A sub-floor is the foundation, the rest of the property is built on. There’s a wealth of information down there. For Building and or Pest Inspectors, the subfloor is often where we discover the true state of a home. A well-maintained sub-floor space will generally have less defects and their nature will most likely be minor. Finding these minor problems before they escalate will minimise headaches and expense. Performing routine inspections is one thing you can do help in maintaining your property and deal with any issues proactively.

A Building and Pest inspection will provide investors with peace of mind, knowing that the property they are buying is structurally sound, doesn’t have any pest problems and has generally been maintained. The Building Inspection will ensure that the building conforms to the Australian Building code, identifying any structural defects or other issues, for example rising damp, that may be missed by the untrained eye. Similarly, a Pest Inspection will investigate the property to check for the presence of any wood-destroying insects, such as termites or borers. The inspection will also identify any existing damage caused by those pests already, plus any potential damage they could cause in the future.

It is important to ensure that all downlights are installed and maintained correctly to avoid potential fire hazards. If not correctly installed or maintained they can set fire to insulation, wiring, leaf litter or timber which can burn undetected in the roof space above smoke alarms.

Blocked gutters can backflood into eaves and then into wall frames. It’s important to protect your home from the possibility of flooded ceilings, damaged roof timbers, saturation of the internal walls and damage to the building foundations which can result in some serious structural damage.

When you sleep, your sense of smell also sleeps. If a fire starts, toxic fumes can overcome you. Photoelectric smoke alarms see smoke and will alert you early, so you can escape. With interconnected alarms, you will be alerted no matter where you are, or where the fire starts. New legislation specifies the type, positioning, and interconnectedness of alarms, which are critical factors for an early warning and quick escape. To give your family the best chance of surviving a house fire, make sure all your alarms are working and properly maintained.