Embarking on the journey of property ownership in Perth demands careful consideration, particularly when it comes to safeguarding your investment against potential pitfalls. A pivotal step in this process is undergoing a meticulous building and pest inspection. Far from a mere formality, these inspections serve...
In Perth, understanding the signs that suggest your property may need a building structural inspection is crucial for ensuring the safety and durability of your home. The harsh Australian climate, seasonal changes, and natural wear and tear can all take their toll on your home....
IntroductionWhen it comes to purchasing or maintaining a home in Perth, understanding the significance of building inspections is crucial. These inspections not only assure you of your investment's safety and integrity but also safeguard against unforeseen expenses and complications. This guide delves into the nuances...
The other day I spoke to a gentleman who asked me, to confirm to him that he needs to replace his concrete tiles on his house with clay tiles, I questioned his rationale and a mountain of misleading statements flowed from his mouth, perhaps the...
Ok lets continue where we left of in the last article, on the fact and fiction about roof tiles.If you are worried about the usage of concrete tiles when collecting rain water, well there is nothing to worry about as we are assured that the...
If you have ever been rummaging inside your roof space and have noticed red dust on your ceiling space or on top of the insulation, then more than likely you will find deterioration of the clay.The general perception that roof tiles are considered almost indestructible...
It goes like this, before you buy something, and a friend had described it to you in detail ”warts and all”, it would have helped in shaping your ideas in the purchase of that something.Well the same goes for when buying a car or a...
What is probably as important as consistent compaction is the design of the footings and the actual digging and pouring is equally as important. Firstly footings should be designed according to the nature of the soil. For example you would not design the same size...
“Water Hammer” & its causes & remedies – Home inspection procedure before buying a houseWe had someone write in to us regarding a problem that some of us have experienced in the past and that is “Water Hammer”. What is it, why does it occur...
The erection of a new building brings with it indirect changes in moisture content caused by the installation of gardens and lawns which have to be watered. Excessive watering or even leaking pipes, taps, gutters, downpipes etc could have quite a dramatic and dangerous effect...
