Building inspections: Not just for buyers

Building inspections: Not just for buyers

When you purchased your investment property or home, did you use the services of a building inspector?

Increasingly called upon to highlight the potential vulnerabilities of a property, qualified building inspectors have the know-how to look beyond the fresh paint and carpets and to zone in on any maintenance issues to come.

Think: slowly rotting decks, unsteady stumps, asbestos and other hidden baddies.

A building inspector’s expertise can help landlords manage their property’s long-term condition, with savvy investors now recruiting the skills of qualified professionals to give their properties a ‘once over’ every year or two. In addition to your property manager’s annual inspections, a building inspector’s report will inform you on works that may need to be addressed to keep your property sound and your tenants safe – keeping you compliant with current building regulations too.

Issues around the safety of decking, handrails, pools and stairs are becoming litigation risks for landlords – so circumvent any property-

induced tenant accidents by employing the skills of a building inspector to provide you with an up-to-date report on the status of your property in addition to a costing for any repairs necessary. 

Minimise your potential for litigation by taking every step to protect your tenant’s safety and your investment’s health.