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How to remove rats Rats are carriers of disease, can eat your food and damage your home. Here’s how to remove rats as quickly as possible. 1. Get a cat One way to help get rid of rats and mice is to get a housecat. Cats are carnivores and love to hunt wild prey, such…
Read MoreHow is COVID-19 effecting the property market in Brisbane? If you’re looking to buy or sell, you likely want to know more about the property market and coronavirus. The short term negatives In the immediate future, times will be tough for anyone involved in the property market. Because of the economic recession, a massive spike…
Read MoreHow much does a termite inspection cost? Annual termite inspections are a necessary part of protecting your home but some people delay gettting an inspection due to the cost. However, the cost of undetected termite damage far outweights the cost of an inspection. Termite inspection information Australian Standards recommends every Australian home should get a…
Read MoreGet rid of cockroaches for good. Cockroaches are among the most common and bothersome pests that you will ever find around your home. You’ll want to remove cockroaches as soon as possible as not only are they disgusting but they can also contaminate food and spread bacteria. 1. Make sure your home is clean The…
Read MoreKeep pests away with a clean home. Learn how to keep your home consistently clean with our top tips. 1. Purge the cutter The first thing you should do if you have a messy or cluttered house is get rid of unused items. These take up vital space. It has been said that we only…
Read MoreWhat to do if you have termite damage. Have you got termite damage in your home? Learn what to do next here. Can my home recover from termite damage? In short, yes. It is rare that termites will cause enough damage that the house is completely beyond repair. It would take years for an infestation…
Read MoreHow COVID-19 is effecting the real estate market. COVID-19 has effected nearly ever industry – including the real estate market. Here’s the latest when it comes to real estate and coronavirus. The current situation The real estate industry is fortunate as compared to other industries, as it has not had to fully shut down. Similarly,…
Read MoreDon’t get caught out. Book with a quality inspector. The best way to spot a dodgy pest inspector is to do your research and learn how to book the best pest inspector in your area. 1. Check for reviews Reviews can often be a good way to determine the quality of a tradies’ service. Google…
Read MoreLearn how termites can enter your home. Most people know the dangers of a termite infestation. However, many people still wonder how termites get into a house in the first place. 1. Cracks in concrete Termites cannot eat through concrete. However, they are small enough to be able to fit into small cracks and holes…
Read MoreEverything you need to know about Handovers. Completing a new building project is a huge achievement but there’s one last step – the handover inspection. In this blog, we answer the most common handover inspection questions. What is a new build handover? When you want to build your dream home from scratch, you need to…
Read MoreLook out for these common defects. These faults can impact price negotiations significantly. If you’re selling you want to address these problems early and if you’re a buyer, you want to use these faults to drop the price of the house. Here are some of the most common faults found in building inspections. 1. Degraded…
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