If you have a house that has been on the market for longer than you would like, let us help you. Houspect suggests we conduct a structural inspection of your home and if there are no issues with the property we can supply you or your agent with our “Structurally Sound Certificate” backed up by…
Did you know Houspect has a range of construction reports that lets you rest assured that your home is being built to the proper standards? Inspections are usually timed in accordance with the various building stages such as slab down, bri ckwork complete, roof on and practical completion. Houspect checks that all the work completed…
Home Security Tip – As Xmas approaches its important to be vigilant and safety conscious,so try to never leave extra keys or garage door openers under doormats, in mailboxes, or on top of the door frame. Instead, leave an extra key with a close friend, neighbor, or family member who you trust.
Home maintenance job for the weekend! Gutter cleaning will be essential after all the wind and leaf debris flying around this week. Blocked and overflowing gutters can lead to leaks in your roof, causing rot and mould. The gutters may even pull away from the house, requiring replacement.
All property owners should be encouraged to recognise the necessity for having regular Timber Pest Inspections. The Australian Standards recommend having the above at least on an annual basis. The majority of people today have a desire to lessen the chemical impact especially on the home environment and people who once had annual treatments for…
Most Perth outdoor home areas are the centre of activity during spring and summer, but there are many potential hazards that could be avoided by doing some simple maintenance now. Houspect’s building inspectors frequently see outdoor entertainment areas that represent a risk due to issues associated with electrical cabling, swimming pools and spas, and chemicals.…
Old or poorly installed ceiling downlights are thought to cause at least one house fire every week in Western Australia. They can set fire to roof insulation or timbers which burn in the roof space above smoke alarms. These fires can go undetected until it is too late. Often, people only know their house is…
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…
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 like REIWA continue to manage consumer expectations and provide reassurance that the housing market will steadily improve, it’s tough if you’re preparing for yet…
Build confidence with your landlords – HOUSPECT PROPERTY MAINTENANCE REPORTS 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.…