Posted: 28th November 2013
Posted in: Building Inspection, Dodgy Decks
The term “Dodgy Decks” is often taken a bit flippantly, but make no mistake, a poorly constructed or badly weathered deck can have deadly consequences. You may recall recent news reports of serious injuries and fatalities in the Gold Coast area resulting from collapsing residential decks. Read More
Posted: 21st November 2013
Posted in: Building Inspection, Halogen Traps
Thousands of homes fitted with recessed halogen down lights are potential death traps. These lights generate high amounts of heat and have the potential to start a ceiling fire. Read More
Posted: 21st November 2013
Posted in: Building Inspection
DR Inspects Gold Coast finds signs of movement to rear verandah. Un-safe handrail – large gaps. Read More
Posted: 20th November 2013
Posted in: Building Inspection
The storm season is fast approaching! Many home owners are unaware of the condition of the roof exterior, framing timbers and holding down / bracing. Water penetrations & high winds can be very devastating and costly! Read More
Posted: 20th November 2013
Posted in: Building Inspection, Insulation
Insulation must be kept clear of the backs of recessed lights by at least 200mm or a cowl (available from all electrical supply stores) should be placed around such lights to prevent insulation from contacting lights. Read More
Posted: 20th November 2013
Posted in: Building Inspection, Pest Inspection
This week is the first time I recommended a house be demolished! It was found to be structurally unsound and unsafe. It was very old but the purchaser wanted to see if there was any way it could be saved. Read More
Posted: 14th November 2013
Posted in: Building Inspection, Pest Inspection, Termite Damage
The termite damage to this home was extensive: Damage to architraves, termite damage to cover strips, live termites to subfloor, there was no visible evidence of a previous treatment to this home. The recommendation for this home was the underfloor space be treated with termicide followed by yearly inspections. Read More
Posted: 14th November 2013
Posted in: Building Inspection
Concrete cancer on the Gold Coast is usually caused by placing the steel reinforcement too close to the external slab edges - usually less that 50mm. Water penetration causes the concrete reinforcement to rust and expand which in turn creates stresses on the surrounding concrete which can then spall (break away). Read More
Posted: 14th November 2013
Posted in: Building Inspection, Service Areas
David Ryan, the director and owner of DR Inspects Gold Coast, has been in the building and construction industry for over 15 years and is a fully licensed Builder, Carpenter, Pest Technician & Building Inspector. Read More
Posted: 17th October 2013
Posted in: Building Inspection, Pest Inspection, Pre-purchase Inspection
I was asked by property investor to undertake a thorough Building and Pest Inspection to a first floor unit in a block of six in Kirra. The unit complex was located close to the beach, and a number of defective issues were found during the inspection. Read More
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