Building Inspection

When you've got so much at stake it's essential that your Building Inspection is conducted to a recognised standard in a thorough and professional manner.

ABIS are well known for their attention to detail. You can rest assured that your Pre-Purchase Inspection will be rigorous in identifying and reporting significant defects in the home you're planning to purchase.

The Building Inspection

Thu, 16/04/2009 - 09:14
The ABIS Pre-Purchase Inspection is conducted to AS 4349.1  including identification and reporting on the following defects:

Structural Problems

Structural problems are detailed including Structural Cracking and Movement, Structural Deformation, Structural Dampness and Structural Timber Pest Damage

Conditions Conducive To Structural Damage

Conditions that if not removed may lead to structural damage are detailed including Defective Plumbing & Defective Roof Plumbing & Flashings, Defective/Bridged Damp Proof Course, Untradesmanlike Work, Trees and Shrubs, Corrosion and Inadequate Sub-floor Ventilation

Defects in Secondary and Finishing Elements

Major defects in Secondary & Finishing Elements are detailed and Minor Defects are mentioned generally.

Internal Secondary & Finishing Element Defects

External Secondary & Finishing Element Defects

Incomplete Construction

Items that normally form part of a completed dwelling that have been removed or never installed are noted.

Safety Issues

Any items that the Inspector observes during the inspection that he thinks may be a hazard to safety are noted.


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