Is Your New Property In A Flood Zone?

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How to know if you’re buying in a flood zone When buying a new property, location is everything. However, you should avoid buying in a flood zone. This is due to several inherent risks that come with living in a flood prone area. In this blog, we’ll take you through how to avoid buying in…

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What Is Concrete Cancer?

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How to prevent concrete cancer Concrete cancer, also called alkali-silica reaction (ASR), is a serious problem that can damage or destory structures made of concrete. This blog explains what concrete cancer is, its causes and signs of concrete cancer with examples of when it has caused damage and how to prevent it. What is concrete…

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How To Reduce Ants Around Your Home

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Say goodbye to ants in your home Ants are a common sight around many Australian homes. Constantly on the hunt for food, ants can quickly become a problem. Learn how to reduce ants around your home. Types of ants Some ants are venomous, some destructive and others can carry disease. Bull ants, fire ants and…

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What Do Termites Sound Like?

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Find termites sooner by learning how they sound Knowing what termites sound like can be the difference between detecting an infestation early and letting it go unabated for years. This is because termites are often hard to spot visually. Rustling Termites destroy wood by eating away at it using a powerful set of mandibles. As…

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Building and Pest Inspection Gold Coast

Building and pest inspection Gold Coast

Buying a property on the Gold Coast? From mega mansions to studio apartments, we do it all. Dedant Building and Pest Inspections is a local company that can provide you with the information that you need to make an informed purchase decision. The Gold Coast With expansive beaches that stretch forever, great restaurants, impressive skyline,…

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How To Spot Common Building Defects

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Don’t get caught out. Learn how to spot common building defects. Before buying a home, you should always consult experts to conduct a pre-purchase building inspection. However, there’s some common defects that you should keep an eye out for while inspecting the home. 1. Mould Mould, also called mildew, is a fungal growth that grows…

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Are DIY Termite Inspections And Treatment A Good Idea?

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Decide whether DIY termite inspections and treatment are right for you A termite inspection and treatment can cost hundreds of dollars which might tempt you to do it yourself. But it’s worth asking – are DIY termite inspections and treatment a good idea? A DIY inspection is harder than it looks Termites are surprisingly very…

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How To Find And Fix Roof Leaks

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A leaky roof is both annoying and damaging to your home If left unaddressed, roof leaks can cause excessive damage to your home. Know the signs and causes of a leaking roof and learn how to fix them. How to find roof leaks 1. Know the causes of roof leaks and how to find them…

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Is Now A Good Time to Buy in Brisbane?

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COVID-19 has changed many things including the property market Are you looking at buying in Brisbane? COVID-19 has brought a lot of uncertainty and many people are wondering whether now is a good time to buy or whether they should wait. To answer this question, we’ll examine past action in the market, current trends and…

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