Many people assume Building and Pest Inspections are only relevant to purchasers as part of the contract process. This assumption is not entirely correct.Â
The Vendor has a fantastic opportunity to have their home inspected prior to listing their property for sale.
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A retaining wall is a structural feature designed to prevent downhill soil erosion and soil collapse.
There is a wide range of retaining walls, all of which use the same principle. This is that the earth’s pressure must be offset by an opposing force.
The common signs for retaining wall failure are cracking, tilting, bulging, bowing or buckling. If you are unsure of the integrity of your retaining wall, book in for a building inspection today.
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Before finalising the purchase of a property, it is crucial to conduct a pre-settlement inspection. This inspection ensures that the property is in the expected condition. By thoroughly examining the property before settlement, buyers can verify that any agreed-upon repairs and conditions have been met.
In this article, we will discuss the importance of pre-settlement inspections and provide a comprehensive checklist of things to look out for during the inspection.
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Ever heard of weep holes? Well, if you’re buying a new home, you are about to. Weep holes are topping the list of items to inspect during a pre-purchase building and pest inspection on brick houses as they can cause expensive moisture damage if ignored.
In this blog post, we discuss the purpose and problems homeowners can experience with weep holes in masonry walls.
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A building and pest inspection is an important consideration before purchasing any property. It helps determine existing and potential problems in the house or building and gives you an expert’s advice on the property’s overall condition.
Also, with the inspection report on hand, you will be able to negotiate the property price with cold hard facts.
The pre-purchase building inspection is a very helpful tool for property buyers, but bear in mind that it also has limitations.
If you are wondering ‘what do building inspectors look for?‘ – read on and you’ll find out everything you need to know about what is and isn’t included in your building inspection.
If you’re in the market for a new home you are probably no stranger to ‘open houses’ or property inspections. Inspecting a house in person is a great way for potential buyers to see whether or not it measures up to the listing agent’s market spiel. More importantly, you’ll get to find out more about the overall health and state of the home you may potentially purchase. If you know what questions to ask, that is.
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You may have heard about people testing radon levels when either selling or buying a home overseas. But how high are the levels of radon in Australia, what health risks does it pose to homeowners and when should you have a radon inspection conducted?
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It has been an exceptionally wet year so far. Thanks to La Niña, the Australian summer has produced above average rainfall across the country. All the extra rain causes moisture to persist for longer in the air and in the ground which can cause problems for homeowners.
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Chemical delignification has been found in some metal and concrete tiled roofs around the Perth region, and primarily in properties close to the ocean. However, the deterioration seems to be more related to the ‘Terracotta Tiled Roofs’ which is similar to clay bricks, than to the actual location.
Before we explain in more depth what chemical delignification really is, we need to understand what products and conditions can lead up to this happening to the roof timber structure. So, let’s start from the beginning.
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By now, most people have understood the value of a pre-purchase property inspection before the contract of sale, and will gladly pay to get confirmation the property is a good buy. But what if the property you intend to purchase is in fact a new construction; a brand-new home where no one has lived yet, would you still need a professional inspection?
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