterior aspects to
the property, and we found Mal to be very informative and approachable towards
our understanding of these exterior defects. He provided us with thorough condition
reports combined with follow-up conversations on the defects found. The result of
these defects allowed us to successfully negotiate $10,000 off our original offer (as it
was subject to pest & building inspection) and we couldn't be more grateful.
We would like to thank Mal for his insightful knowledge of the building industry and
his exceptionally efficient service which at the end of the day, gave us the confidence
we needed to buy our first home.
We could not recommend Mal Wright more highly in every aspect of our dealings.
Mr J & Mrs N Comyns
Mr J & Mrs N Comyns
When he came out to my property he used a Moisture Meter to see what the levels were and also got under the house to have a look in the subfloor.
Cameron V
Cameron V
If we hadn’t got these reports we would have been none the wiser. Money well spent!
Peter and Ann J
Peter and Ann J
He wasn’t the cheapest. But after speaking with a few inspectors, he knew his stuff.
Glen & Rose W
Glen & Rose W
It was great to have colour photos in the report as well as a list of the defects that needed attention.
Simone P
Simone P
We are glad our friends recommended you!
Maya & Grant T
Maya & Grant T
After looking at the website and google reviews I was happy with what I saw.
Ken A
Ken A
We appreciate your professional service and thank you.
Mr & Mrs G. Pullins
Mr & Mrs G. Pullins
Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections have certainly have assisted me in making informed decisions
Justin G
Justin G
Overall, I was very pleased with how smoothly everything went and the quality of the reports was exceptional.
Mr D Cameron
Mr D Cameron
I had a million questions but Mal took the time to answer them and it really put my mind at ease.
Belinda T
Belinda T
Your knowledge and advice has assisted us immensely.
F & H Johnson
F & H Johnson
He had picked up several defects that we didn’t realise were there as well as termite damage (no live ones fortunately).
Jan & Peter G
Jan & Peter G
If you’re after an honest inspector, Mal Wright is the only person for the job in my opinion.
Thomas J
Thomas J
No wonder they say you are the best in the business.
Thank you so much for your pest and building report on our recent purchase in the Newcastle area. The reason we used you is when we took a look at the house with the Real Estate Agent we noticed some defects with the house and then when we received our pest and building reports from another company the items we noticed were not in those reports so we asked around and on recommendation we had a second lot of reports done where we used yourself. After receiving your very very thorough reports we realised that the first inspections were inadequate, hard to read and the inspector had missed many items. There was no comparison between your reports and the previous reports we received with your report being very readable and the pictures helped. We managed to get a large price reduction on the property from being aware of all of the defects noted in your report where the other report from the other company would not have allowed us to do so as it did not alarm us with the defects to be able to make negotiations on the property.
Thank you so much once again..
C.W. Eggleton
C.W. Eggleton
He took the time out of his busy week to squeeze in our inspection urgently on a weekend
Mr & Mrs F Grant
Mr & Mrs F Grant
It’s not often you find service like this so don’t hesitate to use Mal Wright Pest and Building for your next inspection.
Mr C Hammond
Mr C Hammond
I was referred to Mal Wright from another Pest and Building Inspector who couldn’t perform the inspections in time for my cooling off period.
It was a nervous wait over the weekend to get the reports and make sure everything was ok. Mal had emailed the reports directly to my Conveyancer so I didn't need to which was fabulous as it gave me more time to sit down and read through them before my appointment and get together any questions I had for her. I also gave Mal a quick call after I had read them just to confirm a couple of things. He was more than obliging to talk over the phone and give me some direction which helped a lot.
Thanks Mal and staff for your help and getting our inspection done on a weekend. It is very much appreciated and I will pass your details on to anyone I know needing inspections.
M Howard
M Howard
Very Detailed
Cheers Jenny
Thanks Mr Pedantic “true to your reputation”
Thank you again for the pedantic building and pest reports, you are true to your reputation. I am a pilot in the Royal Australian Air Force; recently posted at Williamtown NSW so may wife and I bought a home for my family and I to reside in during my post. I asked around the base who tell me as your the man to use if one wants a proper non-bias inspection.
Reading your extremely informative reports during the commitment to purchasing the property gave me the option of having everything fixed before we moved in with some favourable price reductions to cater towards the repairs. Having lived in the home now you nailed and I love the place already.
RAAF restricted information
RAAF restricted information
Thank you so much Mal and the three of us were so impressed with you and your thoroughness and advice and you’re easy to understand report.
I'll let you know how we go and thanks heaps.
Thanks again,
Miss Happy we used you.
Miss Happy we used you.
Great communication, very knowledgeable
Thanks
Becky
Mal has always delivered excellent reports and they cover everything from the front door to the back yard.
Mrs L Lindel
Mrs L Lindel
Wow Thermal Imaging and the Flexiscope
Thank you for your assistance with your modern tools in my day we didn't have that sort of technologically although televisions where just released for the common person and black and white TV is all that existed. I was referred to you from 3 different people and found your services fantastic and unbelievable, thank you for demonstrating the thermal imaging camera to show me what it does. You came to our house and detected termites that recent previous pest experts did not find and you even found live termites which was scary although you provided us a pest expert to treat the dwelling and rid the termites. My wife and I are over 80 years old and yes we were very distressed with your findings however have since realized without your expertise the damage over time would of escalated and devastate our home. Do other pest experts and companies know of your tools, do you advertise and why are you not a pest expert with your knowledge?
I have told all the people at the bowling club about you and I think others should know of what the tools you have combined.
Harry P
Harry P
The reports were in very clear words (not very technical so I could understand them).
James and Susan T
James and Susan T
We have had inspections done by other companies but we were so impressed with Mal and his reports
Mr & Mrs M Duggan
Mr & Mrs M Duggan
I was looking at purchasing a property in Maitland and the vendor’s had a Pest and Building report already at the property for people to look through at an open house.
Bruce & Jill R
Bruce & Jill R
Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections conducted a Handover Inspection on our new home in Tenambit.
We had 'ummed and ahhed' about getting an independent inspection done. The builder said it wasn't necessary (of course) and others we had asked just didn't know. We were speaking with our broker about it and he said to definitely get one done and gave us a few names. Mal's name also came up in our google search as well as in a Facebook question we posted online.
We booked online, giving the supervisor details and Mal's staff followed up and made sure they could get in to look through the house. We didn't attend the property at the same time, so just waited to receive our report via email the following day.
The report was fairly straight forward. Minor defects, major defects, safety issues, inside and outside. From what our builder told us, there wasn't a lot to be fixed. But the report said otherwise. There were quite a few issues so we immediately gave the building company a call and arranged a meeting at the house.
Mal's report actually saved us money because if we didn't have these done, we would have had problems down the track and then would have been chasing the company to fix them after we had moved in. If you're building a new home, we'd highly recommend you get Handover inspection done. And give Mal Wright a call.
V&M Atkinson
V&M Atkinson
Thank you so much for your excellent service
We will definitely be recommending your business to everyone we know, so once again, thank you very much.
S. Mills
S. Mills
I would highly recommend Mal Wright Inspections for building and pest inspections.
Kylie Martin and Darren Marney
Kylie Martin and Darren Marney
Overall, I’d say having the Handover Inspection was money well spent and can highly recommend Mal Wright.
My builder wouldn't allow me to be at the inspection when Mal was there and didn't seem impressed that I'd booked an inspection so I emailed Mal a list of items I wanted to be checked.
Mal's report was great - it included the items I'd emailed him but also a few more that I hadn't realised. I had to book in a time with the builder and his supervisor to look at the defects list so it was very handy to have them all there in the report. It also meant that they couldn't try and get out of doing the repairs or make excuses.
Overall, I'd say having the Handover Inspection was money well spent and can highly recommend Mal Wright.
Justin F
Justin F
A friend mentioned that I was well within my rights to get an independent inspection done and Mal Wright’s name came up in a few conversations I had
J Higham
J Higham
I found his advice invaluable
Michelle J
Michelle J
Surprisingly, my reports were actually emailed to me the next day! I thought it would be a few days at least.
Surprisingly, my reports were actually emailed to me the next day! I thought it would be a few days at least. They covered everything I had asked him about and a few minor items that weren't really concerning. It was all very easy to read too.
Glad I had Mal's expertise on the job and I will recommend him to anyone.
Paul T
Paul T
Mal literally saved my wife and I thousands of dollars with the inspections he completed recently.
P & D Drysdale
P & D Drysdale
If I am to buy another property, I will be using Mal again. I have his details saved in my phone already.
Tom P
Tom P
“I would highly recommend Mal Wright. We will be using him again”
Ben J
Ben J
I was very happy with the reports that I received even though there were a few issues that had come up.
Garry R
Garry R
We secured an inspection time later that same week and emailed through a list of concerns we had with the property.
When we received our reports the day after the inspection, all our questions had been answered and other defects he had picked up whilst there were also included. They were such comprehensive reports, yet they weren't difficult to read. After reading the reports we approached the Real Estate agent and negotiated an amount off the asking price using the reports. Only a small win, but everything counts!
C & W Agnew
C & W Agnew
I appreciate you taking the time to call me afterwards to see if I had any questions.
Rachael C
Rachael C
Prices are fair and reasonable and the whole process gave us peace of mind.
He picked up faults that we would never have noticed ourselves with our lack of knowledge regarding certain codes and building standards. Armed with the detailed report provided by Mal, when the issues were raised with our builder all problems were swiftly rectified with no complaints. Mal was also always happy to answer any questions we had or explain in detail any parts of the report we did not fully understand.
I would highly recommend Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections to anyone building a new home. Prices are fair and reasonable and the whole process gave us peace of mind.
Grant and Michelle T
Grant and Michelle T
Thankyou again $$$ well spent!!!
Sally Marriott
Sally Marriott
Quick and Easy
Thanks David
If you’re a first home buyer and need someone professional, courteous and knowledgeable – Mal’s your go-to!
Jen Y
Jen Y
As usual, his reports were informative and gave me a great overall view of the condition of the house before I actually signed away.
Keith F
Keith F
I was pretty happy with how professional he was. He was polite and went off doing the inspection without any fuss.
We haven't found a house we love yet. We thought we did and had Mal all booked in for inspections, but we were out-bid unfortunately and had to cancel. We are still looking and will definitely have Mal booked in for our next home.
A & S Bishop
A & S Bishop
Thank you to Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections. They did our inspections at a property in Medowie at literally the last minute!
A & P Lyall
A & P Lyall
Your reports were very informative
P & G Thomas
P & G Thomas
The reports covered everything about the property and were pretty thorough.
12 months later as I was looking at properties I remembered and hoped he was still inspecting. A quick google search confirmed he was and once I found 'the one' I booked the inspections online. I also added a few questions about a couple of areas I wanted him to pay particular attention to.
My inspections were booked and completed within a few days and the day afterwards I received the reports via email. The questions I had asked at the time of booking were answered clearly. The reports covered everything about the property and were pretty thorough.
I'm glad I came across Mal Wright and had him do the inspections. He has helped me immensely and the reports have helped me understand what I will need to prioritise in maintenance.
Kelly M
Kelly M
His office staff were efficient and had our inspection booked in for that week.
L & G Horner
L & G Horner
We had the reports emailed directly to our Conveyancer so that was also one less thing we needed to worry about.
Mr & Mrs D Power
Mr & Mrs D Power
The reports really helped me with making a decision. I can highly recommend his work.
J. Burridge
J. Burridge
Cheers Mal, you have helped us massively.
John and Belinda
John and Belinda
Your report and advice, even after my report was completed, were invaluable.
Isaac P.
Isaac P.
Thanks Mal for your assistance at the last minute, we really appreciate it.
B & G Hill
B & G Hill
I especially liked that they had colour photos and I also received a printed copy in the post!
Andrew J
Andrew J
It was great to be able to use the reports to back me up and have the problem fixed.
Jeremy G
Jeremy G
Mal Wright was a pleasure to deal with from initial contact to receipt of his inspection reports
Brock Lamont
Brock Lamont
I’m grateful I had Mal complete the inspection. I still went ahead with the purchase, but just with better knowledge!
My inspection went ahead a few days later and the report was emailed the following day. Mal picked up on quite a few defects that I didn't realise were even an issue..... and I'd looked at the property 3 times!
I'm grateful I had Mal complete the inspection. I still went ahead with the purchase, but just with better knowledge!
Mechelle G
Mechelle G
These inspections are such a great way to look at the property with a different set of eyes
Mr B Higham
Mr B Higham
He spent quite a bit of time going through the house, taking photos, writing stuff down
G Hurst
G Hurst
Muchly Appreciated
Thanks very much for the report you did for me in Gillieston Heights, thorough report with lots of details, pictures were very helpful.
Thanks
Jeff P.
Comprehensive but easy to understand and they covered everything I needed to know about the property.
Peter G
Peter G
We’re glad we spent the extra money to get an independent person come and do this.
K & P Whitten
K & P Whitten
The house I was buying in Maitland wasn’t new so I wanted someone who would be very particular.
H & T Cassier
H & T Cassier
He had come highly recommended from a colleague and I’m glad he could fit my inspection in.
Jeff B
Jeff B
I booked online with Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections after being told about them by a colleague
Stacy S
Stacy S
He comes highly recommended by us
Mr & Mrs P Maxwell
Mr & Mrs P Maxwell
We had recently just finished building a new house in Farley (out towards Rutherford) and needed an independent Handover Inspection completed.
J & S McAnulty
J & S McAnulty
Being a first home buyer, I wanted a thorough inspection by a skilled, experienced, and qualified inspector.
D Sullivan
D Sullivan
Do yourself a favour and book him in!
Matthew R
Matthew R
Very impressed by Mal’s quality service and turn-around time
Mr & Mrs B Hill
Mr & Mrs B Hill
Highly Recommend!
Thanks Cheryl and Ross
Very Easy Process
Cheers Claire
His reports have helped us make informed decisions and in the long run, saved us thousands of dollars.
His reports have helped us make informed decisions and in the long run, saved us thousands of dollars.
He did inspections on 3 properties in the Maitland area for us. One we decided needed too many repairs, another one we were out-bid on and then it was a case of third time lucky for us.
If we ever buy another property, we will be giving Mal a call.
Michele & Hank W
Michele & Hank W
If I come across anyone looking for Building and Pest Inspections I will definitely recommend you.
Dom S.
Dom S.
After speaking with Mal on the phone I knew I had made the right choice.
The booking was easy - Mal's secretary took all my details and she booked everything in from there. I didn't have to make any arrangements with the Real Estate or the tenant.
My report was emailed ( as well as a hard copy arriving by mail a few days later). It was easy for me to understand but Mal also phoned to see if I had any further questions. It was great of him to follow up as I was wondering about a couple of things so his advice was appreciated.
If you are needing any type of inspection I can highly recommend Mal and his staff.
Samantha J
Samantha J
We wanted someone who would go over the house with a fine-tooth comb so we chose you!
Keith & Alison G
Keith & Alison G
I received an emailed copy as well as a printed copy of the reports!
Susanne W
Susanne W
He took the time to explain a few things to me over the phone that were in the reports and answered questions.
Kylee S
Kylee S
I can highly recommend Mal’s capabilities as an inspector and will definitely use him again.
G Hurn
G Hurn
My Conveyancer suggested I get Mal Wright to do the pre-purchase inspections as he was very thorough.
Nigel G
Nigel G
Best reports we have seen and I’m a conveyancer.
Maitland Conveyancer
Maitland Conveyancer
Mal’s reports were very thorough and we were very happy we had him complete the inspection.
Kim & Jason R
Kim & Jason R
We were lucky to get a spot that same week and were very grateful.
We were lucky to get a spot that same week and were very grateful. After it was booked in, we spoke with a few people and they all said Mal was very good, so we were a bit relieved we'd made a good choice.
Our reports arrived the day after the inspection and even though they were quite detailed, they were still easy to read and had different photos of certain defects which helped identify them.
Our praises go to Mal for such a great service that he provides and was always so professional when we spoke with him.
Karen & Steven E
Karen & Steven E
I was drawn in by the use of Thermal Imaging and the simple fact that he is FULLY INSURED.
Mr John B
Mr John B
We are more than happy and we will be sure to let everyone we know who is buying in ‘rural’ areas to give you a call.
Mr and Mrs S Keating
Mr and Mrs S Keating
Our Solicitor was also very happy with the quality of your work.
M & K Swanson
M & K Swanson
His work was just as good, if not better, than the first time I had used him.
Kym G
Kym G
I had to wait a few days as he was quite booked up, but then they moved my inspection forward as they’d had a last minute cancellation!
Tracy H
Tracy H
Many thanks Mal! I’ll shout your name from the rooftop of my new place!
James T.
James T.
With Boundless Thanks
Please be my guest in submitting this testimonial on your web site.
Mal Wright just saved me from making the biggest financial mistake in my lifetime. In comparison to the amount of money that I invested in the building and pest inspection, it saved me hundreds and thousands of dollars and also saved me from mountains of stress and anxiety in addition to financial ruin! This all equalling to many sleepless nights in addition to having a negative effect on my health.
When I spoke to Mal his genuine concern shone through, where he went about explaining in detail the atrociousness state of the property.
Please note: that the property looked as pretty as a post card, there was no way the buyer could have known anything was wrong, the kitchen and bathroom had been renovated and the advertisement on the web stated (Nothing to do but move in)
The bottom line is that Mal Wright saved me $50,000 to $60,000 in fixing the pending issues, and on top of that the sales price of the property.
With boundless GRATITUDE!
Thank you Mal!!
Anonymous on request
Anonymous on request
I wouldn’t use any other inspector as I know how hard he works for his customers.
Matthew S
Matthew S
My reports were emailed the day after the inspection and I took a couple of days to read through them thoroughly.
Dennis A
Dennis A
Mal Wright’s reports gave us a great insight into how much work we needed to do before we sold my mother’s home in Tenambit.
G & D Francis
G & D Francis
It is a true saying that “you get what you pay for”.
I wanted to say thank you for the great service you provided us. You were prompt, professional and went above and beyond with your help and advice. It is invaluable to feel as though the house that we are going to retire in has been so thoroughly investigated.
It is a true saying that 'you get what you pay for' and I am sure had we gone for a 30 minute "cheapie" we would have been paying out a lot in the future.
Once again thank you,
J and M H.
J and M H.
Mal’s report was very thorough and identified the reasons behind the cracking
Bryan C
Bryan C
Mal came and completed an inspection for me over the holiday period between Christmas and New Year’s!
Todd C
Todd C
Efficient, prompt and polite. We would definitely use them again.
B&R Richmond
B&R Richmond
Book Mal, you won’t regret it!!!!
Cheers
Dani and Byron
Anyone buying a house should be using you for their Pest and Building Inspections!
J. Smythe
J. Smythe
Money well spent in my opinion.
Jason Y
Jason Y
Mal saved us so much money!
Mr and Mrs B Lionel
Mr and Mrs B Lionel
We saw Mal’s car at a property while he was doing an inspection in our street.
Once we had decided on a property, Mal was one of the first people on our list to call. We wanted to know everything was structurally sound and would have no major issues.
His website labels him as 'Mr Pedantic', and it's pretty spot on! We met Mal at the house towards the end of the inspection and he had already spent an hour there inspecting, writing and photographing different things. He spent about half an hour with us going over a few things and then still had more to do!
We received the reports the next day by email and even though we had spoken to Mal at the house, reading them was a good refresher and they also included other smaller issues he didn't cover in person that day.
We are more than happy with the whole process of the Pest and Building Inspections offered by Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections and can highly recommend them.
Wendy and Grant W
Wendy and Grant W
We will happily hand out Mal’s name and number to anyone we come across who is buying or selling!
B & R Coombes
B & R Coombes
Honest and straight to the point
Cheers Mick
We would recommend your services to anyone purchasing property!
B & R Price
B & R Price
They booked us in on a Saturday afternoon (our cooling off period ended on the Monday!).
G & M Payne
G & M Payne
Such a great service he has provided and I would recommend him to anyone.
Pete S
Pete S
We would highly recommend your services after having such a positive experience.
Dean & Sharon W
Dean & Sharon W
The agent from McGraths Maitland recommended you and wow we are blown away on the detailed reports
Charlie Lund and Tori Lund, the agents from McGraths Real Estate in Maitland recommended you to us to perform our Pest and Building reports, we were reluctant to use you being a referral from a real estate agent as they are trying to sell the home but they explained they have lost sales using you but wanted the buyers to be happy with their new property so we went into your website and filled out the online booking request form. Hey prestos your reports arrived via email and a hard copy in the post.
Very professional I must say, we renegotiated the price to have the leaking showers repaired and to have the dwelling treated for termites.
You provide a great service and I have already recommended you to other buyers.
G & B
G & B
The web site was quite informative and I ended up booking my inspection online.
John G
John G
Mal was a great help and made buying our first home a little less stressful. Thank you.
S & G Thomas
S & G Thomas
Recommend to your friends and family
Regards Robert and Valerie
We went with our gut and booked a Pest and Building Inspection with Mal Wright – going against what the Real Estate agent recommended.
J & S Davies
J & S Davies
I was impressed with the fact that he has over 30 years experience!
Brian J
Brian J
I would give Mal Wright’s pest and building business 5 out of 5.
Regards a loyal and super happy customer.
Sent from my iPhone 🙂
Karen (and Steven of course)
Karen (and Steven of course)
If you want an awesome report that covers literally everything you’d better call Mal Wright.
B & P Lassiter
B & P Lassiter
As promised, he had our inspections done and the reports emailed to us (and our Conveyancer) the next day.
Michelle and Graeme M
Michelle and Graeme M
We were very pleased with the promptness that Mal was able to book our inspection in and receive our reports.
Jennifer and Grant T
Jennifer and Grant T
We have been recommending you to our friends at all opportunities.
P & S MacGregor
P & S MacGregor
Mal is as thorough as they come
Nick and Caley
Nick and Caley
Just goes to show you can’t always see what is wrong with a house
I found another place, had inspections done and there were only a few minor problems. Just goes to show you can't always see what is wrong with a house - I was totally unaware of the problems but thanking my lucky stars I had them done.
Simon and Pat N
Simon and Pat N
Mal had given me time on the phone to discuss different items with him as well
Mal's reports were by far the better choice. They were very detailed and he had picked up on numerous items that needed rectifications where the other inspector had not noted them at all. In comparison, Mal's Building report was around 56 pages and the other inspector's was only about 30 pages.
Mal had given me time on the phone to discuss different items with him as well, whereas when I called the other inspector, he was vague with details.
I know who I will be using in the future and who I will be recommending to my clients.
Name withheld
Name withheld
Very happy customers
Janice B
Janice B
The reports covered all the rooms in the house as well as the garage and shed down the back. Colour photos included.
G. Turnbull
G. Turnbull
Mal called us straight after the inspection, he gave us professional advice and we received a detailed report (including photos).
T & D Furnance
T & D Furnance
Once I received the reports Mal gave me a call to follow up and make sure I understood everything.
Ms K Warman
Ms K Warman
I found Mal to be most thorough and professional in the work he undertook in preparing the reports.
I found Mal to be most thorough and professional in the work he undertook in preparing the reports. His advice and guidance has been invaluable in ensuring that our dwelling has been able to be presented to potential buyers in the best possible light.
Garry Fielding
Garry Fielding
I have already given your number to several of our friends looking at purchasing and would not use anyone else.
It was amazing to receive your reports and have all the photos there showing us the major defects. My husband and I were very impressed with the detailed information which allowed us to negotiate the price and make a successful purchase within our cooling off period. I have already given your number to several of our friends looking at purchasing and would not use anyone else.
M&K Lyons
M&K Lyons
We will be sure to drop Mal’s name to anyone buying property!
The Ede Family
The Ede Family
I didn’t realise how much effort went into producing these reports!
Thom S
Thom S
Thank you for all your outstanding service
P & F Hodges
P & F Hodges
For such a large purchase, the information in the reports was worth every cent.
Mr & Mrs D Thoms
Mr & Mrs D Thoms
I have used Mal once before and was impressed with the process
Mick G
Mick G
I can recommend Mal’s inspection services very highly.
G. Craig
G. Craig
Although there was nothing major wrong with the house, it was great to have the reports done as even the little things that need repairs add up.
D Newsome
D Newsome
We were not disappointed.
Mr & Mrs J Wellbourne
Mr & Mrs J Wellbourne
I was impressed with the turn around of the reports
Sam J
Sam J
Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections has been a well-known business name throughout the Real Estate industry for years now.
Name witheld
Name witheld
Your reports were very informative
W & R Lang
W & R Lang
He’d done such a marvellous job last time, I had no hesitation in using his business again.
I'd highly recommend Mal for any of your inspection needs.
Daniel B
Daniel B
Buying a house has been a stressful time especially since I found myself 'competing' with other people for the same property at one stage. Having Mal do the Pest and Building Inspections has saved my sanity a little bit and saved me thousands in money I would have had to spend on repairs.
I had my last reports emailed earlier in the week and I'm onto a winner with this one. The reports confirmed everything was OK and I have had my offer accepted.
I would highly recommend having Pest and Building Inspections done before buying anything and can highly recommend Mal's business.
Steph M
Steph M
Mal provided detailed and thorough building and pest inspections on a home we recently purchased.
Kind Regards,
Susan and Anthea Kane
Susan and Anthea Kane
The reports were emailed the day after the inspection, were easy to read and included colour photos.
Janelle P
Janelle P
The reports were emailed the day after my inspection and had photos, descriptions and offered suggested repairs for different defects.
I needed Pest and Building inspections on a house in Merewether so contacted Mal's office and they booked it all in for me. They also followed up with the Real Estate agent as part of their service.
The reports were emailed the day after my inspection and had photos, descriptions and offered suggested repairs for different defects. They were as thorough as I was told they would be. We even used the reports to negotiate and have a few things repaired by the vendors before we moved.
Mal will be on my list of trades to recommend to people from now on.
Mr & Mrs D Franks
Mr & Mrs D Franks
Best money we ever spent. Can’t thank Mal enough.
Mal took the time before, during and after the inspection to make sure we were fully informed and understood the process and the report. Mal had lots of knowledge and went above and beyond. Thanks for the information about the solar system, it was something we never would have known.
The report enabled us to negotiate a good purchase price. Mal's report was easy to understand and included a lot of information usually missed by other inspectors. We will use this to prioritise our renovations and make our money stretch as far as possible.
Thanks Mal, you are awesome.
Alana and Bill
Alana and Bill
The information provided in your reports has been invaluable for us making a decision prior to purchasing.
Sara B
Sara B
Mal has done 2 Pest and Building inspections for me and both of them found concealed issues
Mal has done 2 Pest and Building inspections for me and both of them found concealed issues - excessive termite damage in one (it got crossed off my list) and a leaking roof space in another (still in negotiations with this one). I'm thankful for Mal's expertise and attention to detail in his work as I would never have known about these issues otherwise.
If you're planning on investing a lot of money in buying a house, the cost of a Pest and Building Inspection is just a drop in the ocean. Mal is the person I would recommend to anyone.
Thomas R
Thomas R
We have just moved into our house in Adamstown Heights and I must say how thorough Mal’s reports were.
Mr & Mrs H Jones
Mr & Mrs H Jones
Absolutely Amazed
Thank you very much for spending the time with us going through your detailed pest and building reports over the phone.
It was very handy after receiving the email and also receiving the hard printed copy in the mail which was very well presented and gave us something to keep as a record other than an electronic record.
We have shown many of our friends your report who some are in the building industry who commented on how professional your reports are.
When we rang around to find prices you were about $65 dearer than other options, however having heard horror stories of people choosing the cheaper option we thought $65 extra was not so much extra for such a large investment to be assured that the inspections were carried out by a professional such as yourself.
We have used the reports as a checklist to fix all the defects that you noted, minor and major so that one day when we sell the house we won’t have the problems you noted.
We are very proud house owners thanks to your great report.
Steve McGrath
Steve McGrath
I’m so glad I had the inspections done and would highly recommend Mal to anyone.
Peter G
Peter G
Brilliant!
Mr & Mrs P
Mr & Mrs P
I took advantage of Mal’s lower prices during the COVID-19 pandemic and I was not disappointed.
V. Bennett
V. Bennett
Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections provided us with reports prior to selling our property in Maitland
B & R Walker
B & R Walker
I had recently sold my house and Mal had been to do the inspections on my house when I was selling it.
Peter L
Peter L
The information contained in the reports has definitely given us peace of mind
Mr & Mrs D Murphy
Mr & Mrs D Murphy
He was easy to talk to, answered my questions and confirmed that was licenced and insured without any hesitation.
Trevor G
Trevor G
Worth the wait
Thanks Mal
-Maggie and Jeff
If I ever needed another inspection done I would definitely be giving Mal Wright a call.
Julia G
Julia G
We used Mal Wright 18 years ago for a Building Inspection at Salamander Bay
Steve & Pam W
Steve & Pam W
We would highly recommend Mal Wright to anyone buying a property.
Mr & Mrs Y Howes
Mr & Mrs Y Howes
We were more than happy with the outcome of our Pest and Building Inspections completed by Mal back in April.
He had found a few defects that were more than just 'minor' things to fix, so we went back to our Real Estate Agent armed with his reports and negotiated an amount off our original offer.
Without the inspections we would have been none-the-wiser about the defects, so Mal has saved us a lot of time and money in the long run.
We will be shouting out your name to people looking at open houses whenever we drive by! lol
Nadine and Pedro W
Nadine and Pedro W
Your reports have outlined what needs repairing immediately as well as suggesting how to go about getting the repairs fixed.
Thank you for the reports on my mother's house in Rutherford. We were unsure what to do when the Real Estate suggested getting Pest and Building inspections done prior to selling, but you took charge and have made this process so much easier for us.
Your reports have outlined what needs repairing immediately as well as suggesting how to go about getting the repairs fixed.
We are so grateful for your help and support during this difficult time for our family.
M & J Logan
M & J Logan
Mal’s website and testimonials stood out.
The house we were looking at was a bit older so there were a few areas that we wanted to be thoroughly checked and Mal seemed like he was the man for the job.
We were very impressed at the amount of detail that was in our reports and he'd included the areas of concern for us. We also received a colour printed copy of the reports in the mail.
We're more than happy with the service and expertise we received from Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections and will be passing on his details to anyone who needs them.
F&P Lamont
F&P Lamont
We are glad we used Mal’s services and would use him again if we needed to.
Kylie & Yani R
Kylie & Yani R
Thorough and easy to understand reports
Also thank you for getting to the property so quickly, getting the reports to me so fast and for doing the job in that awful heat.
Much appreciated
Jan
The money we spent on your reports was a real saving.
My husband and I recently used your professional services to inspect a property at Cliffleigh and your Pest and Building Reports were very thorough which helped us request some repairs and rectifications to be done before we took possession of the property. The colour photographs helped a lot and the defects you noted would have cost over $5000 for us to rectify ourselves so the money we spent on your reports was a real saving. I will recommend you to everyone, thanks again.
Denise & Marty G.
Denise & Marty G.
It gave me a great insight to what I needed to tidy up and smaller things I needed to fix.
Bruce H
Bruce H
So glad I chose Mal Wright
Michelle G
Michelle G
I would highly recommend Mal to anyone looking at purchasing a house.
Ms J Bollins
Ms J Bollins
Thank you for everything, Mal!
Mr and Mrs B Waverley
Mr and Mrs B Waverley
Thank you very much for your efficient and professional service.
Nicole B.
Nicole B.
I can highly recommend his services – even though the real estate agents don’t really appreciate it!!
Fiona S
Fiona S
Just a quick note to say thank you so much for a speedy service, a thorough investigation and easily understandable report.
Just a quick note to say thank you so much for a speedy service, a thorough investigation and easily understandable report.
If anyone I know ever needs any reports done rest assured I will champion your services.
Regards
Nicole Wright
Nicole Wright
Nicole Wright
I had my reports emailed straight to my Conveyancer which also saved me the hassle of getting a copy to them.
Simone W
Simone W
Mal also followed up with a phone call to make sure I understood the reports
Glen M
Glen M
We can highly recommend Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections as we personally know he works hard for his clients and goes above and beyond.
G&T Patterson
G&T Patterson
Mal went above and beyond for me
Mr J Jones
Mr J Jones
If you have any inspection needs, Mal is the guy to call.
Matt R
Matt R
I live in Kurri Kurri and wanted someone local to do a Handover Inspection
G Knight
G Knight
Thank you for your thorough service
- Cheryl and Rob
After 3 recommendations, we definitely went with Mal!
M & T Burgess
M & T Burgess
He is an asset to anyone buying (or selling) property. I wouldn’t get anyone else.
Thomas P
Thomas P
Mal was available to take a look that week and brought his Thermal Imaging Camera and Moisture meter with him.
Around 6 months later, I noticed a few things didn't seem right. There were cracks appearing in the newly painted exterior. A few tiles fell off a wall in one of the bathrooms. One particular window was becoming harder to open/close.
Not sure what was happening, I asked a few friends what they thought and they recommended Mal Wright to come and have a look.
Mal was available to take a look that week and brought his Thermal Imaging Camera and Moisture meter with him. He spent around an hour going over the house, listening to my concerns and writing things down. After he was done he quickly explained what was wrong.
When I received my report the next day, I was able to sit down in my own time and go over it carefully. Mal had explained everything and given me ideas on how to fix the problems (moisture issues). I believe that the previous owners covered up the issues by renovating and the real estate didn't help by getting in their own inspector either.
So glad I had Mal come out, but it might have been better if I'd had him do the original inspections. It could have saved me some money in the long run.
Brett V
Brett V
I discussed my concerns with him about the house & termites and he explained how his camera worked.
Mal gave me a call after he had finished the inspection to give me a quick rundown of what he had come across. There were no live termites, but the damage had been a lot more extensive than I had been led to believe. So I was left with a huge decision to make whether I was going ahead with the purchase or not. And if I went ahead I would be making a much lower offer than I had been thinking.
Mal's expertise in this area was awesome as if I had just gone ahead and bought the property with the information given to me, I would have been thousands of dollars behind. He has very helpful, informative and I would definitely use his company again.
Simon A
Simon A
He certainly has some very positive google reviews, the website was also very informative and there are lots of testimonials.
My inspection was completed the same week, the reports were emailed the day afterwards and they also emailed copies to my conveyancer. I was pleased with the quick turn-around, but even happier with the quality of the reports and how easy they were to read. Mal followed up with a phone call the same day I received my reports which allowed me to ask a few more questions. How many other businesses do you know that would take the time to do that?
I'd use Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections again in a heart beat - I can highly recommend them!
Ben T
Ben T
I even used them to negotiate a little bit off the asking price for different things that needed repairing.
I heard from his office the same day and they let me know it was all booked in and going ahead. I didn't need to do anything else.
The reports were emailed to me the day after the inspection was done and they covered everything I needed. I even used them to negotiate a little bit off the asking price for different things that needed repairing.
I'd be more than happy to pass Mal's name around to colleagues or friends needing inspections.
L. Franklin
L. Franklin
We were very happy with the reports and used them as our ‘bargaining tool’ to get a better price.
F & Y Price
F & Y Price
His website told me everything I needed to know – he was a licenced builder, fully insured and Real Estate agents disliked him (lol).
His website told me everything I needed to know - he was a licenced builder, fully insured and Real Estate agents disliked him (lol).
I booked online, but also rang around half an hour later to discuss with him different aspects I'd like him to pay attention to. Mal was very accommodating.
The inspection went smoothly (although took a little longer than usual) and he phoned me afterwards to have a chat about a couple of things.
My reports were emailed the day after and were full of information, including the areas I wanted double checked.
I am more than impressed with the service Mal provides to his customers and will be sure to pass on his details.
George H
George H
I was also impressed that you rang me to discuss the issues involved.
Because there were several issues with the building you inspected, we withdrew from the contract. We are still looking for a place to buy and when we find what we're looking for we will definitely be calling you to have the Pest and Building Inspections done. Thank You!
Noel & Janette P
Noel & Janette P
The best reporting I have ever seen
Your service is incredible, we rang your office and spoke to your secretary who was very helpful and took our booking over the phone, within 3 days we were reading the Building and Pest reports.
Your prices are compatible with other inspection services although your standard of the reports is the best we have seen EVER.
This prompt service helped my husband and I exchange contracts beating another interested party to the property.
The reports also gave us a list of repairs to go off so we can fix the house up and improve the condition which in turn will increase the value of the property.
Annie and Graham Spooner
Annie and Graham Spooner
Wow Incredible
My name is Samuel Shields and you recently inspected a property for me and my partner and we would like to thank you for the the pest and building report which blew us away with the quality of your services and how easy it was to read the reports; it was the best money I've spent on preliminaries.
The thermal camera was incredible a major water leak was detected with the thermal imaging camera that was not detectable with a naked eye which has now been fixed to prevent water damage occurring as the agent had their builder go out and fix it on our request while the purchase is under way. Thanks heaps and we will use you again on our next purchase.
Anonymous on request
Anonymous on request
I had Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections come and do a Handover inspection for me at my new build in Huntlee.
K. McDonald
K. McDonald
I’m very happy with the outcome and can say I’d definitely use this service again, if the need arises!
I was buying nearby in Morpeth so gave him a call to get the inspections booked in and out of the way (one less thing to stress about then!)
They were able to book them in the same week and I had the reports the day after (pretty efficient!) They were easy to read, had colour photos and, thankfully, there were no major issues (just a few small defects that were easy to fix).
I'm very happy with the outcome and can say I'd definitely use this service again, if the need arises! In the meantime I'll just pass on Mal's details.
Jennifer Y
Jennifer Y
We recently had Mal complete a Pest and Building Inspection for us on a property at the Central Coast.
Sim & Ben G
Sim & Ben G
The fact that you have taken time out of your day to talk over the phone and offer advice and help has been excellent.
Thank you for your assistance last week with our Pest and Building Inspections. Being a first home buyer, your service has made this experience a lot less stressful. The fact that you have taken time out of your day to talk over the phone and offer advice and help has been excellent. We will gladly pass on your details to any other friends/family/colleagues who also need inspections. You have helped us immensely. Thanks again.
B & F Thoms
B & F Thoms
You came highly recommended and now I know why.
I work in financial markets and am a licensed real estate agent, and I come across such reports on a regular basis and am very familiar with their standard format and the limited information they usually contain. In contrast, your report was impressive in that the level of diagnostic details, feedback and suggested course of action it contained, supported by photographic proof, was just excellent; it provided me with a clear understanding of the state of the property, and was instrumental in my negotiation to secure a good deal.
Furthermore, your building knowledge and common sense ideas in relation to potential future work that could be undertaken to improve the layout of the property and maximise on its location and potential value was most appreciated and I can’t thank you enough. You came highly recommended and now I know why. I would not hesitate to recommend your services to anyone who is looking to move to or invest in the Port Stephens area.
Once again, my sincere thanks for a job well done.
Regards,
John
John
Try before you buy
Many thank Mary and Greg
You are the best Pest and Building Inspector
We ended up buying the house at a reduced price thanks to your reports we were able to negotiate the cost of the repairs off the price so thank you once again. I have told our conveyance whom recommended you how happy we are and will pass you name on to anyone buying a property.
Being able to discuss the reports with you over the phone also helped so great service and was worth every cent.
Gale and Steve.
Gale and Steve.
Mal even phoned me the day after I received the reports to make sure I understood it all.
My Conveyancer recommended Mal Wright, so I googled before I booked anything. It was good to see he had so many positive reviews.
I did a booking online and they followed up with an email to let me know it had been confirmed and what day the inspection was going ahead. That's all I had to do, really! It was fairly smooth sailing from there. I got my reports (so did my Conveyancer) and there wasn't anything major wrong with the house (it was fairly new), so it all went ahead! Mal even phoned me the day after I received the reports to make sure I understood it all.
I did get a printed copy of the reports in the mail later in the week, which I want to hang onto in case I ever sell. It will be good to look at in the future and see how much has changed!
Mal gets my First Home Buyer tick of approval.
Stephanie R
Stephanie R
So my Pest and Building Inspection has just saved me quite a few thousand dollars in repairs I didn’t know I would have needed.
Well, it turns out there was a water leak inside a wall that couldn't be seen. But Mal could see it with his special Thermal Imaging camera. How handy is that? So my Pest and Building Inspection has just saved me quite a few thousand dollars in repairs I didn't know I would have needed.
I'm very thankful for Mal and his camera. I would highly recommend his services.
T. Harmon
T. Harmon
I was super impressed with the service that he provided.
M Baillie
M Baillie
Fabulous turn around! The reports were also quite detailed so they weren’t pumped out generically.
P Stevens
P Stevens
We would recommend Mal Wright’s services to anyone who is buying a house!
The reports arrived promptly the day after inspection via email and were quite detailed but still easy to read.
We would recommend Mal Wright's services to anyone who is buying a house!
Mr & Mrs F Goodsell
Mr & Mrs F Goodsell
We would highly recommend getting Mal out for your Handover inspection!
M & T Ross
M & T Ross
He listened and took time to answer my questions so I knew he was the one I was going to use.
Mal's website and testimonials were all great and I phoned to ask a few questions. He listened and took time to answer my questions so I knew he was the one I was going to use.
He was able to complete my inspections the same week and also offered to send copies to my Conveyancer. After I had read the reports I actually went back to the house and had another look to refresh my memory. It was great to have photos in the reports so I could see exactly what he was talking about.
Thanks for all your time Mal. It's really appreciated (and helped me make an informed decision).
P. Lasson
P. Lasson
His help has been invaluable and he has been professional every time I have dealt with him
John P
John P
My sister advised me to use Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections
James T
James T
Thank you for getting acess to the difficult areas under the dwelling.
You recently performed a building and pest inspection at my place at Birmingham Gardens and I thank you so much for accessing the areas that was difficult to access as this showed up major defects that I would not have been aware of and allowed us to negotiate a lesser price so we can attend to having the issues rectified.
You are the best as they all told me before I used you and they were right.
Kerry Boyle
Kerry Boyle
Mal arrived on time and after the inspection gave me a verbal briefing of the outcome.
Mal arrived on time and after the inspection gave me a verbal briefing of the outcome. I had the formal report in my inbox the next morning. His assessment was thorough, and his communication style was really effective and reliable.
The end to end process from contact to receiving the report was quick and efficient. I highly recommend Mal's services for your next house inspection.
Sam R
Sam R
It turns out that his Thermal Imaging camera is a wonderful device and picked up a small leaking pipe inside of the wall!
It turns out that his Thermal Imaging camera is a wonderful device and picked up a small leaking pipe inside of the wall! Having such an accurate outcome has allowed me to notify the trades I need to come and repair it and they know exactly where it is already.
Mal's inspection has been invaluable.
M Gemmell
M Gemmell
We will be using his services again if they are needed.
M & S Queen
M & S Queen
He is meticulous and the reports were detailed and arrived the next day.
Janice T
Janice T
The report covered a lot, yet was still easy enough to read and understand.
Kristy W
Kristy W
He seemed very knowledgeable and we are both grateful for his input.
S & J Besser
S & J Besser
The final reports were very well presented, broken down into sections and detailed with recommendations of how to best address everything that was found.
Cameron W
Cameron W
Our Real Estate Agent suggested we have a Pest and Building Inspection completed prior to putting our home on the market so we would know of any problems beforehand.
Mr & Mrs O'Neill
Mr & Mrs O'Neill
I would highly recommend anyone building a new house to get a Handover Inspection done before you move in
C Thompson
C Thompson
They covered all aspects of the house – inside and out
Ken and Mary T
Ken and Mary T
I was told to call Mal Wright, who was still performing inspections in line with current restrictions.
T. Mann
T. Mann
Mal Wright does annual Pest inspection reports for me each year on my investment properties I have in Newcastle.
Name witheld
Name witheld
I would recommend Mal and his business, he was very thorough and when speaking with him on the phone, he was a wealth of information. I'd definitely book with him again if the need arises.
A. Nixon
A. Nixon
He was only concerned about a couple of things which put our minds at ease a lot.
P & T Hill
P & T Hill
I really appreciate all your hard work
I really appreciate all your hard work and I will be definitely be recommending you to all my friends and family who require Pest and Building Inspections.
L Travis
L Travis
Your’re doing a great job!
Thanks again,
K H
K H
Mal did Pest and Building Inspections on my house last year for a buyer when I was selling and I was impressed (and a little worried) about how much time he spent doing them.
Well, I recently returned to the area to visit friends and saw a property for sale that I just adored! I wasn't done travelling but knew I had to take a risk and jump in. I called Mal and his staff arranged everything for me and the inspection was booked in for the same week. I was going overseas, but he was sending all the reports to my Conveyancer anyway and I knew he would cover everything.
It all went as planned, only a few defects and I could get a handyman on the job once I moved in. The vendors even agreed to a long settlement so I could finish my holiday.
I can highly recommend Mal to get the job done thoroughly and professionally.
F Thomas
F Thomas
The reports were detailed and the photos were a great addition.
Mr and Mrs G Lawrence
Mr and Mrs G Lawrence
Detailed, concise and straight to the point!
Thanks Pam
I have used his services on at least 5 separate occasions and each and every time I have been so pleased with my decision to use his service for both my pest and building inspections.
Mal is the ultimate professional, dependable, extremely thorough, reliable and a real pleasure to work alongside. In my experience Mal makes what is typically a very stressful time (buying a house) easier and more enjoyable. I have consistently felt more confident in my decision to purchase or not, as a result of his expertise.
I am confident that Mal does what is needed to get the job done and certainly is not one to just tell you what you want to hear. As a result of my using his services I have not purchased a property and likewise he has saved me an untold amount of money when purchasing another property. I am confident that I have more than made my money back and then some, as a result of using his services.
Mals reports are extremely thorough and he has a way of explaining things that even a non-builder like myself can fully understand.
I am so very confidently recommend Mal Wright for anyone considering a pest and building inspection and I would never consider employing anyone other than Mal for any future pest and building inspection I may need.
With respect,
M. Fell
M. Fell
The report was emailed through to me very promptly
Felicity H
Felicity H
Put your mind at ease and Book Mal
Thank you
Greg
The most worthwhile investment.
Regards,
Tina
Tina
Mal also gave us a call the day after we had received our reports to make sure we understood everything – great customer service!
Ben & Simone S
Ben & Simone S
Very thorough and clear to understand.
Mr D Fraser
Mr D Fraser
I would recommend anyone buying a house to give Mal a call
Mr B Martin
Mr B Martin
We booked online after reading the reviews on Google and the website.
M & J Howard
M & J Howard
Thank GOD we did not use our agents report
On advice from our Solicitor not to purchase the property without having our own inspector perform a building and pest inspection report. Thank god we took his advice you saves us making a bad mistake as you picked up over 20 more defects that the agents inspector picked up including a major structural defect with the concrete slab.
We will be using you again when we find another property.
Thanks again Mal.
Sue and John P.
Sue and John P.
The reports had colour photos and descriptions of problem areas.
Tina P
Tina P
Knowledgeable, polite, efficient, reports arrived in a timely manner and very well presented.
Stephen L
Stephen L
We will be taking your advice and getting a termite treatment done on the property right away.
Matt & Georgia B
Matt & Georgia B
Your knowledge in your field of expertise is exceptional
B Smith and K Lott
B Smith and K Lott
If you want someone who is thorough and does the right thing by the purchaser (not the agent or vendor) then he’s your man.
Mal gave me a call as soon as he'd finished the inspection just to quickly go over a couple of things I needed to be aware of. He emailed the full reports out the following day. They were fabulous. They covered every aspect of the property. He even picked up on little things like the garden tap out the front having no support. Much more detailed than the other reports I had seen.
We did go ahead and purchase the property although the real estate agent wasn't happy we went back and negotiated the price with the report in hand.
I too would highly recommend Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections. If you want someone who is thorough and does the right thing by the purchaser (not the agent or vendor) then he's your man.
P. Garry
P. Garry
Each time he was very professional and took the time to answer our questions.
S & T New
S & T New
His office then called me on Wednesday to say they’d had someone postpone their inspections and they could bring mine forward
G Terry
G Terry
They answered all my phone calls promptly and the endless questions I had were not any trouble
T Pearce
T Pearce
Mal had certainly picked up a few things that needed serious consideration. I’m glad I had given him a call and decided to not listen to the Agent.
First of all, the termite damage that had been 'fixed' was a lot more extensive than I was made to believe. And secondly, even after having termites, the owners hadn't kept up with the termite treatments. Wow. I couldn't believe it. Mal had certainly picked up a few things that needed serious consideration. I'm glad I had given him a call and decided to not listen to the Agent. Mal has literally saved me thousands of dollars and I wouldn't hesitate to use him again or recommend him to fellow home buyers.
Brent Y
Brent Y
Thank you so much no wonder the agents only use you for thier own purchases.
Your report was extremely thorough and easy to read the pictures also helped.
We saved over $10,000 being able to use to negotiate the major defects which we will rectify after we move in.
The thermal imaging camera was amazing picking up the roof leak near the skylight in the kitchen which was not able to be seen by eye.
I will use you and recommend to my friends.
Gayle and Graham Westcott
Gayle and Graham Westcott
The amount of problems he picked up that the builder had not included was a lot greater than I had expected.
J & P Ryan
J & P Ryan
I’m glad I had him doing my inspections and would recommend his business to anyone.
Michaela W
Michaela W
I found the reports easy to read and my Conveyancer also commented that they were very informative.
Mr K Jones
Mr K Jones
Your reports have helped so much us in regards to understanding what we need to look at moving forward in regards to renovations.
C & R Matthews
C & R Matthews
He was just as informative and helpful as last time.
J & H Geller
J & H Geller
Thanks to Mal and his Thermal Imaging camera – it showed moisture in both bathroom shower area walls.
J & J Gough
J & J Gough
I asked him a couple of questions in regards to the property and he was very professional so I booked in a Pest and Building Inspection for a home in Corlette.
Steven P
Steven P
Truly excellent reports
Rod S
Rod S
We believe our property sold a lot faster due to the fact that we had done the inspections already and Mal was a reputable inspector.
Both times he was courteous, professional and went above and beyond - fitting our inspection in on a weekend due to a busy schedule on our behalf.
The reports were great and had colour photos included to help identify problem areas.
Our vendor report was a massive hit with potential buyers and they all commented that it was an excellent idea. We believe our property sold a lot faster due to the fact that we had done the inspections already and Mal was a reputable inspector.
We would highly recommend using Mal for any of your inspection needs, and we will certainly use him again if the need arises.
Peter & Yasmin W
Peter & Yasmin W
Thank you guy’s for the prompt inspection and the quality report.
We feel that using Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspection services was easy and the report quality was exceptional.
Fiona and I would recommend you to anyone needing an inspection.
Thanks again
Jake
Jake
He left me a business card which I kept handy as I knew I would be looking for another property sooner or later.
Peter L
Peter L
The reports I received this time around were even more thorough than the first time (if that’s possible?).
The reports I received this time around were even more thorough than the first time (if that's possible?). I was very impressed and although he only found a few defects, I felt the report was a great help so we know what to look out for when we go to do repairs.
Thanks for you help once again Mal. I'll call you again once I'm ready to increase my property portfolio.
Malcolm K
Malcolm K
Mal was a great wealth of information when we recently had a Handover Inspection completed with him.
Pat & Trina R
Pat & Trina R
I was quite impressed at the length of the reports and they were well presented.
He offers a great all-inclusive service for customers - he chases up the Real Estate so he can go to the property, completes the inspections and also sends the reports to your conveyancer.
I was quite impressed at the length of the reports and they were well presented. Value for money and peace of mind at the same time.
Mr G Hopkins
Mr G Hopkins
I was tossing up if the slightly higher price was worth it.
Ananonymous on request
Ananonymous on request
I would always have inspections done just for my own peace of mind.
Tim S
Tim S
Thank you for the inspection and reports on the property at Morpeth.
Mandy & Justin T
Mandy & Justin T
Very easy, zero hassle process
Thanks Mal
Ellen and Mark
Our clients have certainly benefitted from his inspections and we will continue to recommend him.
Name witheld
Name witheld
Tea Gardens
Gene Miles
Gene Miles
I booked online and they did the rest!
T Lovett
T Lovett
If you are looking for Pest and Building Inspections – look no further than Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections
P. Lawson
P. Lawson
He is now my go-to inspector. He spent almost 2 hours at the house I was interested in.
P. Walsh
P. Walsh
I can see why my brother-in-law was so stoked – Mal was a wealth of information.
I initially phoned Mal to check on his availability and was lucky enough that he had 3 availabilities left for that week so I booked one on the spot.
Once Mal had completed the inspection, I got the reports the next day via email. It took me a while to read through them (quite comprehensive, but easy to understand). There was nothing bed that stood out so that was great, but I did have a few questions as we wanted to renovate some areas. Mal was more than happy to chat on the phone and was able to answer the questions I had.
I can see why my brother-in-law was so stoked - Mal was a wealth of information. I'm glad he did our inspections as I know I've got nothing to worry about.
J. Howell & Y. Bynes
J. Howell & Y. Bynes
As I expected, Mal’s reports were thorough and when I spoke to him on the phone he had some great advice and insight
Michael K
Michael K
We were able to use the reports and negotiated a price deduction with the vendors.
M & D Nicholas
M & D Nicholas
I asked a couple of friends who they used and they said Mal Wright was the best, so I gave him a call to see what he thought.
Upon finding out that the reports would not be legally binding if anything was wrong because they weren't in our names, I booked Mal in to do inspections and produce new reports.
The reports were like chalk and cheese. Mal had picked up on a lot more problems with the house than the original reports. It was still a great house, though. It just needed a bit more work to bring it up to where we would like it.
We spoke with the Real Estate and they said the vendors were open to offers, which was great.
So in the end, we are more than happy with our inspector, Mal, and the reports he provided us. We will be passing on his details on to everyone.
Brett W
Brett W
Mal completed Pest and Building Inspections for me some years ago now when I was buying in Nelson Bay
Margaret G
Margaret G
I have previously used Mal’s expertise on different properties I’ve looked at and he always seemed to find things that a lot of other inspectors would oversee
Richard G
Richard G
Definitely get in contact with Mal before you buy
- Kristy and Brent
The detailing of the report itself absolutely represents your meticulous attention to detail
The detailing of the report itself absolutely represents your meticulous attention to detail and it was great reassurance to know how thorough you were. We’re glad we had you complete the job. I thought reading through the reports would be an overwhelming process but the way you had it in layman’s terms with the photographs and a description on the improvements which can be made were beneficial.
I’ll be sure to recommend you to anyone I know requiring a Building and Pest Inspection in the future.
C Miller
C Miller
I phoned Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections to have them do a Defects report for me as my house was still under the Builder’s warranty
K Hunter
K Hunter
I’m more than happy with the service I have received
Janine G
Janine G
He was very helpful (I had lots of questions) and the reports were just as detailed.
I was so impressed with his attention to detail that I wanted him to be able to do Pest and Building Inspections for me when I bought my next property. Well, I've just settled on a lovely house in Tea Gardens and Mal went and did the inspections for me. He was very helpful (I had lots of questions) and the reports were just as detailed.
He really does complete these inspections with the buyer in mind (not the vendor or the real estate agent).
S. Browning
S. Browning
Detailed with pictures, report was easy to read
Thanks for squeezing us in Mal.
- Matthew and Lauren
I can now move ahead with my purchase knowing what needs to be rectified.
F. Gibbs
F. Gibbs
When I buy my next property, I’ll be calling again for sure.
Ben K
Ben K
Worth the money every time
Cheers Ed
First home buyer – new to the market
Mr & Mrs P Bourke
Mr & Mrs P Bourke
Easy process
Scott
He really went through each room quite thoroughly, took photos, got into the roof space and then there was outside as well!
P & H Gray
P & H Gray
Mal was recommended to us by a local builder who we had spoken to in regards to future renovations at the house.
Anne & Dean C
Anne & Dean C
Mal explained everything verbally over the phone straight away which gave us immense confidence to buy the house.
John & Fiona B
John & Fiona B
I will be passing on their details to anyone I know who is buying or selling property.
B. Moonee
B. Moonee
Mal Wright Pest and Building Inspections have done Pest Inspections on several of my properties in Port Stephens every year or so
David T
David T
I have had Pest and Building Inspections completed by other inspectors before but I was impressed by Mal Wright.
Mr and Mrs Colin G.
Mr and Mrs Colin G.
The thermal imaging and your reporst was fantastic….. really helpful.
Andrea & Lisa Johnston
Andrea & Lisa Johnston
I asked to meet Mal at the house when he was doing my Pest and Building Inspections and he was more than accommodating.
T. Bradley
T. Bradley
Mal and his team organised everything on our behalf which was wonderful
Mal and his team organised everything on our behalf which was wonderful, taking some of the stress away from the already stressful process of buying a house. Communication was professional, prompt and the reports easy to interpret.
I can highly recommend Mal and his team for his Pest and Building Inspections.
Thankyou.
M. Gall
M. Gall
The (handover) inspection identified several faults
I had believed that the builders and supervisor were doing their job properly but apparently not! The inspection identified several faults including the stairs not being installed correctly, drainage problems and shoddy painting. Needless to say, I went back to the supervisor with the report and tried to calmly ask why.... So we are now waiting a bit longer to move into our new house as I won't move in until it has all been fixed. The builder isn't happy but so what, neither am I. I'm also considering having Mal come out again to re-inspect the house after the works have been completed.
Thanks to Mal for his expertise. We may not have known any different if we didn't get him to do the inspection.
J & D Coombes
J & D Coombes
I’ve just packed my house ready to move into a rental for a while after selling my house and I found my old Reports!
J Lisborne
J Lisborne
You’ve saved us some stress and a bit of money.
J & L Walker
J & L Walker