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Property maintenance neglect could cost you plenty

The first rule of property ownership and maintenance is vigilance. The owner here forgot, and the leaking down pipe connection to drain caused foundation softness and subsidence. The repair bill here? About $12,000 Expensive mistake

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New home foundation failure

Few months ago I inspected a new home under builder’s warranty that is seriously cracked. My findings were that the builder was responsible for repairs under warranty obligations. The client did not get satisfaction and complained to A Current Affair … Continue reading

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Building Inspection- Why does this new home already have foundation damage?

  This two year old home I have recently inspected has not even been handed over. It was used on a leaseback for a display home. Now is the time for handover but guess what? Foundation damage has already started! … Continue reading

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