If a major construction project is happening near your property, you might be wondering how it could affect your home. Heavy machinery, excavation, or demolition work can cause vibration, ground movement, or accidental damage to surrounding buildings. Without proper documentation, it can be difficult to prove whether damage was pre-existing or caused by nearby works, and this can quickly lead to costly disputes.

That’s where a dilapidation report (also known as a condition report) comes in. It records the state of a property before and after neighbouring construction, providing protection for both homeowners and builders.

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Chemical delignification is a form of timber deterioration that affects roof structures, particularly timber battens supporting terracotta or metal roof tiles. Often referred to as “hairy timber”, this process weakens the timber over time and can eventually compromise the structural safety of the roof — in some cases making it unsafe to walk on.

In this guide, we explain what chemical delignification is, where it occurs, what causes it, when it becomes a structural defect, how to spot it, and what can be done to manage it. Understanding the issue early can help property owners avoid costly repairs and serious safety risks.

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The gutters on a house manage the flow of water from the roof down to the drainage system and away from the property foundation. Though it plays a vital role, the gutter is often overlooked when it comes to cleaning.

If you haven’t been paying enough attention to your gutters, you should know that neglecting them can lead to many problems in the future which all could have been easily avoided by a thorough clean.

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Between 1940 and the mid-1980s, Asbestos-containing material (ACM) was widely used in the construction industry. In fact, Asbestos was used in some form or manner in over 3,000 products throughout Australia. For properties built during this timeframe, it’s crucial to obtain an Asbestos audit. Continue reading “Why Get An Asbestos Audit?”

Timber pests like termites, bores, and decay fungi attack timbers and other wooden parts of your house, feeding off them from within and leaving no surface signs. When left untreated, the attacks can greatly affect the structural soundness of your property.

If you want to keep your property in top shape and highly valuable for resale, it’s important to learn to read the signs of early infestation, and how to prevent it altogether.

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