Posted: 19th June 2014
Posted in: Building Inspection, Poor Drainage, Water Damage
Poor site drainage can lead to many problems in and around your home. Inspect around your property, especially adjacent to the house. After rain, a walk over the entire area will help to identify any boggy or obviously wet areas. Read More
Posted: 19th December 2013
Posted in: Building Inspection, Pest Inspection, Termite Damage
I discovered Live Schedorhinotermes spp located concealed behind a cardboard box within a Subfloor storage area. The only sign of termite activity was a single mud lead located in the corner of the storage area. On further inspection, the cardboard box was removed and a termite gallery was located! Read More
Posted: 3rd December 2013
Posted in: Building Inspection, Water Damage
Damp soil / water ponding within the Subfloor area causes timber support stumps to develop wood decay. The can cause the bases of the timber support stumps to rot out and cause subsidence to the flooring of the house. Read More
Posted: 3rd December 2013
Posted in: Building Inspection, Pest Inspection, Termite Damage
DR Inspects Gold Coast Building and Pest Inspections finds live termites and ponding issues in subfloor. If you have any questions or concerns about this or any other building matter, you can call David at DR Inspects Building and Pest Inspections Read More
Posted: 3rd December 2013
Posted in: Building Inspection, Re-Roof
DR Inspects Building & Pest Inspections Gold Coast were out inspecting a property this week and came across the following Building Defects. Read More
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
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