Have you noticed something that looks like this on the brick or concrete areas of your home? Perhaps the report you have received after a building inspection mentions the term ‘efflorescence’ and you’re not sure what it is. We will look at what causes efflorescence, how it can be treated and prevented. Efflorescence is a …
Category: New Home Construction
Do I Need a New Home Construction Inspection at each Stage of my Build?
Building a new home is a big commitment time, money and energy. Organising a new home construction inspection at each stage of your build will ensure your home is being built to the relevant Australian standards, and in line with the contract you have signed. A new home is built in stages – an inspection …
Why Should I Get a Maintenance Inspection?
Building your own home? If so, you already know how important it is to engage an independent inspector at each stage of your new home construction: Base Stage Frame Stage Lock-up-Pre-Plaster Stage Fixing Stage PCI/Handover Stage Significant defects and issues can be identified at each critical juncture of the building process. We also recommend a …
What Kind of Building Inspection do I Need?
Heard about building inspections but not sure which one suits your needs? Depending on what kind of property project you are involved in, the type of building inspection you need will differ. We will look at the different types of residential building inspections available and when each one should be selected as the best option. …
Is A Swimming Pool A Good Investment?
When the first blast of hot weather hits, you may find yourself listening to the sounds of splashing over your neighbour’s fence, and think about putting in a pool to keep cool over the summer months. Is a swimming pool a good investment? Start by thinking about the area you live in and how your …
New Home Inspections - From Base to Handover
Is your home being built to the Australian standard and to the specifications set out in your new home contract? Keep reading to see examples of the kind of issues and defects our inspectors regularly identify in the course of staged new home construction inspections. BASE STAGE This stage is inspected before the concrete is …