Category Archives: Building Inspection

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.

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Building Inspection, Can you detect structural defects with thermal imaging?

Thermal imaging camera is extremely useful(and expensive) tool in property inspection because it can often find invisible defects and it can be used in diagnosis of structural faults.   In the example above, a twelve year old dwelling was inspected … Continue reading

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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

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Building inspection melbourne, foundation issues galore

On the same day I inspected a new home before handover, that had defective surface drainage and a home about ten year old that was in excellent condition thanks to a well constructed concrete paving apron Check out the photos … Continue reading

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Building and pest inspection melbourne, It’s often good news

Yesterday I inspected a free standing unit in Lara, it was about ten years old, in good condition and there was very little to put on the list as significant issues. Loose fan in bathroom, down pipe threatening to disconnect … Continue reading

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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

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Another good insurance result, insurer will refund report fees to my client

This speaks for itself: (the building report was for storm damage on 25/12/2011) Hi Branko and Kristina, AAMI are happy to reimburse us for your report Branko but they require an official invoice and receipt stating your ABN etc, could you … 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

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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

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What’s the difference between property inspection report and Building Expert’s report?- piece of mind

This week I inspected a home for a lady who bought it just three months ago. She called and wanted a second opinion on some issues that troubled her. She did get a pre purchase report before buying and the … Continue reading

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