Northern House Inspections

Highly recommend Mike Linklater from Northern House Inspections. Mike was very thorough and detailed throughout the entire inspection process. He explained everything clearly and was open and honest with his findings. The report was very detailed and comprehensive, delivered promptly, and gave us great confidence in our property decision. Excellent service and attention to detail.

Michael inspected a property I was interested in purchasing, his inspection, assessment and report were incredibly comprehensive. He completes a thorough inspection with a lot of equipment involved. His assessment of the property was detailed and realistic. Very ethical, professional and approachable. Highly recommend.

Contacted Michael late Tuesday asking if he could do a slab inspection because of concerns over moisture levels. He booked us in promptly and arrived within a short time of his expected arrival time. Within 24 hours of first contact we had a comprehensive report emailed to us outlining the positive and negative information that we needed to go forward.

We were really happy with Michael's work, he booked in the inspection promptly and arranged it with the real estate agent, rang me straight after the inspection to clearly explain all the issues with the house, and even worked over a long weekend to make sure we had the reports quickly. The reports (pest and building) were really comprehensive and… Read more

gave us a clear indication of risks involved in purchasing the property. Highly recommend Northern House Inspection.

Highly recommended this is the second time we have engaged Mikes Services and we are very happy with his detailed reports demonstrating his expertise in the field.

Had a great experience with Northern House Inspections. The report was super detailed, with plenty of images and clear arrows pointing out exactly where the issues were. I appreciate how actionable the recommendations are—they aren't just technical stuff; they clearly state what needs to be done and why.

MIke was great! got my first building and pest inspection and the report was very detailed and well done! Highly recommend and have already recommended him to other home buyers.

Mike was quick to respond to my request of conducting a pest and building inspection. Was very polite over the phone and easy to deal with. The report was thorough and easy to understand with great photos to support the commentary.

Mike (Michael) at Northern House Inspections exceeded expectations! From the initial communication, articulating the process of what a combined building and timber pest inspection entails and his willingness to help us meet tight deadlines, he made the process an ease. His clear professionalism shone through at all times. The report was explained… Read more

in detail both over the phone and in the written report, in terms that even a new potential home buyer could understand, which was extremely appreciated especially when navigating the complexities of contract requirements. 10/10 would recommend!

Mike at Northern House Inspections inspected four properties for us when we were looking to purchase in the Reservoir/Coburg North area between October 2024 and February 2025, He was excellent. His reports were detailed, thorough, and specific. His communication was excellent; he called us after each inspection to provide detailed verbal feedback,… Read more

following this up with the written/photographed report. Thanks to Mike we went into auctions with the confidence that we knew what we were getting into, and how much we were willing to bid. I would not hesitate to recommend Mike at Northern House Inspections and would absolutely hire him again :)

Outstanding service and communication – Outstanding service and communication - Michael was excellent to deal with in all respects, gave great guidance, advice and a very clear report. I highly recommend.

Exceptional Pre-Purchase Building Inspection Experience with Mike from Northern House Inspections – We had Mike conduct our Pre-Purchase Building Inspection through Northern House Inspections, and he truly exceeded our expectations. Mike coordinated seamlessly with our agent and adhered strictly to the schedule. His report was exceptionally thorough, pinpointing crucial issues with precision and clarity. His expertise and honesty were… Read more

invaluable, enabling us to address potential problems early and avoid future complications.

We wholeheartedly recommend Mike and Northern House Inspections for their outstanding service!

Great experience – Mike is professional and friendly and quick to respond to any queries that you might have regarding the inspection and what it covers. He arranged the inspection time with the agent and completed the inspection as scheduled. The provided report was detailed and any items of interest / concern highlighted.

Highly recommended – Mike is just so knowledgeable and offers good solutions for problems he identifies during inspections. Friendly and does not use jargon. I have used him twice now and highly recommend

Excellent Service – Mike provided an outstanding service for his inspection. His professionalism is admirable, his knowledge and thoroughness are commendable but most importantly, his honesty is very much appreciated. The details in his report have saved me from future headaches. I was able to make an informed decision thanks to his in-depth assessment of the property. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND him and Northern House Inspections to anyone.

House inspection – We have utilised Mike's expertise a number of times now and highly recommend and commend his services. Timely, efficient and professional on all occasions. Verbal report on the day, next day written a report. Tells it like it is and doesn't sugar-coat. Thanks again, Mike

100% peace of mind – Fast, thorough and detailed, the first 3 words for Mike from Northern House Inspections. Fast response, thorough inspection and detailed report. Thanks Mike, this is exactly what we needed.

Great service – Fast, responsive, thorough and communicative. Very pleased with this service and recommend it! Mike even advised that the stove ignition switch was broken!

get an Inspection this is a no-brainer – Mike has been fantastic for us as we had to have inspections done on a couple of properties. Without Mikes thorough assessment we would have a massive repair bill on our first house. His detailed approach gave us the confidence to use Mike again for our recent purchase. Absolute recommend for` anyone in the market Paul

Clear and helpful – Michael made the process of getting an inspection for a prospective first home very easy. His report was clear and thorough, and he took the time to talk to me in detail about the issues he spotted at the property. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Michael!

Excellent House Inspection Business – I have used Northern House Inspections for the purchase of my primary residence, and an investment apartment. On both occasions, Mike provided a high standard of service, inspecting promptly, and working well with the estate agent. The report he provided was exactly what I wanted, highlighting potential problems, and suggesting what should be done… Read more

to rectify them. His fees were competitive, and I was able to proceed with confidence to make my purchase.

Smooth and great experience – I was recommended Mike by a friend. From the get go, Mike was patient in answering all of my thousand questions, and attentive to what I was after. As a first home buyer, I was super appreciative of this and was put at ease from the start. His punctuality, communication and work ethic were commendable. If you are looking for an amazing building and pest inspector, look no further.

Cannot recommend enough! – So impressed with the service, highly recommend for anyone looking to buy a property. Was able to buy my property with the confidence knowing the condition of the house. Cannot thanks Mike enough. He was extremely helpful and professional. The building inspection report was extremely detailed including photos. Mike also called to ensure I… Read more

understood all the details in the report. Pricing is also fair and transparent - definitely value for money. 1000% recommend!

Building & Pest Inspection – I used Northern House Inspections for a building and pest inspection at a property I purchased in Bundoora and was very impressed with their service. Their reports were thorough and easy to read. They included lots of pictures and many recommendations. Even before engaging their inspection services, Mike kindly gave me much advice about common… Read more

problems to look out for when buying a property. I highly recommend this company and will happily use them again.

Stop looking and call Michael now! – My wife and I couldn't recommend Michael any higher. He came out and inspected our house after settlement and provided a thorough building and pest inspection. As we had already purchased the property and had the keys, Michael was able to walk us through the building once he had completed the inspections and discuss each issue in detail including… Read more

solutions/recommendations. Every interaction with Michael has been a joy, he is professional with great communication skills. Stop looking and ring Michael now!

House and termite inspection – Micheal conducted the house inspection professionally and advised us on remedies to improve the house. He also gave us local contacts of tradies. Thanks Micheal

Amazing service – Mike was super responsive and professional. He was straight away on top everything that was required and come back woth a thorough report for our building purchase. Mike went out of his was to ensure I understood the report and provided recommendations which was greatly appreciated. So glad that we went with Mike He has provided us with comfort… Read more ·  1

and re-assuranxe in the purchase we have made and he has been a pleasure to deal with. Highly recommend Mike for all your building and pest inspections.

Pest and Building Report – Very detailed - comprehensive explanations given with photos. I hadn't inspection the property so gave me an very detailed view of the property. Issues raised were very well explained.

Excellent and thorough inspection – Mike did a great job, he was very thorough and provided really comprehensive inspection reports within 24 hours of completing the job. Highly recommend using this company before a house purchase. He provided valuable information about our future purchase.