Building Inspection Shocker – Football Blocking Downpipe
Football blocking downpipe .
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The damage that cellulose insulation can cause when a slow roof leak keeps wetting the insulation and absorbing the moisture until the weight of the insulation is so heavy, the ceiling drops down and makes a very large wet mess.
Building Inspection Shocker – Hole in Concrete Floor Under Existing Shower Tray – No Termite Protection or Vapour Protection
Hole under shower base for waste pipe with no termite protection.
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Shade sails fixed to brick veneer close to the top of the wall without any other structural fixing. When the wind pulls hard on the sail, it will pull the brickwork down.
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Long term leaking shower rotting timber walls and timber framed hob.
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When your gutters start growing small trees you know you are overdue for a clean out.
Building Inspection Shocker – Gutter Stop End Not Fixed
Gutter stop end not fixed to gutter on new garage extension.
Building Inspection Shocker – Smoke Detector Relocated in Roof Void and Disconnected
Smoke detector moved into ceiling space and not working.
Building Inspection Shocker – Steel Post for Pergola Roof Installed in Middle of Tile Roof Valley
A steel post supporting new deck roof installed in middle of existing roof valley.
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A screw installed through a electrical switch wire on a light switch.
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Leaking shower above sub-floor area growing mould on wet chipboard flooring.
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Void area created by broken bricks and debris in a concrete filled pier. Contractors cutting corners can cause defects in structure and hold down.
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Rotted away bottom timber plate due to shower leaking over years.
Down Pipe To Nowhere
A downpipe running onto the ground instead of going to stormwater.
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Halogen bulb encased in cellulose insulation with no physical barrier around the bulb. Potential fire hazard.
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Roof ridge cap pointing mortar loose and falling out. Driving wind and rain can cause a leak in this area.
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All exposed decking timber and structure should be kept painted to minimise the risk of rotting of structural members.
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Gutters and roof valleys should be kept free from leaves and debris for rain to drain freely from roof or overflowing of gutters and tiles may occur.
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Leaking PVC pipework enclosed in a ceiling.
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Leaking shower with termite mud nest in hardwood timber wall.
