Exclusive for Registered Domestic Builders (Unlimited) ONLY
Build a High-Income Inspection Career
Get Off the Tools
Regularly earn $7k–$10k per week. Reduce the stress of home building and get off the tools in 3 months. Built by a building inspector with 20+ years of experience.
$7k–$10k
Est. Weekly Revenue
100%
Hands-on Training
3 Months
Avg. Career Transition Time
The Industry Is Shifting
Registered Builders Are First in Line
Australia's building inspection industry is changing, and it's changing fast.
New REIV contract requirements are already in effect. Insurance premiums have gone from $3,500 to $7,500. The VBA now regulates building practitioners directly. While others are being locked out, Registered Builders are in the strongest position they’ve ever been.
Insurance premiums doubled
Major defect regulations tightening
Increased demand for qualified inspectors
Registered Builders have a massive advantage
Demand for qualified, builder-led inspectors is at an all-time high, and so is the earning potential. The Academy ensures you don’t just enter the industry, you lead it.
We Don’t Teach Theory
We Build Inspectors
Only Builders. No Exceptions.
No hobbyists. No Cert IV crowd. Max 5 registered builders per cohort. Everyone in the room has built things, so the training is faster and sharper.
Real Coaching & Mentorship
Drew has 20+ years in the industry and has personally trained every graduate. This isn't a course you sit through. It's mentorship you work through.
10 Live Guided Inspections
10 live inspections guided by Drew on active sites with paying clients. Not simulations. You do the work, write the reports, and get feedback on every one.
The Insurance Pathway
Getting insured is the biggest barrier to starting in inspections. We built this program around Rapid Insurance standards, so when you graduate, the pathway to coverage is already clear.
From the Tools to
Total Control
In 3 months, registered builders are ditching the physical toll, the thin margins, and the weekend site work. What they’re getting instead is predictable income, full control over their schedule, and work that actually values what they already know.
Own your schedule. No more project chaos.
Earn $7k—$10k per week doing inspections.
Predictable income. No more chasing payments.
No more risking your body every day on site
In as little as 3 months, our builder trainees are completing inspections confidently, writing compliant reports, and earning $7k–$10k per week
A Curriculum Built for
The Modern Inspector
Week 01 : Module 01 Technical Foundations & Standards
Standards
Deep dive into AS 4349.1 inspection requirements.
Identification
Learn to distinguish between Major, Minor, and Safety defects.
Structural
Master site-level structural assessments and risk analysis.
Gain the technical confidence to back every claim you make on-site.
Week 02 : Module 02 The Business of Inspections
Standards
Deep dive into AS 4349.1 inspection requirements.
Identification
Learn to distinguish between Major, Minor, and Safety defects.
Structural
Master site-level structural assessments and risk analysis.
Gain the technical confidence to back every claim you make on-site.
Week 03 : Module 03 High-Efficiency Reporting
Standards
Deep dive into AS 4349.1 inspection requirements.
Identification
Learn to distinguish between Major, Minor, and Safety defects.
Structural
Master site-level structural assessments and risk analysis.
Gain the technical confidence to back every claim you make on-site.
From Registered Builder to
Certified Inspector in 5 Steps.
STEP 1
Apply & Qualify
Use our qualification tool to confirm your Domestic Builder (Unlimited) registration. We review every application manually to ensure cohort quality.
STEP 2
Foundational Pre-Work
Get instant access to our digital portal. Master the core Australian Standards (AS 4349.1) and foundational theory at your own pace before we meet in person.
STEP 3
3-Day Classroom Training
Three days of deep-dive coaching with Drew. We move beyond theory into high-level structural analysis, insurance risk, and the business strategy of inspections.
STEP 4
10 Live On-Site Inspections
The core of the Academy. Join our senior team on 10 real-world inspections. Identify major defects, manage real clients, and master on-site report writing.
STEP 5
Graduate & Start Inspecting
Finalize your certification and unlock the Insurance Pathway. We set you up with HelloInspect software and the professional credentials to start billing $7k–$10k per week.
Exclusive for Registered Domestic Builders (Unlimited) ONLY
What Building Inspections Academy Is For?
You will thrive if this
- Active Domestic Builder (Unlimited) registration.
- Ready to move off the tools.
- Value standards-driven inspection work.
- Want high earnings plus lifestyle control.
- Ready for intensive on-site coaching.
What Building Inspections Is Not
- No current builder registration.
- Want a certificate without the work.
- Unwilling to attend live inspections.
- Not serious about a career change.
- Seeking a fast-track without technical depth.
About Building Inspections Academy
Building Inspectors Academy (BIA) was founded by Drew and Brooke Woods, owners of 8 Point Building Inspections, after more than a decade working at the coalface of the building inspection industry.
Over the past 10 years, Drew and Brooke have trained and mentored multiple registered builders transitioning into building inspections. Initially to support the growth of their own business and to help builders create a sustainable pathway off the tools.
Client Testimonials
“I spent 20 years on the tools. Within 4 months of finishing the Academy, I was billing $8,500 a week and I’ve never felt more in control of my time.”
Testimonial 1
Former Domestic Builder (Unlimited).
“I spent 20 years on the tools. Within 4 months of finishing the Academy, I was billing $8,500 a week and I’ve never felt more in control of my time.”
Testimonial 2
Former Domestic Builder (Unlimited).
“I spent 20 years on the tools. Within 4 months of finishing the Academy, I was billing $8,500 a week and I’ve never felt more in control of my time.”
Testimonial 3
Former Domestic Builder (Unlimited).
“I spent 20 years on the tools. Within 4 months of finishing the Academy, I was billing $8,500 a week and I’ve never felt more in control of my time.”
Testimonial 4
Former Domestic Builder (Unlimited).
“I spent 20 years on the tools. Within 4 months of finishing the Academy, I was billing $8,500 a week and I’ve never felt more in control of my time.”
Testimonial 5
Former Domestic Builder (Unlimited).
You’ve got questions,
We’ve got answers
We believe clarity builds confidence. Here are answers to some of the most common questions we receive from people.
Still have questions?
Get in touch with us today!
Who is eligible to enrol in the Building Inspection Academy?
The program is open only to registered building practitioners. Eligible registrations include Registered Building Practitioner (DBU), Registered Building Inspector, Registered Building Surveyor, and Registered Architect. Licence verification is required before enrolment is confirmed.
Is this a certified or accredited course?
No, this is not a Cert IV or nationally accredited course. It is a private, hands-on mentorship and coaching program designed by an inspector with 20+ years of experience to provide practical skills that standard certificates often lack.
How long does the program take to complete?
Most participants complete the program within 3 months. Phase 1 is a 2–3 day classroom intensive. Phase 2 involves a minimum of 10 supervised live inspections, which are scheduled around real property availability. Completion depends on competency demonstrated, not a fixed calendar date.
How does the "Insurance Pathway" work?
The academy works in collaboration with Rapid Insurance. Throughout your training, you learn to write defensible reports that meet insurer expectations. By the time you complete your supervised inspections, you have the documentation practices and understanding required to pursue professional cover with confidence.
What software will I be trained on?
You will be trained on Hello Inspections, a professional reporting platform used by working inspectors. During your training, you will learn to configure the system, apply BIA’s proprietary defect library, and build inspection workflows that produce clean, defensible reports. By graduation, you can operate the platform efficiently from day one.
Still have questions?
Get in touch with us today!
Stop Managing Sites.
Start Inspecting Them.
Applications are reviewed manually to maintain cohort quality. Restricted to Registered Domestic Builders (Unlimited) only.
