25
Mar
If you have had a building inspection report in the past, then you know there are a wide range of issues an inspector can highlight. If the issue is particle board damage, how worried...
Building Inspections
11
Feb
So, your dream house needs underpinning. Is it a dealbreaker? Here is a brief explanation of what house underpinning means, when it’s required, and how to identify if a house needs underpinning.
So what is...
03
Dec
Planning on making a converted church your new home?
Residential church conversions are a hot trend taking the country by storm and it’s easy to see why. After all, who wouldn’t dream of waking up...
13
Sep
Don't forget to do your homework before you buy a Townhouse
Townhouses are a popular choice for first-time property buyers wanting to get an easy-to-maintain first home, and empty nesters looking to downsize. Purchasing a...
02
Jul
During an open inspection, there is more that you should be looking for than the size of the bedrooms and whether you’ll have enough storage. The ceiling is the house's protector, and even a...
13
Jun
Concrete Spalling in stumps needn't be a dealbreaker
Queensland has many homes raised on stumps. An elevated home allows for cooling breezes to pass around and under the home – essential in homes built before...
07
Jun
Is your dream house on stumps? Here's what you need to know.
So, you’ve seen that beautiful Queenslander house on stumps and are going to the open inspection. You love the thought of relaxing on...
21
May
Heritage listed homes in Queensland - what you need to know
There’s no doubting the charm and appeal of heritage listed homes. However, if you’re thinking about purchasing one, you might be wondering what that...
20
Apr
Efflorescence or Salt Damp Deposits in Brisbane Properties
You’ve been searching for the perfect Brisbane property, and you think you might have found it. But there’s a problem - there are signs of brick efflorescence....
21
Mar
The Four Most Common Building Defects in Brisbane
As a leading building inspector, it’s fair to say we’ve seen a lot of building defects in Brisbane over the years. In this article, we’ll take you...