In Australia, the desire to live in a desirable school zone is growing. Competition is strong for schools with reputations for academic excellence and prominent public profiles. Examples of these are well-regarded public secondary schools McKinnon Secondary School, Balwyn High School and Glen Waverley Secondary School. School catchment areas are divided sharply into boundaries which …
Category: New Home Construction
A Home Inspection Hub Report Explained
So, your inspection has been completed, and you have just received an electronic copy of your report. If you have never engaged an inspection company before, you may be wondering what to expect in the report format, and what information should be included. There is certain information a quality report should contain, and a good …
New Year - New Home?
New and existing government measures are helping Victorians looking to enter the property market, particularly whose want to buy or build a new home. The Federal Government’s HomeBuilder grant, The First Home Loan Deposit Scheme, stamp duty concessions and record low interest rates have created an abundance of opportunity. The Federal Government is hoping to …
Ask These Questions Before You Book an Inspection
Need a building and pest inspection? There are many companies advertising this service in Victoria, however a professional-looking website or business card is no guarantee of a quality service. Doing some research and asking the right questions before you book can save you time and money, and will bring peace of mind knowing you’re booking …
What should I expect in an Inspection Report?
After many hours searching on Google, you discover investing in a building inspection is a smart move. But now you’re wondering what exactly is included in a report and how useful it really is. In this blog, we take you through a standard sample of what you would find in The Hub’s report and what …
Residential Building Defects Reports
Property defects are common in all types of residential houses. If neglected or not maintained, the outcome can become quite costly. As the name suggests, the main purpose of a Building Defects report is for the Inspector to highlight and pass on to the property’s owner of all defect/maintenance items that have been recorded in …