1) This report is NOT an all encompassing report dealing with the building from every aspect. It is a reasonable attempt to identify any obvious or significant defects apparent at the time of inspection. Whether or not a defect is considered significant or not depends, to large extent, upon the age and type of the building. This report is not a Certificate of Compliance with the requirements of any act, Regulation, Ordinance or By-law. It is not a structural report. Should you require any advice of a structual nature contact a structural engineer.
2) THIS IS A VISUAL INSPECTION ONLY limited to those areas and sections of the property fully accessible and visible to the Inspector on the date of the inspection. The inspection DID NOT include breaking apart, dismantling, removing or moving objects including, but not limited to foliage, mouldings, roof insulation/sisilation, floor and wall coverings, sidings, ceilings, floors, furnishings, appliances or personal areas that are concealed or obstructed. The inspector DID NOT dig, gouge, force or perform any other invasive procedures. Visible timbers and CANNOT be destructively probed or hit without the written permission of the property owner.
3) This report does not and cannot make comment upon: defects that may have been sealed; the assessment or dectection of defects(including rising damp or leaks) which maybe subject to the prevailing weather conditions; whether or not services have been used for some time prior to the inspection and whether this will affect the detection of leaks or other defects(eg. in the case of shower enclosures the absence of dampness at the time of the inspection does not mean the enclosure will not leak); the presence or absence of timber pest; gas fittings; common property areas; environmental concerns; the proximity of the property to flight paths railways or busy traffic noise levels; health and safety issues; heritage concerns; security concerns; fire protection; site drainage(apart from surface water drainage); swimming pools and spas(non structural); detection and indentification of illegal building work; detection and indentification of illegal plumbing work; durability of exposed finishes; neighbourhood problems; document analysis; electrical installation; any matters that are solely regulated by statute; any area(s) or item(s) that could not be inspected by the consultant. Accordingly this report is not a guarantee that defects and or damaged does not exist in any accessible areas or sections of the property. (NB Such matters may upon request be covered under the terms of a Special-purpose Property Report).
4) ASBESTOS: "No inspection for asbestos was carried out at the property and no report on the presence or absence of asbestos is provided. If during the course of the Inspection asbestos or materials containing asbestos happen to be noticed then this may be noted in the general remarks section of the report. Buildings prior to 1982 may have wall and/or ceiling sheeting and other products including roof sheeting that contains Asbestos. Even buildings built after this date up until the early 90's may contain some Asbestos. Sheeting should be full sealed. If concerned or if the building was prior to 1990 you should seek advice from a qualified asbestos removal expert as to the amount and importance of the asbestos present and the cost of sealing or of removal.If asbestos is noted as present within the property then you should seek advice from a qualified asbestos removal expert as to the amount and importance of the asbestos present and the cost of sealing or of removal. Drilling, cutting or removing sheeting or products containing Asbestos is a high risk to peoples' health. You should seek advice from a qualified asbestos removal expert."
5) MOULD (Mildew and non-wood Decay Fungi): Mildew and non wood decay fungi is commonly known as mould. However, Mould and their spores may cause health problems or allergic reactions such as asthma and dermatitis in some people. No inspection for Mould was carried out at the property and no report on the presence or absence of Mould is provided. If in the course of the inspection, Mould happeaned to be noticed it may be noted in the general remarks section of the report. If Mould is noted as present within the property or if you notice Mould and you are concerned as to the heath risk resulting from its presence then you should seek advice from your Local Council, State or Commonwealth Government Health Department or a qualified expert such as an Industry Hygienist.
6) CONSUMER COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE. In the event of any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to this report, either party must give wriiten Notice of the dispute to the other party. If the dispute is not resolved within ten(10) days from the service of the Notice than the dispute shall be referred to a mediator nominated by the inspector. Should the dispute not be resolved by mediation than either may refer the dispute to the Institute of Arbitrators and Mediators of Australia for resolution by arbitration.
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8) EXPERT WITNESS DISCLAIMER: Any estimates provided in this report are merely opinions of possible costs that could be encountered, based on the knowledge and experience of the inspector. The estimates are NOT a guarantee or quotation for work to be carried out. The actual cost is ultimately dependent upon the materials used, standard of work carried out and what in the quotation and what a contractor is prepared to do the work for. It is recommended in ALL instances that multiple independent quotes are sourced prior to any work being carried out. The inspector accepts no liability for any estimates provided throughout this report.
9) Conditions: - This standard property report is conditional upon or conditional in relation to -
the assessment of any apparent defect including rising damp and leaks, the detection of which may be subject to prevailing weather conditions;
information provided by the person, the employees or agents of the person requesting the report;
the specific areas of 'expertise' of the consultant specified in the report;
apparent concealment of possible defects; or
any other defect factor limiting the preparation of the report.
TERMINOLOGY
The Definitions of the Terms (Good), (Fair) & (Poor) below apply to DEFECTS associated with individual items or specific areas:
Definitions
Good - The item or area inspected appears to be in Serviceable and/or Sound Condition without any significant visible defects at the time of the inspection.
Fair - The item or area inspected shows minor defects, minor damage or wear and tear and may require repairs or maintenance.
Poor - The item or area inspected requires significant repairs or replacement and may be in a badly neglected state due to age or lack of maintenance or deterioration or not finished to an acceptable standard of workmanship.
The definitions (Above Average), (Average) & (Below Average) relate to the inspectors opinion of the Overall Condition of the Building.
Definitions
Above Average - The overall condition is above that consistent with dwellings of approximately the same age and construction. Most items and areas are well maintained and show a high standard of workmanship when compared with building of similar age and construction.
Average - There may be components requiring repair or maintenance consistent with dwellings of similar age or construction. Their may be areas/members requiring minor repair or maintenance. There were no major matters that require attention or rectification.
Below Average - The Building and its parts show some significant defects and/or very poor non-tradesman like workmanship and/or long term neglect and/or defects requiring major repairs or reconstruction of major building elements.Note: Also Refer to "Important Advice" section for explanation/advice concerning some terms and or defects that may be contained in the Report.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS
DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY:- No liability shall be accepted on an account of failure of the report to notify any problems in the area(s) or section(s) of the subject property physically inaccessible for inspection, or to which access for Inspection is denied by or to the Inspector (including but not limited to or any area(s) or section(s) so specified in this report).
DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY TO THE THIRD PARTIES:- This Report is made solely for the use and the benefit of the Client named on the front of the report. No liability or responsibilty whatsoever, in contact or tort, is accepted to any third party who may rely on the report wholly or on part. Any third party acting or relying on this report, in whole or in part does so at their own risk.
