Building a new home is an exciting but sometimes stressful process. No matter the reputation of your builder, problems can still arise after completion.
You must engage a licensed professional DBI building inspection Adelaide on your prospective purchase. They can advise you on what must be urgently attended to.
Pre-Purchase Inspection
It is highly recommended that a building inspection is conducted before the purchase of any home, unit or commercial property. This will prevent costly repairs from structural issues, termite infestations and asbestos contamination. Additionally, the property’s resale value will be higher, and it can improve health by eliminating mould and damp environments, which cause depression, asthma and other respiratory problems.
A pre-purchase inspection is a comprehensive assessment of the exterior and interior of a property, including the roof, walls, ceilings, plumbing, windows, and doors. The building inspector will use ladders and torches to reach all areas of the property and can identify any concerns that may be a risk or problem. A detailed report is prepared and will be available within 24 hours of the inspection.
The inspection will be tailored to the specific requirements of each client. The cost of the review depends on several factors, including the size and condition of the property, the structural complexity, whether it needs pest and termite inspections and the property’s location.
The DBI building inspection Adelaide company you choose must be licensed and insured. A quality company will comply with Australian inspection standards and have a team of experienced building inspectors. They should also offer a guarantee on their work. It is possible to place an offer on a property and complete the building inspection during the cooling-off period. However, the request should always be carefully worded to be conditional upon receiving a satisfactory building and pest report.
Staged Inspection
Whether you’re building your dream home or investing in an existing property, getting the facts about its condition is essential. The best way to know what’s going on behind the scenes is by hiring a qualified building inspector in Adelaide. With rapid, same-day reports, the professionals at Your Building Inspector can help you make an informed decision about your next move.
When constructing a new build, it’s essential to have stage inspections throughout the construction process to ensure your home or investment property is built accurately and compliantly with the plans, engineering, specifications, standards, and council requirements. Even reputable builders make mistakes that can cause expensive problems later on. With building inspections in Adelaide conducted by an independent inspector, you can rest assured that the quality of your project is up to standard.
A full-stage inspection includes a slab, brickwork, and lock-up inspection. During a slab inspection, the building inspector will check the concrete for structural integrity and any issues that could impact the stability of the building in the future. The brickwork and mortar will also be checked for quality, colour, finish and adequacy. During a lock-up inspection, the building inspector will inspect the external wall claddings (brickwork/rendered polystyrene/weatherboards), fenings, fascia boards, gutters, bargeboards, and articulation joints. They will also look for damage to specially coated surfaces, weep holes, and a damp-proof course membrane.
Commercial Inspection
Commercial property is a substantial investment that must be carefully examined to identify existing and potential problems. These issues, if left unchecked, can lead to costly repairs that will significantly devalue the investment. To avoid these problems, arranging for a building inspection in Adelaide before purchasing a commercial property is essential.
Our commercial building inspectors can conduct thorough, detailed and accurate assessments of commercial properties. We can also offer advice and guidance on the work that might need to be done to bring the property up to industry standards. In addition, we can provide you with a dilapidation report that will accurately detail the current condition of adjacent infrastructure like roads, footpaths and driveways. This will protect you from future claims by neighbours and builders, who may allege that your construction works damaged their property.
The team at DBI building inspection Adelaide are fully qualified and insured, offering various property inspection services, including pre-purchase, staged, and commercial inspections. We can also conduct termite and pest inspections asbestos and water testing. Our reports are comprehensive, easy to understand and available within 24 hours.
All our inspectors have a builder licence and are trained to identify potential safety risks in buildings’ structural and non-structural components. They can also assess electrical, plumbing, air conditioning and heating systems. They can recommend the best way to resolve any issues identified in the inspection and provide a list of recommended contractors.
Dilapidation Report
A dilapidation report can be valuable for residential and commercial property owners. These reports help document the exact condition of a property before any construction or excavation work takes place nearby. This helps protect the property owner from any unforeseen damage that could occur during the construction process. These reports also serve as a helpful document that can be used to settle any disputes between the property owner, contractor, and council.
Our experienced inspectors will look for various issues when conducting a dilapidation inspection. This includes checking for structural problems that may be a sign of impending collapse and looking at the roof, gutters, and drainage points to ensure they are in good condition. The inspection will also cover outdoor areas such as fences, carports, sheds, water tanks, driveways and verandahs.
Dilapidation surveys are beneficial for companies who are undertaking demolition or construction works near a neighbouring property. These reports help prevent any unforeseen damage to the property caused by vibrations from demolition machinery or by the movement of the earth during excavation. This can save thousands of dollars in repair costs later on and may even help avoid costly legal action incurred by a claimant who feels they have been unfairly damaged.