Asbestos Imports - A Health Concern
If you follow the news, youāll be aware that Chinese companies have been exporting asbestos products to Australia. But did you know that theyāre not alone?
Thereās a long list of countries exporting products with asbestos to Australia. They ...
Read moreThe Pitfalls Of Property Investment
The pitfalls of property investment are many.
Andrew Heaton from Sourceable advances the argument that itās important to get a quality survey. While a retail store is often happy to return a $10 item of clothing, itās far more complex with rea...
Read moreNo Shortcuts For Property Inspections
There are no shortcuts for property inspections in the professional world. In fact, the backing of an experienced inspector from Jimās Building Inspections can save you much grief.
A professional is on top of his or her game and working for you....
Read moreWhy 'The Block' Is More Than Just A Pretty Living Space
Sure, itās pretty. No question. Her inner-city beachy location is also a big positive. But besides the prospect of rising property and house prices long-term thereās another reason why āThe Blockā is more than just a pretty face on a reality ...
Read moreHow is a House Inspection Organised?
Whilst itās up to you, the majority of our clients simply provide the Real Estate Agents details and then we will then contact them to organise the date and time of the house inspection.
Generally this saves you a few more phone calls and emails...
Read moreBuying Off-The-Plan Housing Needn't Be Scary
Buying an off-the-plan house neednāt be scary if you make smart choices.
One important choice: Seeking out experts in New Construction ā and Jimās Building Inspections is a good place to start.
Buying off-the-plan with professional guidan...
Read moreInadequate Site and subfloor drainage
A sub-floor is the structure and crawl space between the lowest floor and the ground. High moisture levels in these areas promote fungal decay and other timber pests such as termites.
All sub-floors and crawl spaces should be considered as having ...
Read moreGET YOUR HOME READY FOR WINTER!
With winter only around 7 weeks away it is time to think about doing those essential jobs around the home that is really easy to forget. Then one day you look out the window and you have water cascading down your fascia and into your eaves. This happ...
Read moreThe Block's Depreciation Schedules And You
So, āinvestors could claim an average of over $2.2 million in depreciation deductions for each apartment on Channel 9ās 2016 season of The Block,ā according to new analysis reported by The Urban Developer.
By far the biggest potential deprec...
Read moreHow do I go back to my home after Fire Damage?
A fire is a traumatic experience, and it can cause more damage than what you can see initially. Beyond the physical fire damage, you must also consider the smoke and soot contamination. Both can be dangerous and costly.
Fire damage can extend to t...
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