Without proper guttering, your home may be vulnerable to a host of potentially serious issues related to water damage. Rising damp, foundation and even interior damage can be avoided through the proper installation and maintenance of guttering, but the multiple options in terms of material can make it difficult for the average homeowner to make…
Comparing Brick Veneers And Double Brick Solutions The aesthetic appeal of brick makes it a popular choice for homeowners, but many don’t realize there are two separate options that can create a similar look: double brick and brick veneer. Understanding the difference between the two, as well as the pros and cons associated with each…
The Importance of Timber Pest Inspections Whether you’ve lived in your current home for years or are considering the purchase of a new property, there’s one type of inspection you simply can’t afford to miss. Regular timber pest inspections help you to avoid the headache of structural damage, and the potential for expensive repairs, by…
You’ve found the home of your dreams, and you’re ready to submit an Offer. Or, you’re considering the benefits of home extensions or renovations to make your current space better suited to your needs. Either way, illegal building can eventually come back to haunt you. What is Illegal Building? Renovation and construction projects which alter…
Winter weather conditions can have a substantial negative effect on the way a property presents and can make it difficult to sell. Houspect Building inspectors frequently come across properties, (especially older ones) where, with the onset of winter, curtains have been drawn and heaters cranked up. Unfortunately this results in stale, stagnant, moist air that…
Houspect is pleased to announce that we are now supporting the McGrath foundation. Today, the McGrath Foundation is considered to be one of Australia’s leading breast cancer support organizations, with over 19,300 Australian families supported by our 81 McGrath Breast Care Nurses nationally in the last four years. As from the first of April 2013…
There has been an explosion of Home Renovation programmes on television of recent times showing ordinary people undertaking glamorous, dramatic and quite often substantial improvements to their homes. Making these programmes entertaining means they focus on the creative experience of creating a dream home, and tend to ignore the “boring” stuff like building to Australian…
DIY Checklist for House Sellers In a tough property market many homes have a ‘For Sale’ sign planted in the lawn for much longer than vendors would like. Whilst industry groups continue to manage consumer expectations and provide reassurance that the housing market will steadily improve, it’s tough if you’re preparing for yet another month…
New Trend For Vendor Inspections Vendor Inspections, often referred to as Pre-Listing inspections, are becoming more popular because they eliminate many of the pitfalls and hassles associated doing an inspection when you have a buyer. The Pre-Listing inspection often identifies minor defects that if left unattended may have had a negative affect on the buyer’s…
Keeping landlords well informed about the condition of their properties is a great way to build their confidence in you and your business. Houspect offer a wide range of services for property managers such as annual maintenance programmes, pest and termite inspections and structural reports. Established for almost thirty years, Houspect is a leader in…