Category: Queensland

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Buying a Queenslander? Here’s What Every Buyer Needs to Know

Posted on CategoriesQueensland

These homes stop people in the street. The wraparound verandah, the high-set silhouette, the VJ walls, and the louvred windows. Most buyers have made up their mind before they finish the open home.

The same features that make Queenslanders so appealing also make them one of the highest-risk property types to buy without a professional inspection. Age, all-timber construction, an open subfloor, and decades of varied renovations create problems that are not visible on a casual walkthrough.

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Three Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Termite Infestation

Posted on CategoriesSunshine Coast

Termites pose a common threat to homeowners on the Sunshine Coast, as they do in many other areas of Queensland. The humid subtropical climate of the region provides the perfect breeding ground for termites, and with over 300 species of termites in Australia, it’s crucial for homeowners to take measures to make their homes termite resistant.

Termite and pest infestations continue to be a major issue for Australian property owners. According to the Australian Environmental Pest Managers Association (AEPMA), termite damage and treatment costs can amount to thousands of dollars per property, with repair costs often becoming significant once structural timber has been affected. Because termite damage is generally not covered by standard home insurance policies, prevention and early detection are extremely important.

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What to consider before buying property in a Brisbane flood zone

Posted on CategoriesAll Categories, Brisbane Property Market News

Buying property in a Brisbane flood zone can feel risky — especially if you remember the impact of the 2011 floods. While flood-prone areas may still offer lifestyle and price advantages, they come with additional considerations that buyers must fully understand before committing.

In this guide, we outline the key factors to consider when buying property in a Brisbane flood zone, including flood risk, insurance implications, renovation restrictions and the importance of a professional inspection.

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Retaining wall

Retaining Wall Failure: The Essential Guide for Australian Homeowners and Buyers

Posted on CategoriesAll Categories, NSW, Queensland, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba

A retaining wall might seem like a simple backyard fixture, but it holds back more than just soil; it holds back significant liability. 

Retaining walls are a common feature in Australian homes, especially in hilly suburbs, coastal regions, and new subdivisions where blocks are often tiered to maximise usable land.

But when they fail, the consequences can be severe, ranging from soil collapse and structural instability to costly legal disputes with neighbours. That’s why identifying the early warning signs and understanding the causes of retaining wall failure is crucial, particularly if you’re buying a property.

If you are unsure of the integrity of your retaining wall, book in for a building inspection today.

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Building and Pest inspections can assist sellers as well as buyers.

Posted on CategoriesAll Categories, Sunshine Coast

Many people assume Building and Pest Inspections are only relevant to purchasers as part of the contract process. This assumption is not entirely correct. 

The Vendor has a fantastic opportunity to have their home inspected prior to listing their property for sale.

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Inspector Ramsay

Meet Gold Coast/Northern Rivers Inspector Peter Ramsay

Posted on CategoriesGold Coast Property Market News, Northern Rivers, Queensland

Peter Ramsay has been in the building and pest industry since 1981. He started out conducting inspections in Rockhampton, before taking part in a family owned building and pest inspection company on the Gold Coast in 1995.

His years in the company has given him invaluable industry experience and knowledge and he is now aiming to educate his clients before and after they purchase a home.

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Martin Brisbane West Building and Pest Inspector

Inspector Cherrie Helps Protect Brisbane Homes

Posted on CategoriesBrisbane Property Market News, Queensland

Martin Cherrie is a licensed building inspector with 35 years’ industry experience behind him. To date, he has inspected over 10,000 homes and with no intention of slowing down.

With bucket-loads of experience and a passion for helping homeowners and buyers, Martin is your building & pest inspector in Brisbane’s west. He services clients from Springfield Lakes to Indooroopilly and everywhere in between.

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David Brisbane Bayside Property Inspector

David Yeowart inspects your home in Brisbane’s Bayside

Posted on CategoriesBrisbane Property Market News, Queensland

“Helping people is why I love being a property and pest inspector.”

David Yeowart has been inspecting homes in Brisbane’s Bayside area since 2008. He gets satisfaction from knowing he has saved his client potentially tens of thousand of dollars in future repairs by flagging property defects.

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Neville - Toowoomba Inspector

Toowoomba Inspector Neville Talks Timber Pests & Structural Defects

Posted on CategoriesToowoomba

Meet Neville Grimes – Your Toowoomba Inspector

Next up in our series of building and pest inspectors is Toowoomba local Neville Grimes.

After sustaining a few injuries in his carpentry job back in 2018, Neville decided to move to property inspections. He enjoys the flexible hours which give him more time together with his young family.

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