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10 Jun

Buying a Downstairs with Lower than Minimum Ceiling Height? Read this first

Buying a Downstairs with a Lower than Minimum Ceiling Height If you’re thinking of buying a house, it pays to know about minimum ceiling height requirements. Renovated homes are notorious for additional rooms being built within a...

12 Feb

Ask the Inspector, Brisbane Building and Pest Inspections, Building Inspection Tips

Brick Veneer Houses in Brisbane: Here’s all the RED Flags to Look for at Open House

If you’re on the hunt for your next home in Brisbane, chances are you’ll come across brick veneer on your travels. As the name suggests, brick veneer is not a structural element of the...

02 Feb

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Buying a Rental Property? Check Emergency Exit Doors Meet Australian Standards

January 2, 2021
Posted by Andrew Mackintosh
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When purchasing property for the purposes of commercial investment, the most important consideration will be the safety of your tenants. Ensuring your building is compliant with current Queensland and Australian regulations is essential. While...

24 Jan

Ask the Inspector, Brisbane Building and Pest Inspections, Roof Interior

Structural Problems 101: Ceiling Joists

With the majority of houses being constructed with timber frames, something that we’re looking for on every inspection – and hope we don’t find – is damage to your ceiling joists. It can happen...

05 Jan

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Help! My Pre-Purchase Building Inspection Report Seems Incomplete!

December 17, 2020
Posted by Andrew Mackintosh
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If you’ve undergone a pre-purchase property inspection with a Queensland property but the report seems a little lacking on the details, never fear. You do have options! If you’re a first-time buyer or investing on...

30 Dec

Ask the Inspector, Brisbane Building and Pest Inspections, House Exterior, House Interior

Does Your Potential New Home Meet Australian Standards For Balustrades?

December 17, 2020
Posted by Andrew Mackintosh
australian standard, balustrades, handrails
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Why are there Australian Standards for Balustrades? Whilst balustrading can be decorative, the main purpose is to protect users from falls. Balustrades and other barriers are installed for the safety of users of stairways, ramps,...

22 Dec

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Does Your New Home Meet Building Code Bracing Requirements?

December 17, 2020
Posted by Andrew Mackintosh
bracing, structural engineer, wall bracing
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If you’re planning on purchasing a new home, there are certain important things that you should know before you sign on the dotted line. One of those is whether the property you’re considering meets...

15 Dec

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Investing in a Rural Property Near Brisbane? Tips from the Inspector

December 17, 2020
Posted by Andrew Mackintosh
investing, rural, tips
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Rural properties near Brisbane are becoming an attractive option for investors and homeowners alike. With the shift to “work from home” looking like a more permanent way of doing business, the need to be...

05 Dec

Allotment, Ask the Inspector, Building Inspections

What are the Concrete Driveway Specifications in Australia?

Thinking of adding a new concrete driveway? Specifications in Australia apply. The National Construction Code 2019 and Australian Standard AS3600 regulate the construction of concrete structures on properties. This includes the installation of pathways...

21 Nov

Ask the Inspector, House Interior, Roof Interior

What Causes Water Damage To Your Roof Cavity And Ceiling?

August 4, 2022
Posted by Andrew Mackintosh
ceiling damage, roof cavity, water damage
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No one likes to see a stained wet patch on their white ceiling, but this is a sign of water damage in your roof. Water damage to your roof cavity and ceiling can be caused...

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