Some time ago I inspected a two storey home under construction. I was called because owners, a husband and wife did not like their front entry brickwork. The wife was very vocal and kept saying she was paying good money … Continue reading →

Some time ago I inspected failed fibreglass in ground swimming pool. The entire pool tilted and was 100 mm out of level (think of a listing ship) The pool was under statutory warranty and under a ten year builder’s guarantee. … Continue reading →

Yes these walls are rockin, and only because of lack of care by builder. Walls were plastered without walls being properly straightened and no one picked it up. A nice home can be ruined by bowed walls and cornices and … Continue reading →

People often ask, are there termites in my area? The fact is they could be anywhere. Termites don’t recognise municipal boundaries. Having said that some areas have greater incidence then others but the fact is your home is at risk. … Continue reading →

Most people think that pre purchase building inspections are just about property condition. Actually they are a lot more than that. A condition report with expert advice could save you from purchase disaster or it could save your health to … Continue reading →

We do a lot of pre purchase and timber pest inspections for people buying properties and we always advise them to have their inspection done within three days of signing the contract. This is because then they can cool off … Continue reading →

Yesterday I completed a pre purchase building and timber pest inspection in Hoppers Crossing. The house was about 20 years old and in excellent condition for its age, almost nothing to put on the defects list. Whilst speaking to the … Continue reading →