Have you ever visited an old home and noticed some downstairs rooms have a damp smell or stains on the walls?
Questions to Ask Yourself Upon Receiving a Building Report
It’s mostly common knowledge now that once you find a Sydney home you’re thinking of buying, the next step is to get a building and pest inspection. But what happens next?
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Building & Pest Inspections Prior To Auction Day
Recently, local newspaper the Newcastle Herald listed legal tips for purchasing a property at auction. Coming in at Number 3 (of 8) on their list was the advice to organise a pre-purchase building and pest inspection.
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Does My Home Have Termites?
Sydney is in the second highest risk category for termite attack in Australia, according to research developed by the CSIRO.
New Bushfire Regulations for Western Australia
New regulations were introduced in Western Australia last year, requiring homes built in bushfire prone areas to meet guidelines designed to reduce the risk of fire damage.
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No Inspections, Viewing or Access Before Purchase
A sign of Sydney’s crazy property market is clearly displayed when people are willing to purchase a home without seeing inside or even getting a building and pest inspection done.
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Gutters – A Gateway Problem For Sydney Homes
A common problem found in Sydney homes is blocked gutters and poor storm water drainage.
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Termite Damaged Northern Beaches Home Sells for $870,000
A three-bedroom, deceased estate home in Allambie Heights recently sold under the hammer for $870,000 in spite of extensive termite damage.
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Who Pays For Treatment Of The World’s Worst Termite?
The West Indian Drywood Termite is considered the most destructive termite in the world and is particularly prolific in Brisbane, as well as Maryborough, Bundaberg, Townsville and Rockhampton.
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Termites Visit Gold Coast for Summer Holiday
This past summer has seen the worst termite season in over five years. The hot, humid weather we’ve been experiencing this summer has been ideal for termites and they’ve been infesting and increasing their colonies in greater numbers than usual.
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