Borers are pests of wood and damage may sometimes be mistaken for termite damage.Growing trees are protected by the bark covering and have a defense system of:-KinoResinVarious Latex Substances.These defence systems may prevent insects entering and in many cases stop...
Timber Pests The timber pest covered by a building and pest inspectionTimber in service as structural components of a building can be damaged by timber pests (Timber pests are Fungal Decay and that group of insects that damage timber in services such as Wood Boreing...
Building and Pest Inspections - Common Misunderstandings When buying a home or unit it is prudent to have an inspection undertaken on the home you are planning to buy. This will identify significant issues with the home that you may not be aware of. Armed with...
Condensation, Termites and other Timber pests When air is cooled, its ability to retain water vapour is reduced and it condenses (merges into large drops of water) on colder surfaces. In most cases this condensed water evaporates again, but sometimes a wall,...
Floor Tile Problems Problems with floor tiling are identified during a Building Inspection by sounding the tiles with a tapper and by visual inspection.Drumminess and loose and broken tilesIf the tiles are loose or have an airspace beneath them, they sound drummy or...
Floor Tiling of Wet and Dry Rooms The floors of a dwellings are often finished with tiles of various materials to provide a more practical and aesthetically pleasing finish. Also, in wet areas, tiling often provides the first part of a water proofing system to...
When Should I Have My Building Inspection Done. Buying a house or unit? Given that banks have recently become more stringent in their lending criteria, it is very important to give yourself plenty of time to get your mortgage pre-approved, preferably before you sign a...
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Elimbah (4516) Located just north of Caboolture, Elimbah is a suburb of over 4000 residents. It sits surrounded by the Glass House Mountains and the Glass House Mountains National Parks, there is never shortage of weekend fun. Local markets showcase the area’s...
Sandstone Point(4511) Located across from Bribie Island, and an hour from Brisbane, Sandstone Point has a range of tourist attractions and services, including the Sandstone Point Hotel and Spinnaker Sound Marina. It is also one of the fastest growing residential...
