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One of the main challenges of preparing building defect reports, is avoiding ‘industry jargon’ whilst still being able to explain complex building ideas. Our Blog Posts and Resource Articles are a wealth of information about; Building & Pest inspections, Building and construction notes, articles about defects and housing more generally.
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With a broad range of categories, our blog posts and resource articles are sure to be of interest to anyone dealing with buildings directly or in the process of buying or selling property in Sydney.
Articles include topics such as: Australian Standards, the Sydney property market, Government housing policy, Waterproofing Details, Timber Pests such as Wood Decay, Borers and Termites, as well as resources about Building and Timber Pest inspections, inspection process, building defects found and the technology used by our inspectors.
Please check back to our blog pages regularly to find the latest updates.
The Federal Budget 2026 includes Tax Changes for Property Investors
Most people in Australia were expecting changes to property taxes in this budget, due to widespread pre-budget media coverage. The 2026–27...
Building Inspection Major Defects, Commonly Found in Sydney Properties
AS4349.1 'Inspection of Buildings - prepurchase inspections - residential buildings' defines a 'Major Defect' as "A defect of sufficient magnatude...
House Construction Feature – Brick veneer construction with strip footings, brick piers and a suspended floor
Standard House Construction Methods with 'Suspended Floor System' and Strip Footings with Pads and Piers We feel the need to 'honor' the house...
3 Most Common Termite Protection Systems found in Modern Domestic Buildings
Termite Protection Systems are a Critical Part of Sydney buildings. We take a look at the various termite management systems and how they work.
Our Building Inspectors Look at Site Drainage Concerns as Part of a Sydney Building & Pest Inspection
Based on experience, Our Building Inspectors Know How to Identify Major Site Drainage issues, So you don't need to worry. Site drainage...
Damp Proof Course – Sydney Building Inspectors Know How to Check
Our Building & Pest Inspectors understand the importance of the Damp Proof Course material / DPC and how to check it for problems. The 'damp...
Waterproof Membrane Defects, Details for Wet Area Construction like Bathrooms
Waterproof Membrane Defects and Leaking Showers are so Commmon, It Begs The Question, Why Do Membranes Fail so Often? A new Australian Standard,...
AS 3740: 2021 – Australian Standard for Wet Area Waterproofing was Updated in 2021 by the ABCB
Building Codes like the "National Construction Code" (NCC) and "Australian Standards" like 'Wet area waterproofing' are written by the the...
Leaking Showers and Waterproof Membrane Defects are the Most Common
Leaking showers and Waterproofing Defects are the most common Defects we find in Sydney Homes. It may surprise people to learn, that the most common...
Termite Damage Commonly Found
Termites Are Something Sydney Building Owners Actually Need to Worry About... Subterrabean Termites are surprisingly common in the Sydney region. In...
Fretting Processes in Building Materials
A Sydney Building Defect Report might comment on a common building defect refered to as 'Fretting'. Fretting is a form of deterioration commonly...
The Australian Government 5% Deposit Scheme
What is the Government’s 5% Deposit Scheme for First Home Buyers? The current Australian Labor government has offered a 5% deposit schemes as part...
Housing Help – Before the ‘First Home Buyer Scheme’ (July 2000)
The “First Home Buyers Grant" was introduced in July 2000 by the Howard government of the time. The housing grants were revolutionary at the time...
The Importance of Regular Timber Pest Inspection for Property Maintenance
In Australia’s warm, often humid climate, timber pest threats are more than a nuisance, they are a constant risk to the health and longevity of...
Why Pre-Purchase Building Inspection Should Be Done Before You Make an Offer
A Pre-Purchase Building Inspection provides a comprehensive evaluation of a property’s condition before you commit to buying it.
Common Building Inspection Myths Every Homeowner Should Know
Many people booking a building inspection Sydney are influenced by misinformation, outdated assumptions, and myths that often create confusion about what a building inspection actually entails.
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These days in Sydney, there is an expectation that Building and Pest Reports be provided with the contract of sale or supplied by the vendor and selling agent. Whilst this pre-emptive approach is beneficial to buyers and has other benefits for vendors and agents, all parties need to be mindful of the inherent nature of ‘human bias’. Because we are independant of the ‘process’, we can provide an impartial and unbiased building defect report or timber pest inspection. It can pay dividends to get a second opinion.
Its a standard Level of Due Diligence when buying or selling property in NSW
A combined building and pest inspection is the standard level of due diligence when buying or selling a property in NSW. For a relatively small fee, you can make a much more informed decision rather than ‘hoping for the best’ when it comes to the condition of your buildings.
Repairs and Upgrades are Expensive
The cost of fixing or repairing major building defects is usually in the tens of thousands of dollars – $10,000-$15,000 for drainage upgrades, $25,000 for a new bathroom, $35,000 plus for a new kitchen, $5,000-$7,000 for a Termite treatment. Upgrades don’t come cheap. Not all buildings are equal. Knowledge is power.
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The Federal Budget 2026 includes Tax Changes for Property Investors
Most people in Australia were expecting changes to property taxes in this budget, due to widespread pre-budget media coverage. The 2026–27 Australian Federal Budget introduced major changes to property investment taxes.Primarily focusing on restricting negative...
Building Inspection Major Defects, Commonly Found in Sydney Properties
AS4349.1 'Inspection of Buildings - prepurchase inspections - residential buildings' defines a 'Major Defect' as "A defect of sufficient magnatude where rectificatyion has to be carried out in order to avoid further deterioration, loss of utility or amenity or unsafe...
House Construction Feature – Brick veneer construction with strip footings, brick piers and a suspended floor
Standard House Construction Methods with 'Suspended Floor System' and Strip Footings with Pads and Piers We feel the need to 'honor' the house construction type that is most common out there in the suburbs of Sydney. House construction methods are something that have...
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