Understanding Building Classifications
The building classifications are labelled Class 1 through to Class 10. Some classifications also have sub-classifications, referred to by a letter after the number (e.g. Class 1a)
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Structural Defects and Their Meanings
The definition of a structural defect, or structural element, has been a matter of contention for a number of years and in particular, in the assessment of home warranty insurance and statutory warranty claims
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Is The Plaster In Your New Home Ready To Paint?
At ABEL Building Inspections make sure your plaster is ready to paint during our Practical Completion Inspection
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The Consequences of Condensation
This article discusses how the failure to consider condensation within the built environment can have serious consequences arising from both surface and interstitial condensation.
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Do You Need A Building Inspection?
Before committing to buying a property, consider including a building inspection as part of your contract for the purchase so you can avoid any nasty surprises once you've moved in
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Checking Floor Wastes During A Building Inspection
When it comes to deciding what is the correct method of application it is quite difficult to follow the guidelines because there is so many
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Make Sure Your Home Is Mould Free
It amazes me when I find mould during an inspection to think people are happy to live with it
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First House in the World to Have Electric Lights
Where would we be without these leaders of men who invented what we take for granted in the modern world?
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