Dedant Building and Pest

Pre-Purchase Building and Pest Inspection Getting a pre-purchase building and pest inspection is a vital step when purchasing an existing home.  A pre-purchase building and pest inspection is a visual inspection of the property, that reports on major issues, minor issues and termite/borer activity or evidence. It is recommended that your purchase contract is reliant on your satisfaction with the outcome of your building and pest inspection. What is a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection? When you have found the perfect home or investment property, you generally love the location, nearby amenities and the 'look' of the property. However, it takes an industry expert to see the full picture. Building inspectors are highly experienced professionals with extensive experience in the construction industry and have further training to become an inspector. There are two parts to the pre-purchase inspection: The building inspection looks at structural issues, hazards and maintenance concerns...

Getting advice on a building and pest inspection in Brisbane can be difficult. It is difficult to know what questions to ask. Consequently, we have created a list of 5 questions to ask a pest inspector over the phone to help you find a dedicated professional. 1) “What are your qualifications?” You never want a tradesperson who is not qualified. Dodgy tradies are a real problem and you should always be on the lookout. One of the easiest ways to determine a legitimate pest inspector from a fake is to ask for their qualifications. All building inspectors must have completed their Residential Building Inspectors Course. Prior to completing this, they will have already had 5+ years of experience. Furthermore, only a licensed Pest Controller can conduct an inspection. These licenses come from the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC). Only once you’ve verified an inspector has all these things should you continue. 2) “What is involved in the inspection process?” The...

Your pre-purchase building inspection is so important to get right, as it allows you to make note of faults you might not have otherwise seen. At Dedant, we have 3 pre-purchase building inspection steps that we follow to ensure we do the job right. By knowing these faults, you can make an informed decision about purchasing a new house. Because buying a home is so expensive, you'll want to make a careful decision about the final purchase. With this knowledge, you may wish to negotiate down the price or compel the seller to fix it. Alternately, you may choose not to buy the house at all. At Dedant Building and Pest Inspection, we conduct a comprehensive inspection that looks at structural issues, moisture issues and pests. These three things can all have a major impact on a house you’re looking to buy. Looks like a perfect home, right? Well maybe not. A pre-purchase inspection can reveal hidden flaws. 1)     Structural issues The first of our building inspection steps ...

A building and pest inspection is a very important procedure for anyone buying, selling or renovating a home. As such, you should know how to prepare for a building and pest inspection. In our blog, we will go through the most important steps you can take to make the most out of your inspection. 1)     Research different companies and services One of the first things to do as you prepare for a building and pest inspection is research. You should investigate the different building and pest inspection companies, read the reviews and services they offer, along with the price. That way, you can be sure to get the best value for money. 2)     Ask questions to prospective inspectors Once you have settled on an inspector, you should call and speak to the staff. Read our previous blog for the 5 most important questions to ask your building and pest inspector . By getting in early and asking these questions before booking, you will be better informed abou...

 Buying a home is the biggest investment that most people will make in their lives. As such, you should protect yourself with a pre-purchase building and pest inspection. If you are the buyer it is always preferable to get a professional in to conduct a building inspection, combined with a pest inspection. The risks involved The average home in Queensland costs hundreds of thousands of dollars, at a minimum. Australian Consumer Law says that you have the right to ask for a refund, replacement or repair for any good or service that is less than $40,000 and bought for personal use. However, most properties in Australia cost much more than $40,000. As such, if you buy a home that is defective, you are unfortunately stuck with it. This can cost thousands of dollars in repair, put your health and safety at risk and ruin your dream home. This is the idea of “buyer beware”. Do not rely on vendors or real estate agents Vendors and real estate agents both want to sell you a home for the be...

 Older homes offer buyers a chance to own a piece of history. However, you should be aware that these homes often come with risks. Thankfully, these risks can be found in a pre-purchase building inspection. While you should always get a pre-purchase inspection, you should have some knowledge of the inherent problems that can exist in older homes. Weather worn appearance One of the most obvious issues with older homes can be in their weather worn appearance. Over time, various elements of a home can become damaged or fall into disrepair. This is commonly reflected in aesthetic damage. Issues like peeling paint, rusted door handles and metal fixtures, cracked walls and windows, as well as decaying wood are all common in older houses. This is particularly true if more recent owners have not been vigilant in caring for the home. Beyond just being unpleasant to look at, this dilapidated appearance can signify an unsafe structure. For example, a wooden staircase that is decaying poses a ...