Building Inspection Defects Brisbane

Building and pest inspections that highlight defects are critical to protecting your interests as a buyer. Failure to organise a pest and building defects inspection in Brisbane could see you end up with a nightmare property that is riddled with issues.

Our technical expertise and unbiased reporting aim to empower buyers, enabling them to make the best decision based on their circumstances.

What If Problems Are Found?

During pest inspections and building inspections, your inspector is focused on reviewing key areas of the home for signs of damage or pests. Subfloor areas, roof voids, bathrooms, kitchens, cupboards, skirting and door frames will all be checked for signs of structural or pest related damage. This may include checking any fences shared with neighbouring and adjoining properties.

Our Building Inspectors will check:

• Foundations
• Retaining walls
• Whether all doors and windows can be opened
• That all built-in cabinets open and close properly
• If there are any active water leaks
• Safety hazards such as staircases, flooring (slip hazards) and balustrades
• For signs of rising damp and mould
• That floors, walls and ceilings are safe and level – any warps, bulges or sagging will be noted
• Exterior walls, marking any cracking or subsidence
• The safety and age of the circuitry and whether there is a safety switch installed
• The roof frame, roofing, guttering, and drainpipes for damage or signs of leaks
• Whether there are smoke alarms (visual inspection only)
• Beneath the property ensuring there is adequate ventilation and drainage

 

Building Inspections For Defects In Brisbane Do Not Include

• The hot water system age and whether there are signs of rust or leaks
• Air conditioning units or compressors for functionality
• Working smoke alarms
• Swimming pools (pool safety inspections can be carried out upon request)
• Gas fittings
• Plumbing
• The presence of drug residues
• Toilets to ensure they are operational
• The presence of asbestos
• Appliances
• Taps and under sink plumbing for leaks, rust, or damage
• Checking of

During home inspections, the age of the home is taken into account and its final scoring will be made in consideration of this

During home inspections for building defects in Brisbane, the age of the home is taken into account and its final scoring will be made in consideration of this No guarantees about the structural stability of a property can be made during a pest and building defects inspection in Brisbane. A building inspector will simply assess and report their findings.

Our Pest Inspections Brisbane Involve Checking For

• broken or damaged items and holes in timber
• droppings, track marks and pest-related odours
• rodent or possum activity
• live insect activity such as flying termites or discarded wings
• nests both inside and outside the property
• the presence of dead pests such as cockroaches inside cupboards

To facilitate the most detailed report possible, our pest inspectors may also employ the use of a moisture meter, and/or a thermal sensor/imaging device or a Boroscope camera. Through our reporting and pest inspection recommendations, you can determine whether your Brisbane property is considered safe to inhabit or needs remedial works carried out.

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While it’s not mandatory, getting a building inspection defect report can be an essential step before you buy or sell your property.

By doing so, you can identify any concealed building stage defects in Brisbane that could impact the property’s safety, functionality, and worth. Additionally, you can determine if the property adheres to the current Australian Building Codes and Standards. For instance, if any defects are discovered during building inspections in Brisbane North or where you’re located, the builder in Brisbane North can be required to rectify them in accordance with the engineer’s recommendations during the warranty period. Obtaining a detailed report while conducting building and pest inspections for your Brisbane Northside property will also help you avoid expensive repairs and legal disputes in the future and may allow you to negotiate a better price for your property based on the report’s findings.

The physical building inspections of a North Brisbane property will vary depending on the size of the area to be inspected, however, as a general rule, you can expect us to be on-site for between one to two hours. We request that the interior and exterior of the home be as tidy and free of clutter as possible to make it easy for us to access inspection points. This will also help to speed up the inspection process. Following our inspections, we aim to have your report available within 48 hours, or sooner if the report is urgent. We are available for appointments both by phone and in person at a minimum of 15 minutes to further discuss our findings. Call Us Today - 0401 018 030

In Brisbane, the expenses associated with building and pest inspection defects can fluctuate based on various factors, including the nature and extent of the defect, as well as the condition of the property being inspected. Additionally, the building and pest inspection Brisbane cost may differ depending on the service provider and the client’s preferences. It is recommended to compare quotes and services from different inspectors before making a decision. These costs are not fixed and may vary depending on the specific needs and circumstances of each inspection.