What We Do

We provide specialist building diagnostics and detailed scopes of work for:

• Water ingress & leak detection
• Moisture investigations
• Leaky home problem solving
• Flood & water damage assessments
• Insurance scope of works
• Pre-purchase issue investigations
• Complex building problem-solving

Our work is ideal when:

• You don’t know where water is coming from
• Previous repairs haven’t worked
• You need clarity before spending money
• You want a proper plan before starting work

Our Approach – Practical, Forensic-Style Investigation

We approach every job like a building investigation.

Not as surveyors or engineers — but as experienced Licensed Building Practitioners who have physically pulled buildings apart, seen failures first-hand, and understand how things actually go wrong.

We:

• Trace water paths and entry points
• Test moisture levels
• Use thermal imaging where required
• Open up areas (where needed) to confirm causes
• Assess construction methods and failures
• Identify risks like mould, decay, and structural damage

Then we put it all together into a clear, structured report.

Our Process

Site Visit & Initial Assessment
We attend site and go through all known issues with you.

Investigation & Testing
We carry out:

• Moisture readings
• Thermal imaging (if required)
• Water ingress tracking
• Physical inspection and, where necessary, invasive checks

Detailed Investigation Report
We compile a structured report including:

• Findings and root causes
• Photos and supporting evidence
• A clear explanation of what’s happening
• Risks and potential consequences
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Scope of Work / Repair Strategy
We develop a clear plan outlining:

• What needs to be done
• The correct repair method
• Materials and approach
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Next Steps & Specialist Input (If Required)
If your project requires additional input, we can:

• Work alongside surveyors, engineers, or architects
• Point you in the right direction
• Help coordinate the next stage



No matter how complex the issue is — we will either solve it or guide you to the right solution.

Why This Matters

Getting this stage wrong can cost tens of thousands in failed repairs.

Most issues we see come from:



• Guesswork
• Cover-ups instead of proper fixes
• Poor diagnosis
• Incomplete scopes

A proper investigation:

• Saves money long-term
• Prevents repeat failures
• Gives you confidence before committing to repairs
• Helps with insurance and decision-making 

Indicative Pricing

We are upfront about the value of this work.

Initial Site Investigation (Verbal / Email Summary)

From $500 – $900 + GST
Basic inspection with high-level feedback (no formal report) Verbal / Email Summary

• Site visit
• Moisture testing
• Recommended next steps



Standard Investigation Report

From $1,500 – $2,500 + GST
Includes:

• Site visit
• Moisture testing
• Photo documentation
• Written findings
• Recommended next steps

Detailed Diagnostic Report + Scope of Work

From $2,500 – $4,000+ + GST
Includes:

• In-depth investigation
• Multi-area assessment
• Full written report
• Detailed scope of works
• Repair methodology

Complex / Multi-Room / Staged Investigations

$4,000 – $6,000+ + GST
For:

• Large homes
• Multiple failure points
• Waterproofing issues
• Structural or long-term damage investigations 

Important – How We Work With These Reports

If you proceed with Aries Builders to carry out the repair work:

We can credit part (or all) of your investigation cost back into the job.

This means:

• You’re not paying twice
• You’re investing in getting it done properly from the start

If you choose to use another contractor — that’s completely fine — but the report remains a paid professional service.

Why Choose Aries Builders

• Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP)
• Over 30+ years of real-world building experience
• Specialist in water damage and insurance repairs since 2014
• Hands-on knowledge from pulling apart failed buildings
• Practical solutions — not theory
• Clear, detailed, easy-to-understand reports

We don’t just write reports.

We understand how buildings fail — and how to fix them properly.

Get the Right Answer First

If you’re dealing with:

• A leak you can’t find
• Ongoing moisture issues
• A failed repair
• Or a building problem that doesn’t make sense

Get in touch.

We’ll help you figure it out properly — from the start.