Building Inspections
Thinking of purchasing an Adelaide investment property?
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We can conduct Building Inspections for our customers.
Our building inspector can conduct;
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Pre purchase reports
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Pre auction reports
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Building handover reports
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Pre Sale reports
Pre purchase reports are conducted when a potential property is being considered for purchase. A report is completed and returned to the customer within 24 hours of the inspection being completed. Reports are comprehensive and offer unbiased information in an easy to read, jargon free format. All reports include visual pictures of the property and all areas being reported.
Reports cover the following areas;
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Roof – covering, sagging, drainage, flashings, gutters, skylight, chimney (visual only), fascia, barges, downpipes
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Exterior – drainage, wall cladding, trim, doors, decks, stairs, timber, windows
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Masonry – salt damp, rising damp, cracking, fretting, subsidence, mortar, damp proof course
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Attic – roof structure, signs of water leakage, access, party walls, fire walls, Insulation
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Interior – walls, ceiling, floors, doors, windows, cupboards
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Kitchen – cupboards, drawers, bench tops, sink, tap operation, visible plumbing
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Bathroom – tiles, caulking, grout, shower/screens, bath, vanity, toilet, taps operation, visible plumbing
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Fireplaces – hearth, mantle, vents, chimney (visual only)
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Structural (visible) – foundations and footings, framing (walls, floors, roof), lintels
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Subfloor- where access is available, cellars
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Insulation – batts, vapour barrier, fire hazards
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Ventilation – roof, soffits, bathroom, laundry
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Plumbing – (visible plumbing only), water source , leaking pipes, drainage, related piping, water hammer, water pressure, tap operation and leaks
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Electrical – (visible electrical items only) switches, power points, lights
If access is possible we will check sub floor in timber floorboard constructions. We also check fencing, retaining walls (under 700mm high), driveways, paving, pergolas, verandas, garages, carports, sheds, clothes line, painting and much more. We have experience with state-of-the-art moisture meter technology, which can detect rising damp and leaking pipes even behind tiles! All our highly detailed systemised report includes digital photos of defects found giving you the complete picture.
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We are fully qualified and insured.
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Have peace of mind prior to making one of your biggest purchases in life.