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2.5.1 Roof structure

2.5.1.1 Roofframing and roofing

(a) Distortion/lifting/damage Movement of the roof is commonly caused by the roof not adequately resisting wind uplift forces. Often the roofing is not adequately secured to the roof framing or the roof structure to the wall structure.

(b) Cupping Distortion of flat roof decks is caused by condensation. The condensed water can wet ceiling joists in contact with the deck, increasing the risk of fungal decay. It can also drip, damaging the ceiling below or wetting electrical cables.

(c) Widespread sagging Sagging of a pitched roof will be visible where roof coverings have dished, and ridge lines are bowed over strutting poi.. Deformation will commonly result front initial poor design; increase in roof covering loading; corrosion of fixings; long-term loading, lack of support; or timber damage.

(d) Localised sagging Sagging of the roof at the eaves is often caused by excessive cutting (birdsmouth jointing) of rafters.

(e) Localised sagging Sagging of the roof in the vicinity of services is often caused by excessive cutting and removal of framing members for the installation of services, especially plumbing vents and flues.

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ABIS building and pest inspections are conducted to the highest standard by building inspectors with a minimum of 10 years experience together with the highest professional qualifications in their field. ABIS has been in business over 27 years conducting both building and timber pest inspections.

Our highly recommended home inspectors are all long term trusted employees not here today gone tomorrow sub-contractors. ABIS Inspectors are supported by a unique computer aided inspection system and the latest inspection equipment such as high sensitivity thermal cameras costing thousands of dollars that others don’t often have.

When you book a pre-purchase inspection with ABIS, our friendly local (they know the area and are not in a interstate or overseas call centre) staff will make the whole process easy for you. Our Office team make all the arrangements with you, your agent, the vendor, the tenant (if there is one) and you will be sent an email to confirm the inspection time along with a pre-engagement letter which covers the scope of the inspection. Good communication and local knowledge are key to you getting the most out of your building and pest inspection. We are always happy to answer all your questions and you are most welcome to be on site when we do the inspection. Our technology, systems and processes also mean you get your high quality report shortly after your inspection is completed.

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