Resources

Gutter to Downpipes – Swan Neck

The swan neck is a crucial component in gutter systems. It connects the horizontal gutter section to the vertical downpipe.  In many house designs this is within the eaves and...

Water Ponding in Gutters

Water ponding in gutters can have several causes and here we look at long level runs and sagging hip ends.  If you have other gutter issues, such as water overflowing...

Gutters – Prevention through Maintenance

Lots of common issues you see on homes such as eaves deteriorating and paint peeling, gutters rusting out and overflowing can all be prevented with general gutter maintenance. The first...

Downpipes and Air Flow

In this video Andrew talks about the importance of air release in downpipes and how it contributes to the efficiency of your drainage system. Downpipes play a crucial role in...

My offer’s been accepted – now what?

Congratulations! You’ve just had your offer accepted on your new home. If this is your first purchase, or you haven’t made one in some time, you might be left wondering...

Navigating Early Possession Before Property Settlement, or ‘Agreement for Possession Prior to Settlement’

Timing is everything when purchasing property. Are you caught between the end of your lease and the extended settlement date for your new property? Was there a delay with your...

Finally – Professionalism in Perth’s Building Inspections Industry

Andrew Scales has joined with a few other professionals working in the Building Inspections industry to form an organisation to set standards and norms in this otherwise not regulated industry....

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Property Investment

With the unpredictable nature of the West Australian property market, many investors are faced with the situation where their ROI is dropping with increased pressure to lower rental prices. There...

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What should I do with my inspection report??

Yes, this is a serious question. The very first thing you should do with your report is READ it. Yes, read it. ALL those words, ALL the pages. You do...