Posts Tagged ‘Brisbane’
Termite Treatment Options: What To Do If You Can’t Afford A Termite Barrier
Know your options. Termite barriers are a very important step in protecting your home. If you can’t afford a termite barrier, you have a few options available to you. 1. Organise annual checks Secondly, you should organise annual checks to make sure termites never return. DedAnt can schedule these for you. Ask our friendly team…
Read MoreAre DIY Termite Inspections And Treatment A Good Idea?
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…
Read MoreHow To Find And Fix Roof Leaks
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…
Read MoreIs Now A Good Time to Buy in Brisbane?
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…
Read MoreHow To Keep Your Home Safe Over The Holidays
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…
Read MoreHow To Hire A Carpenter
Learn how to hire a great carpenter Choosing the right tradesperson can be a complex decision. Getting an underqualified or unskilled carpenter can cost you time and money. 1. Have a plan You should have a good idea of what carpentry work you want completed prior to contacting a tradesperson. Have your plan set out…
Read MoreQualifications Building Inspectors Should Have In QLD
Don’t risk hiring a dodgy inspector Hiring an incompentent inspector could cost you thousands in the long run. Don’t get caught out. Learn what qualifications are required of Queensland building inspectors so you can make sure you’re hiring a professional. Building inspectors in Queensland Queensland has the toughest standards for building inspectors anywhere in Australia.…
Read MoreHealth Effects From Damp Homes
Protect yourself from the negative effects of living in a damp home The health effects from damp houses are serious and should not be overlooked. In this blog, we examine the various ways that excessive moisture can put your health at risk and how to better protect yourself. Causes of damp houses As we have…
Read MoreShoddy Workmanship Found During Building Inspection
Common defects due to shoddy workmanship Shoddy workmanship is an unfortnate reality of the building industry. Whether it’s done by licensed builders or home renovators, it’s not unusual for us to see these common defects during building inspections. Bent or damaged ant caps All buildings must have some form of termite management system to protect…
Read MoreCracking In Houses, When Do I Need To Worry?
Some cracks in houses are normal. Others are not. Learn how to tell the difference. Depending on the size of the crack and where it’s located, it can indicate different things. However, all cracks need to be taken seriously. In this blog, we’ll take you through the causes of cracks and what they mean for…
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