How to Read a Building Inspection Report
– KEY TAKEAWAYS Start with the summary, then go straight to the major defects and safety hazards. A major defect has to be fixed to avoid unsafe conditions, loss of use or further deterioration. Minor defects are a maintenance list. Every home has them,...
Building Inspection vs Pest Inspection: What’s the Difference?
– KEY TAKEAWAYS A building inspection checks the home’s condition: structure, roof, walls, floors, wet areas and drainage. A pest inspection checks for timber pests: termites, borers, wood decay and the conditions that attract them. Two separate Australian...
Is a Building Inspection Worth It in Perth?
– KEY TAKEAWAYS Yes, for almost every home purchase. It costs a tiny fraction of the purchase price. It finds what a home open can’t show you: structural movement, roof problems, leaking showers and termites. It gives you leverage. Use the report to...