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Helpful information for home owners and buyers in Queensland.
How 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,…
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Increase your home’s marketability In Queensland’s competitive real estate market, securing buyer confidence is paramount for a successful and swift sale. An effective strategy to achieve this is through pre-sale inspections. Specifically, a pre-sale building and pest inspection can significantly enhance a property’s attractiveness to potential buyers by ensuring that the house is in good…
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How to remove wasps from your home. Wasps are dangerous and troublesome. Wasps can deliver a nasty sting and can even cause serious injury if you have a bad reaction. Here are 5 tips to help you get rid of wasps and ensure your home is protected. 1. Fake Nests As they are naturally territorial…
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Everything you need to know about ant capping Termite capping (a.k.a ant capping) is a reliable way of detecting termite activity early. Here’s what you need to know about termites and ant capping. About termites To understand termite caps, you must first understand termites. Termites are pests that eat wood – if they get into…
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Learn how to remove lizards from your home Lizards are a common sight around Queensland homes. However, not everyone is comfortable having them around the home. Here are our tips for removing lizards to make sure lizards leave your home and stay out. 1. Know the signs Recognising the signs of a lizard presence is…
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Learn how to keep your home safe from invaders As the holidays approach, one thing you should prepare for is keeping your home safe over the holidays. The holidays are the perfect time for burglars and other home invaders to strike. Here are our top tips to keep your home safe over the holidays. Lock…
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Everything you need to know about buying a house with a pool If you’re looking at buying a house with a pool in Queensland, it’s a great idea to get a pre-purchase swimming pool inspection. Why you need a swimming pool inspection Almost 20% of Brisbane residents have a pool, many of these people will…
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Get ahead of the game with a pre-sale inspection If you’re thinking about selling your property, a pre-sale building and pest inspection can give you a competitive edge. It will help the sale process to go more smoothly and allow you to get the best possible price for your home. Also known as a pre-sale…
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Termites can cause extensive damage if left unchecked. As a homeowner or property investor, the thought of termites damaging your investment is probably a nightmare. These tiny pests can cause major structural damage and can cost thousands of dollars to repair. This damage is often not covered by home insurance! That’s why it’s important to…
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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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Are you considering purchasing a property in Brisbane? As exciting as it may be, it’s important not to overlook one crucial step in the buying process – a building and pest inspection. This is especially vital in a city like Brisbane, where there are unique factors that can affect the condition of a building. In…
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Know the scope of a building and pest inspection Understanding the scope of a building and pest inspection before it happens will help you make a better decision about the property. What an inspection looks at A building and pest inspection examines the structural elements of a house to determine major defects, minor defects and…
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