Buying a home in Sydney is both a personal milestone and a significant investment. But beneath the surface of even the most well-maintained property could lie structural problems capable of costing you thousands — or more. The only way to know for sure? A...
Gutters and Downpipes are more Important than most people realise, Faulty roof plumbing = Water related problems. Blocked gutters and/or downpipes can backflood into eaves and then into walls, causing moisture related problems such as wood decay or material damage and...
Why does that downstairs room always smell damp? – Site Drainage Problems can be the Cause of a Range of Moisture Issues such as Damp Penetration Drainage problems can be hard to spot for the untrained eye, especially if the prevailing weather conditions are...
Electrical Fire Hazards are Reported on During a Building Inspection Low voltage flush mount halogen downlights (12v) are common in modern and renovated homes built over the last 30 years. However halogen bulbs are no longer used (new) as these lights are considered...
Delignification is frighteningly common in Sydney’s inner city and coastal regions. This image was taken during a building and pest inspection in Sydney’s Inner West. The roof interior revealed chemical delignifiaction of roof tile battens to the whole roof frame....
There are basically two types of asbestos materials used in construction. Friable and bonded. Friable asbestos is the most dangerous and is usually found in thermal insulation and pipe lagging (type of insulation) and is not commonly found in domestic buildings....
