Business Details
27 Years
experience
Expert Building Surveyors in Melbourne & Perth
Established in 1999, we are a 100% Australian-owned business specialising in domestic building surveying, inspections, and consulting services across Victoria and Western Australia. With over 25 years of industry experience, our innovative approach and dedicated team deliver unmatched expertise, maximising productivity and ensuring compliance for residential construction projects. Our commitment to cutting costs, fast turnaround times, and high-quality service is supported by a fleet of in-house registered inspectors and digital tools designed to streamline processes.We prioritise client satisfaction through transparent communication, mandatory on-site inspections, and training to improve first-time approvals. Our values of care, innovation, and delivery underpin our mission to be the most trusted building surveying company in the sector.
Services
Building Permits
Building Inspections
Occupancy Permits
Certificate of Design Compliance
Online Portal
Fast Turnaround Services
Inspection Management App
Compliance Training
Preliminary Compliance Inspections
CDC Approvals
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in residential building surveying.
- We operate Victoria's largest team of in-house registered inspectors.
- Our digital tools enable instant permit downloads and inspection results.
- We guarantee building permits in 5 days (Victoria) and CDCs in 48 hours (WA).
- We provide mandatory on-site inspections with same-day results and photos.
Services
Building Permits
We streamline building permit applications for residential projects, ensuring compliance with Australian standards. Our digital-first process allows instant downloads and fast approvals within 5 working days in Victoria. Expert guidance ensures designs meet regulatory requirements, reducing delays and costs.
Building Inspections
Our in-house team conducts mandatory inspections at every construction stage, including footing, slab, frame, and final checks. With over 50,000 annual inspections, we guarantee same-day results and photos via our app, ensuring compliance and timely project progression.
Certificate of Design Compliance
We specialise in fast CDC approvals across WA, ensuring designs meet building standards. Applications are processed within 48 hours, accelerating council permit timelines. Our experts handle paperwork to simplify compliance for residential and non-habitable structures.
Occupancy Permits
Once inspections are complete, we issue occupancy permits the same day, certifying homes as safe for habitation. Our digital process eliminates delays, ensuring seamless handovers for residential developments in Victoria.
Online Portal
Our G4 Portal enables online permit applications, real-time tracking, and instant document downloads. Users can communicate directly, upload files securely, and access inspection results with photos, streamlining workflows for builders and clients.
Questions
What services does Group Four Building Surveyors offer?
We provide building permits, inspections, occupancy permits, and Certificate of Design Compliance services across Victoria and Western Australia.
How quickly can I get a building permit?
Building permits in Victoria are issued within 5 working days; CDCs in WA are approved within 48 hours.
Do you offer digital tools for permit applications?
Yes, our G4 Portal allows online applications, instant downloads, and real-time project tracking.
Are inspections conducted in person?
All mandatory inspections are performed in person by our qualified team.
What areas do you service?
We operate across Victoria and WA, including Melbourne, Perth, Geelong, and regional areas.
