About us

We deliver clear, practical building reports for strata committees, property managers and owners — so you can make confident decisions about your property.

Our story

Clear reports, trusted advice, practical outcomes.

A full-service building inspections company that provides services to the Strata and Real Estate industries. Our priority is to provide a level of quality and assurance in terms of the product we produce as it is critical to the proper maintenance and insurance risks associated with the major assets that we inspect.

We are fully licenced company with the QBCC.

Meet the team

Michael

Director, General Manager and Owner of Arcadia

Michael has held an open builders licence with the QBCC since 2007 and has worked in the construction industry for over 25 years. Michael's experience includes over 15 years in commercial construction with one of Queensland's former major building companies and over 10 years in residential construction running his own building company. Michael also has experience in building inspections in regards to property maintenance, defects and work place health and safety.

Throughout his years in the building industry Michael has developed skills that he believes are crucial in delivering positive outcomes and building relationships. His first priority is always the quality of the product he produces to ensure his client's needs are met.

Steve

Director, Operations Manager and Owner of Arcadia

Steve has held a Cert IV in Carpentry since 1994 and has worked in the construction industry for over 30 years. Steve has a very hands-on working knowledge of construction and a wide range of building techniques. Steve has worked in both the commercial and domestic sector. His eye for detail is one of his strengths and is a huge asset for his clients. Steve prides himself on communicating effectively with his clients and aims for a high level of reporting to meet the clients needs.

Dave

Team, Arcadia Building Reports

Dave has been working in the building industry for over 30 years. He has a strong working knowledge of a wide range of building techniques and brings this experience and knowledge to his inspections and reports. Dave has worked on a wide range of construction projects around the Brisbane and wider area during his career and is very familiar with the conditions that contribute to building wear and tear. Dave is easy to communicate with and likes to work with all stakeholders to provide a high quality product.

Deb

Team, Arcadia Building Reports

Deb is the glue that keeps Arcadia running smoothly. While the team are out on the road, up on rooftops, and carrying out inspections, Deb is the steady presence in the office—keeping everything organised and always easy to reach. Deb coordinates the moving parts behind the scenes, making sure communication between Committee members, the Arcadia team and the Body Corporate management team are as stream lined as possible.

102+ Years experience
6445+ Reports delivered
100% QBCC licensed
50+ Areas covered

Why choose us

Reasons to work with us

Licensed, practical and focused on clear outcomes for strata committees, property managers and owners.

QBCC licensed

Fully licensed with the Queensland Building and Construction Commission for building inspections.

Friendly team

Small, local business with a big heart.

Insured

Professional indemnity and public liability coverage for your peace of mind.

Plain-language reports

Clear, jargon-free reports that committees and managers can read and act on.

Committee-friendly format

Structured for strata committees and easy to share with contractors and stakeholders.

Responsive communication

We respond promptly and keep you informed throughout the inspection and reporting process.

Our approach

Practical, clear,
committee-ready.

  1. Plain language

    We write reports that committees and managers can read and understand. No unnecessary jargon — just clear findings and recommendations.

  2. Photos and evidence

    Every observation is supported by photos so you can see exactly what we mean. Ideal for sharing with contractors or for committee records.

  3. Action-oriented

    Our reports highlight priorities and next steps. We focus on what matters so you can plan maintenance and budgets with confidence.

Who we work with

Strata committees and property managers

We deliver clear building reports and inspections for the people who need them most.

Strata committees

Condition reports, defect inspections and sinking fund support to inform maintenance planning and capital works.

Property managers

Clear documentation for maintenance programs, defect tracking and pre-purchase or pre-lease assessments.

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