20
Jun
You have finally found the perfect house, or have you? As they say, out of sight and out of mind. This is often the case with retaining walls, particularly boundary retaining walls. Even moderate...
Building Inspections
15
Jun
So after a torrential downpour of rain you have discovered water stains on your ceiling. A quick examination of your roof shows no obvious faults such as broken tiles or damaged roof pointing. So...
12
Jun
Rising damp is unfortunately a common problem detected when undertaking building inspections in Brisbane. These particular photos were taken of a house in Mount Gravatt during a pre-purchase building inspection. Rising damp generally occurs...
19
Nov
Buying or own property in Brisbane and considering renovating? There is a fair chance the house will contain fibre cement cladding, either externally or internally. A fibre cement cladding inspection will identify any problems...
19
Nov
Ant Capping - A Little Metal Plate That Can Save You Thousands
If you are considering buying a home in Brisbane then you should absolutely be aware of the dangers of termite infiltration and the...
21
Jul
There is always a list of needs and wants potential buyers will check off when they walk through a house that is open for inspection. While immediate needs like location and space are high...
07
Jul
You might have heard the term ‘McMansion’ when looking for potential new homes in Brisbane. It’s a term that gets thrown around quite a lot – there is no shortage of McMansions in Brisbane...
07
Apr
Having a second storey in a home brings many benefits. There’s more living space, lovely views, it can add value, and the extra level doesn’t eat into outside yard space. But if you’re a...
28
Feb
Building inspections in Brisbane on any property you choose to purchase are vital in ensuring peace of mind. A lot can go wrong when purchasing a home that hasn’t been inspected before the sale...
21
Feb
You’ve found the home of your dreams - congrats! Now what? Before signing on the dotted line, be sure to add in a clause to have a qualified property inspection company go through the...