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ROOF LEAKS,PLUMBING LEAKS, DETECTION WITH THERMAL IMAGING
I was engaged by the developer to help with detection of water leaks through windows in a new residential development. The leaks were damaging carpets and it was important to detect source of the defects. Examination of windows revealed they … Continue reading
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Building Contract, pre contract consultation, what is good faith have to do with it?
I had a call from a potential client who was contemplating entering into building contract. He wanted a pre contract consultation, his contract review and advice on special conditions that he wanted to put into the contract. He explained that … Continue reading
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Building inspection, Thermal imaging is more than just a pretty stud finder.
Here are some examples of what I regularly discover: If your property inspector does not have thermal imaging defects may be missed.
Building Inspection, Will your Builder come Back to Fix Defects?
Chasing the builder to come back to fix defects is the most frustrating experience for many homeowners. Once the builder has his money it’s “Adios” most of the time but not always. It’s refreshing to see a conscientious builder coming … Continue reading
Building inspections Melbourne, what’s the cost of a dispute?
Perhaps the reason why you are having a dispute is because your builder has not taken you seriously. Anyhow, you have tried everything and are getting nowhere. What will you do next? Prepare building expert defect report and serve builder … Continue reading
Building inspection,new home, what could happen if you don’t get a pre final inspection?
A lot actually. Your new home may not be completed to the required standard, do you know what it is? You may not get everything that you paid for, you may have overpaid for some items or even double paid. … Continue reading
Pre purchase inspection. Should you or should you not?
Some people will have a good look at the property they are buying and then decide it’s OK and will skip on a pre purchase inspection report. If the property is only a few years old and it looks good, … Continue reading
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Pre auction inspection, your gold nugget is where you find it, but look carefully! It pays to get Building Expert opinion.
Last week I inspected dilapidated grand old home that was going to auction. My clients are experienced renovators and at least one of them is a tradesperson in the building industry, however they wanted a second opinion and the extra … Continue reading
What is a building contract? do you know what you are getting into?
It always amazes me that many people, even if they are well educated, will sign off on a building contract without understanding and thinking less than buying shoes. Then in a fit of blindness of common sense they will just … Continue reading
Is this Building Commission building inspector a Jack of duds?
This is what you get when you get your building complaint investigated by Building Commission. Don’t waste your time! Think about it. Is the owner supposed to fill the spa with water risking her children’s life whilst waiting for a … Continue reading
