Dedant Building and Pest

 While it is uncommon, it is not unheard of that termites are found after a clear building and pest inspection.  This can happen for many reasons including natural occurrence, infested neighboring properties, negligent inspectors and buyers failing to do their due diligence. The most common way that people fail to do their due diligence is by not getting a pre-purchase building and pest inspection. However, there are rare times when buyers do everything right but still end up finding termites within the property. Worst-case scenario In 2020, one unfortunate couple on the Gold Coast found themselves in this exact scenario. They had done everything right prior to purchasing the property including getting a building and pest inspection completed. However, after only 3 months of living in the property, the occupants found live termites crawling out of their bathroom socket! Understandably, the couple was extremely shocked as the building and pest inspection they had completed prio...

GUEST BLOG BY MAP LAWYERS In Queensland it is standard for contracts of sale to include a pest and building condition. The condition allows a Buyer to engage a licensed inspector to carry out an inspection of the condition of the property. Under an REIQ contract, the Buyer has until 5.00pm on the Pest and Building Inspection Date to advise the Seller whether they are satisfied or not with the inspections. If no notice is provided by the deadline, the Seller has a right to terminate the contract. If you receive an inspection report and have concerns about the property, we recommend you discuss these with your building inspector in the first instance. You may then decide to try and negotiate with the Seller to arrange for the Seller to fix the items listed in the report or reduce the purchase price. Buyers should be aware that Sellers are not obliged to agree to fix all issues or reduce the purchase price. Equally, not every issue raised in a pest and building report will automatically g...

 Since their invention, drones have been utilised in many industries. In the building and pest industry, drones are employed to carry out roof inspections. Drone inspections provide a safe, accurate and cost-effective method of checking the condition of a rooftop. Without the use of drones, the only method for checking a rooftop is to physically climb up on the roof via a ladder or scaffolding. As you can imagine, these options are not always possible due to safety concerns and budgeting restraints. The purchase of a property is likely to be the biggest investment someone will ever make in their lifetime. As such, many buyers want to be assured that the property they are considering purchasing is in good condition, including the roof. Drone inspections can provide peace of mind by capturing 4k High-Definition footage of the current condition of a rooftop. The Drone Inspection Process If you’re considering getting a drone inspection for your roof, be assured that the process is stra...

 With the property market running hot, it’s no surprise that sellers are wanting to capitalise on the sale of their property. To speed up the buying process, some sellers are getting a pre-sale building and pest inspection report to show potential buyers. By the same token, many real estate agents are pushing buyers to put in an offer without it being subject to a building and pest inspection. Whilst other buyers are ignoring unfavourable building and pest reports to get into the market while they can. All of this results in a pressure cooker environment for buyers. Decisions need to be made quickly and they don’t want to miss out on a property by moving too slowly. Leading many buyers to ask if they can use someone else’s building and pest report thinking this will save them time and money. In the heat of the moment, it may seem convenient to rely on the seller’s report and put in an offer that isn’t subject to building and pest. Whilst this may seem like a good idea at the time,...

 For the past decade, meth consumption and production have been on the rise in Australia. For this reason, meth testing is a necessary service for many people. However, many companies promote their meth testing services by creating fear within their clients’ minds about the associated health risk of meth contamination. Likewise, others use incorrect testing methods that provide overly high readings. Understanding the facts about meth testing and when it’s needed will help you to determine whether your property genuinely requires meth testing. It will also help you to find a quality meth residue inspector to ensure you are getting accurate results and peace of mind. Reasons for meth testing There are many reasons why you may consider getting meth testing for your home, such as: You are looking at buying a property that you suspect meth has been smoked or manufactured in the property. You suspect that your home has previously been used for meth production or there is someone currentl...

 Living in Brisbane, you certainly have reasonable cause for concern regarding a possible termite infestation. Termites love our Brisbane climate and can crop up almost anywhere. As professional pest inspectors, we have seen many different termite solutions over the years. In this blog, we examine the best termite solutions to protect your home from termites. Using the right building materials One of the best ways to prevent termites from attacking your home is to build with the right materials. Termites love to eat wood, as they need the cellulose found in timber to survive. When building and renovating, consider using materials termites cannot eat such as concrete, metal and the like. However, if you must use wood, use a type of timber that is resistant to termites such as cedar or chemically treated wood. It is worth noting, however, that no wood is completely termite-proof. If any cracks develop in the timber, termites can climb in and eat away the inner parts of the wood. Pro...

 Did you know that 1 in 3 Queensland homes are either currently affected by termites or have previously experienced termite activity? The hot, humid conditions of Queensland make it an ideal location for termites to settle. Termites eat the cellulose in timber and don’t require sleep. Instead, they eat 24/7. Quietly eating away, termites can remain undetected within a home for some time. For this reason, it is vitally important to have your home or commercial property regularly checked for termites. Likewise, if any termite activity is found, the termites must be treated quickly and effectively. Many people often confuse a termite inspection with termite treatment, thinking they are one and the same. However, this is not the case. As the first implies, a termite inspection is a visual inspection of a property for evidence of current and/or past termite activity. Whereas termite treatment involves treating the property to either kill active termites or prevent a future infestation....