Buying a home is a big decision. Saving a deposit to buy in one of our capital cities is a lengthy process, and requires discipline and patience. Arranging finance, researching an area, attending inspections and working with a real estate agent to find a suitable property are time-consuming activities. If you have found a home …
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Should I Worry About Slab Heave?
What is Slab Heave? Slab heave is a result of uneven movement of a house footing and slab. Uneven changes in ground moisture can also lead to slab heave, where clay soils swell (and expand) when they become wet and shrink when they dry out. Slab heave can resemble a dome – when the slab …
Make a Lockdown List
Melbourne is experiencing its fourth lockdown and once again, normal life has been interrupted. Feel like your property goals have been put on hold? It’s frustrating when it feels like nothing is happening. Never fear. There are plenty of things you can do to keep your motivation moving and your plans in motion while lockdowns …
A Pre-Sale Building and Pest Inspection Can Help You Sell Your Home
Arranging a building and pest inspection is an essential part of the process when buying a home. While the cost of this inspection is usually borne by a potential purchaser, many vendors see the wisdom in arranging this type of inspection themselves. If you are selling your home, arranging a pre-sale building and pest inspection …
Keep Your Home Warm in Winter
Keep Your Home Warm in Winter Do you dread receiving your energy bills in winter? The cost of keeping your home warm can literally make your blood run cold in the cooler months! With winter approaching, now is the time to put some heat-preserving measures in place to insulate your home and avoid ‘bill shock’. …
Employment Opportunity: Building Inspector for Dilapidation Reports
Our sister company SPI Property Inspections is urgently seeking experienced individuals to carry out dilapidation reports throughout Melbourne (particularly in the South-East suburbs), Geelong and Regional Victoria. SPI Property Inspections is a well-established brand in both the residential and commercial sectors. We are proud of our reputation for technical excellence and great customer service. For …