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Defects Inspection Report

Form: SPIR 1.3 – 11th April 2008

This Defects Inspection Report (hereinafter called “the Report”) is issued subject to the Terms and

Conditions of Inspection and Report set out in Clause A.1 of this document.

304/54 Soldiers Parade Edmondson Park NSW

2174

General Details

Client Details

Client Name:

Client Phone:

Client Email:

NOT DISCLOSED

Subject Property and General Items

Subject Property Address:

Inspection Date and Time:

304/54 Soldiers Parade Edmondson Park NSW 2174

24-09-2020 09:00

NOT DISCLOSED

Weather Conditions:

The weather was fine at the time of the inspection.

The property is an apartment unit.

Description of Property

Accommodation

The occupied property has: 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Area, Laundry, and a lock up

garage.

Inspector for Effective Buildin

& Consultanc

Elie Farah

- Mr. Elie Farah has been in the building industry since 1995. His qualifications include -

Building Foreman Clerk of Works, Building Certificate, Diploma in Structural Engineering, Statement of

Attainment in Building Consultancy, Statement of Attainment in Pest Management, Statement of

Attainment in Pest Inspection, Home Guard Certificate of Accreditation, Altriset termiticide Training

Certificate, Statement of Attainment for Tool tagging, Statement of Attainment in Senior First Aid &

Workplace Safety Certificate IV. He currently holds the following licenses- Building- No. 211722C,

Building Consultant, Qualified Building Supervisor, Drivers Licence and OHS Green Card.

Mobile No.:

0404 850 007

Email:

elie@effectivebuilding.com.au

Report Provided by

Effective Building & Consultancy

Postal Address

PO Box 820 Parramatta NSW 2124

Builders Licence

No: 211722C

A division of Rezoning Pty Ltd

www.effectivebuildinggroup.com.au

Phone:

1300 765 556

Fax:

02 8088 4396

service@effectivebuilding.com.au

ABN:

40 166 371 526

ACN:

166 371 526

Estimated Property Age

2020.

Contact

Please feel free to contact the inspector Elie Farah who carried out this inspection. His mobile no. is

0404 850 007 and his email is elie@effectivebuilding.com.au.

Often it is very difficult to fully explain situations, problems, access difficulties, building faults and their

importance in a manner that is readily understandable by the reader. Should you have any difficulty in

understanding anything contained in this report then you should immediately contact the inspector and

have the matter explained to you.

If you have any questions at all or require any clarification then contact the inspector prior to acting on

this report.

To discuss invoicing or other matters, please call our office on the details listed below:

1300 765 556

02 8088 4396

email:

service@effectivebuilding.com.au

Notable Items – Repair Schedule

Items observed that require attention are listed under the appropriate subheadings within the body of

this report. For ease of reading, some of these items have also been listed here. This list is no way to

consider complete or comprehensive.

Please note, where prices have been given, these are opinions only and are not quotes. Independent

quotations for any notable items will need to be obtained prior to purchase.

You must read the entire report and not rely solely on this summary. The order that the items may

appear in this summary is not an indicator of their importance.

Standard Terms

Effective Building Consultancy

inspectors use three (3) standard terms when describing the standard

of a building, or part of a building.

These terms are:

Acceptable

The feature subject to comment is, in the inspector’s opinion, of sufficiently good standard for use

without the need for any remedial or repair work. There may be minor blemishes in the finish or

inadequacies in operation, and surfaces may benefit from cleaning.

Fair

The feature subject to comment is usable but has deteriorated and would benefit from remedial or

repair work. For instance; painting may be required, render may require patching, and door and window

fittings may require adjustment or repair.

Poor

The feature subject to comment requires substantial remedial or repair work, or replacement. Faults are

major and possibly structural. Repairs are considered necessary rather than discretionary.

All of the above terms are used having regard for the age, quality of workmanship, style and type of

construction of the building being inspected. Features and finishes considered acceptable in a 150 year

old worker's cottage are not necessarily going to be so in a modern apartment building.

Safety

The item need urgent attention and is a Safety Issue.

The Scope

PLEASE READ THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS IN CLAUSE A.1 OF THIS DOCUMENT

SERVICE

As requested and agreed with the Client, the service is a “Defects Inspection Report”. This Report must

be read subject to the Terms and Conditions attached.

PURPOSE OF INSPECTION

The purpose of this inspection is to provide advice to the Client regarding the condition of the Building &

Site at the time of inspection.

SCOPE OF INSPECTION

This Report only covers or deals with any evidence of: Defects and any safety issues found in the

internal and external areas of the property. The inspection was limited to the Readily Accessible Areas

of the Building & Site and was based on a visual examination of surface work (excluding furniture and

stored items), and the carrying out of Tests.

ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA

The building was compared with a building that was constructed in accordance with the generally

accepted practice at the time of construction and which has been maintained such that there has been

no significant loss of strength and serviceability.

Repair Schedule

Areas above have been assessed and are required to be repaired, advised to obtain a builder's quote

on all assessable areas mentioned.

Most properties will have defects, depending on the age and how well they have been maintained,

however the property may still represent good value if the costs to rectify defects are reflected in the

purchase price. The final decision concerning value is always left to the purchaser.

Should you require any further information regarding the above items, please do not hesitate to contact

our office for further assistance.

N/A

External Building Condition Inspection

BALCONY

Overall Condition:

FAIR

The bottom of the door frame is exposed, which can result in deterioration to the waterproofing

membrane. Repairs are required through the use of a storm mould.

The bottom of the handrail requires silicon to prevent water entry into the gap in the mitre.

There is evidence of a scratch marks to the balcony handrail and door. Painting is required to prevent

the risk of corrosion.

EXTERNAL DOORS

Overall Condition:

FAIR

There is evidence of scuff marks to the entry door. Repairs are required to improve its appearance.

Interior Inspection

BATHROOMS AND TOILETS

Overall Condition:

ACCEPTABLE

The finishes used in the bathroom is inappropriate for a bathroom finish due to the inability to see any

mould growth in future.

Cleaning is required to the bathroom tiled wall.

Important Note:

Shower areas are visually checked for leakage but leaks do not generally show excep

when in actual long term use. We cannot determine whether bathrooms have been in regular use prior

to our inspection.

It is important to maintain adequate water proofing in bathroom areas. Minor imperfections can allow

water to penetrate walls and floors and cause damage.

BUILT

IN FURNITURE

Overall Condition:

FAIR

The wardrobe door requires realignment to allow for correct operation.

DOORS

Overall Condition:

FAIR

A rubber stopper is recommended to the cavity door to prevent accidental contact with the wall.

FLOORS

Overall Condition:

FAIR

There is evidence of chipping and scratches to the floors in the living room. Repairs are required to

prevent the risk of abrasions.

There are excessive gaps between the flooring that requires repairs to prevent the risk of abrasions.

KITCHEN

Overall Condition:

FAIR

There is evidence of scuff marks to the kitchen cupboards that requires removal to improve its

appearance.

A shelf is recommended underneath the kitchen sink to provide additional storage.

The overflow to the dishwater is not draining. Repairs are required to allow for correct operation.

PAINTWORK

Overall Condition:

FAIR

Painting to the walls and skirting in the living area and in the kitchen are incomplete. Completion is

required to improve its appearance.

WALLS

Overall Condition:

FAIR

The wall adjacent to the lounge room window and the bedroom wall is not plumb and requires repairs.

Additional Comments and

Recommendations

We are not authorised electrical inspectors. Electrical components and appliances were

NOT

part of

this inspection. Testing/checking of any electrical items is outside the scope of this report. It is

recommended that a licensed electrician be engaged for further advice on any matters dealing with

electrical issues.

We are not authorised plumbing inspectors. Plumbing components and appliances were

NOT

part of

this inspection. Testing/checking of any plumbing items is outside the scope of this report. It is

recommended that a licensed plumbing be engaged for further advice on any matters dealing with

plumbing issues.

Additional Comments

Recommendations

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Construction Abbreviations

Aluminium Core Dump

Course

Aluminium core damp courses provide a very effective membrane. They

consist of metal centres coated with bitumen.

Asbestos Cement (AC)

Sheeting. Also known

as 'fibro'

In NSW the use of asbestos was discontinued in fibro sheets by 1982, in

corrugated sheets by 1984.

Asbestos fibres have been used for many years as reinforcement for roof

and wall sheeting. Its main defects are brittleness with age, a tendency to

explode in fires and low insulation values for heat and acoustics. The

asbestos cement sheeting may become brittle with age and crack.

Asbestos cement has been phased out in Australia because of the great

danger of raw asbestos. Existing asbestos cement sheeting presents no

known danger to health as the fibres are bound into the material. If cutting or

removing asbestos cement sheeting care should be taken to minimise

exposure to airborne asbestos fibres. When working with this sheeting you

must comply with the Workcover Australia requirements. Removal of

asbestos cement sheeting entails a rigorous safety procedure.

Brick Growth

Bricks undergo long-term permanent expansion over time. This expansion

continues for the life of the brick, but the majority of the growth occurs early

in its life. Most general purpose bricks have a coefficient of expansion in the

range of 0.5-1.5mm/m (millimetres per metre) over fifteen years. Designers

can use the values of the coefficient of expansion to accommodate for the

growth of bricks by the size and spacing of the control joints.

"Brick Properties and Bricklaying Practices" (Austral Bricks Pty Ltd)

Brick Veneer

Brick Veneer consists of a timber or steel frame structure having an outer

leaf of brickwork as the external cladding. A cavity is formed, usually 40mm

wide between the frame and the brickwork, which is fastened to the studs

with metal or plastic ties. This type of construction gives an external

appearance of an all brick construction.

Concrete Slab Footing

A concrete slab footing is one that covers a whole area on which a building is

constructed. The slab is concrete reinforced with steel sitting directly on the

foundation material.

Concrete Tiles

Concrete tiles, unlike terracotta tiles, will not fret but will tend to loose their

colour and will support fungal growths. Fungal growths may change the

colour of the concrete tiles but do not cause any weakness or damage to the

tiles.

Conventional Roof

A timber, cut and pitched roof is the traditional way of roof construction. All

frameworks is erected on site piece by piece.

Corrugated Steel

Roofing

By using corrugated steel sheeting as the roofing material, decking profiles

can have quite a low pitch profile. Corrugated steel is highly water resistant

when well maintained.

Damp Proof Course

(DPC)

DPC is a barrier of impervious material built into a wall or pier to prevent

moisture from moving to any part of the building.

The DPC is built into base wall brickwork. It bridges brick skins and/or the

brick and pier. The DPC is laid into the brick wall approximately two courses

(two bricks) below the lowest timber member, typically the bearer.

DPC can be of varying materials from natural slate and lead to Polythene

sheet. It can also be used as a chemical mixed in the mortar.

Construction Abbreviations

Defects Major

A defect of sufficient magnitude where rectification has to be carried out in

order to avoid unsafe conditions, loss of utility or further deterioration of the

property.

Defects Mino

Defect that is not ma

or.

Fibre Cement Sheeting

Fibre cement products come about as a replacement for the widely used

"Asbestos Cement Sheeting" product manufactured by "James Hardie".

Frettin

Erosion of mortar between bricks.

Gypsum Plasterboard

Gypsum plasters are widely used as the core of sheets that are heavily paper

covered on both faces and have a very smooth surface. These sheets can be

glued or nail fixed to timber or metal framing and can be used to build a fire

resistance ratin

artitions and walls.

Lichen

A growth often found on terracotta roof tiles. It is a symbiotic organism of

algae and fungus. Experts believe it has minor damaging effect on the tiles

but may cause problems by diverting water flow over the tiles.

Metal Decking

Metal decking should always be well maintained with a painted surface to

avoid rust damage. Paint is not essential to prevent rust but the decking itself

is only minimally rust resistant. Metal decking comes in a variety of profiles.

The strength of the decking is reliant on the thickness and profile, therefore

some of the decking can be walked on but some may buckle under such

pressure.

Mortar Bed

The mortar, which holds the ridge capping in place, may crack due to

movement in the roof, the usual expansion and contraction, or by branches

falling on the roof. It is important that the ridge capping be secured with

mortar to avoid possible leaks into the roof space.

This is also the joint between bricks.

Mould

Mould is a form of fungal infection, and is initiated by the germination of

airborne spores which are ever present in the atmosphere. Two things are

necessary for successful germination and subsequent growth of mould and

fungus, they are; organic material and moisture. The will not commence with

less than 20% moisture content. Generally building timbers should be from

9% to 15% in use.

Pier and Strip Footing

Pier and strip footing construction consists can be of brick, stone piers and

walls, or re-enforced concrete strip and mass concrete (no reinforcing) blob

footings. The whole structure is supported on these footings, which transfer

the load into the foundation.

Pitched Roof

A pitched roof has at least two sloping surfaces meeting at and apex point

"ridge". The may be straight gable roofs, hip roofs, hip and valley roofs or a

combination of all of these.

Skillion Roof

This is a roof with a single roof plane. It is also called a flat roof and a lean to

roof depending on the location of its use or the steepness of its slope (pitch).

Steel Lintels and Arch

Bars

A major problem with lintels is that they are exposed on the exterior of a

house and, when made of steel, are prone to rust. If this is treated early - by

cleaning, priming and painting - you will have few problems. If rust is

advanced, the lintel will swell, causing the brickwork to crack and eventually

causing considerable damage. Galvanised steel lintels will outlast the primed

mild-steel variety. Galvanised steel lintels may last up to 100 years without

requiring any maintenance against rust.

Construction Abbreviations

Terracotta Roof Tiles

Terracotta Meaning ‘baked earth’ in Italian, is a natural clay product that has

been used throughout the ages for protection against the elements.

The origin of clay roofing tile can be traced independently to two different

parts of the world: China, during the Neolithic Age, beginning around 10,000

B.C.; and the Middle East, a short time later. From these regions, the use of

clay tile spread throughout Asia and Europe.

Terracotta tiles, although brittle, are very permanent in resisting most

temperate to hot weather conditions, however they may not be immune to

damage from salt spray in coastal areas. Because of the brittleness of these

tiles, walking on them should be done with care or avoided completely if

possible.

Timber Frame

A timber frame house is clad internally and externally. The timber frame does

the entire structural load bearing work, supporting the roof, ceiling and wall

cladding.

Truss Roof

A type of roof framing. They are very accurate, designed to stress

requirements and are supported only on the outside frames of a house.

Trusses give few problems, but in aggressive environments it is worth

checking the nail plates for rust. If rust is found, treat it with anti-rust paint. If

any of the cords (timber lengths) of a truss breaks or is damaged, the truss

will not operate properly and the joint will have to be repaired.

Vinyl Cladding/Siding

Vinyl siding comes in two types: very thin sheets which perform best if

attached to an existing backing such as sheet cladding or weatherboards, or

thick PVC boards which are a cladding in their own right. Vinyls are colourfas

and do not need repainting, but must be securely fixed. The thicker boards

can simply be nailed up in the same way as ordinary weatherboards. They

may include an insulating backing.

Wet Rot

Wet rot or decay is caused by excessive and continuous periods of

dampness that results in decomposition of the fibres. One of the most

common areas of the home to suffer from wet rot is the timber structure

under the shower or bath recess. This will occur if the water proofing of the

bathroom is penetrated. To remedy this, the damaged timbers may need to

be replaced and the leaking area will need to be repaired. To prevent wet rot

in all areas of the property, sub-floor timbers should be kept dry and external

timbers should have paint maintained and the surroundin

1.PAYMENT CONDITIONS

1.1 The Company will carry out the inspection and report ordered by the Client in accordance with this Agreement

and the Client agrees that the inspection will be carried out in accordance with this Agreement.

1.2 The Client agrees to make payments at the time that the Inspection is ordered or prior to the inspection taking

place.

1.3 The Company requires 24 Business hours’ notice for cancellations or the Client will be charged the full

inspection fee. The Company organises access to the property based on the information provided by the Client.

2.SPECIAL CONDITIONS

2.1 The Building Consultant and the Company reserve the right to reject any application at their absolute discretion.

In this event, any fees, deposit or other monies paid by the Client will be refunded.

2.2 The Company shall not be liable for failure to perform any duty or obligation that the Company may have under

this Agreement, where such failure has been caused by inclement weather, industrial disturbance, inevitable

accident, inability to obtain labor or transportation, or any cause outside the reasonable control of the Company.

2.3 The Company's liability is limited to its Professional Liability Insurance.

2.4 The basis for this Report is that the Company has been appointed solely to conduct an inspection of the

premises and to provide an evaluation on the matters contained within the Report.

2.5 The Inspection will be carried out in accordance with AS4349. 1-2007 and will include an inspection of the

Building Elements as outlined in Appendix C of AS4349. 1-2007 except for Strata title properties where the

inspection will be according to Appendix B of AS4349. 1-2007.

2.6 A copy of the appropriate Standard with Appendices may be obtained from Standards Australia.

2.7 The Report is a guarantee or warranty, but is a professional opinion on the condition of the subject property.

2.8 The Report is only valid for the date of the inspection and is based on the condition of the property and the

prevailing structural, soil and weather conditions at the time of the inspection. Prolonged periods of dry or wet

weather may cause differential movement or structural changes to the premises.

2.9 The Report overrides any verbal report provided by the Company or its Building Consultants or any

conversation that may take place between the Company or its Building Consultants and the Client. The Company

strongly recommends that every section of the Report is thoroughly read before the purchase proceeds.

2.10 If there appears to be non-Council approved structures on the property, it is the Purchaser’s responsibility to

contact the Council, through the owner’s authorization, with regard to formalizing acknowledgment of these

structures prior to or after the purchase.

3. SCOPE OF THE INSPECTION & THE REPORT

3.1 The purpose of the inspection is to provide advice to the Client, as a prospective purchaser, regarding the

condition of the property at the date and time of inspection.

3.2 The Report is not a certificate of compliance that the property complies with the requirements of any Act,

regulation, ordinance, local law of by-law, or as a warranty or an insurance policy against problems developing with

the building in the future.

3.3 The Report is prepared and presented, unless stated otherwise, under the assumption that the existing use of

the building will continue as a Residential Property.

A.1 Terms and Conditions On The Type of Proposed Inspection Ordered By The Client

3.4 Areas for Inspection shall cover all safe and reasonably accessible areas (See Definitions for “safe and

reasonably access”). This means the Report will not extend to any areas where there were physical limitations

which inhibit or prevent access and inspection, including but not limited to fixed ceilings, wall linings, floors covered

by floor coverings, fixtures, fittings and furniture containing clothes and other stored article/materials, thermal

insulation, etc.

3.5 The inspection shall comprise a non-invasive visual assessment of the items listed in Appendix C to AS 4349.

1-2007 for the structures within 30 metres of the building and within the site boundaries including fences. However,

the Company will not report on pools, spas or ponds etc. The Client is advised to obtain the services of a pool

specialist to carry out an inspection and report.

3.6 Subject to safe and reasonable access, the Inspection will normally report on the condition of each of the

following areas: -

• The interior

• The roof void

• The exterior

• The subfloor

• The roof exterior

3.7 The Company will report individually on Major Defects and Safety Hazards evident and visible on the date and

time of the inspection.

3.8 Where a Major Defect has been identified, the Company will give an opinion as to why it is a Major defect and

specify its location.

4. LIMITATIONS

4.1 Areas where reasonable entry is denied to the Building Consultant, or where safe and reasonable access is not

available, are excluded from and do not form part of, the inspection. Those areas may be the subject of an

additional inspection upon request following the provision or reasonable entry and access.

4.2 Nothing in the Report and this Agreement implies that the inaccessible areas are free from defects.

4.3 The Inspection and Report compares the inspected building with a building that was constructed in accordance

with the generally accepted practice at the time of construction and which has been maintained such that there has

been no significant loss of strength and durability.

4.4 If the property to be inspected is occupied then the Client must be aware that furnishings or household items

may be concealing evidence of problems, which may only be revealed when the items are moved or removed.

Where the Report says the property is occupied the Client agrees to:

a) Obtain a statement from the owner as to:

i) any Timber Pest activity or damage

ii) timber repairs or other repairs

iii) alterations or other problems to the property known to them

iv) any other work carried out to the property including Timber Pest treatments

v) obtain copies of any paperwork issued and the details of all work carried out

b) Indemnify the Building Consultant and the Company from any loss incurred by the Client relating to the items

listed in Clause 4.4(a) above where no such statement is obtained.

4.5Where the property is a strata or similar title, the Building Consultant will only inspect the interior and immediate

exterior of the particular unit requested to be inspected as detailed in Appendix B in AS4349. 1-2007. Therefore, it

is advised that the client obtain in inspection of common areas prior to any decision to purchase.

5. EXCLUSIONS

5.1 The Inspection excludes:

5.1.1 the inside of walls;

5.1.2 between floors;

5.1.3 inside skillion roofing;

5.1.4 inside eaves;

5.1.5 behind stored goods in cupboards; and

5.1.6 any other areas that are concealed or obstructed.

5.2 With regards to Clause 5.1, the Building Consultant WILL NOT:

5.2.1 dig;

5.2.2 gouge;

5.2.3 force;

5.2.4 move any items on the properties we inspect; or

5.2.5 perform any other invasive procedure.

5.3 Insulation and sisalation in the roof void will conceal timbers and may make inspection of the area unsafe for

the Building Consultant. An invasive inspection will not be performed unless a separate Agreement is entered into.

5.4 Where the Report states that insulation is present in the roof in accordance with Clause 5.3, it is strongly

recommended that the Client engages an electrician to check that the insulation has not been placed over lights or

electrical cables since this condition can present a substantial fire risk.

5.5 The Company does not report on glass installed in the windows and/or doors. Glass installed in the windows

and doors in the property may not be safety glass. A glazier should be engaged to replace any glass in the

windows and doors which is not safety glass since glass which is not safety glass can cause serious injury to

persons if broken.

5.6 The Inspection

WILL NOT

5.6.1 look for or report on Timber Pest Activity. The Client should have an inspection carried out in accordance with

AS 4349. 3-1998 Timber Pest Inspections, by a fully qualified, licensed and insured Timber Pest Inspector. If

Timber Pest Damage is found then it will be reported. The Company will only report on the damage which is visible.

5.6.2 make reference to the testing of any electrical appliances on the property, nor any opinion as to the working

order of electrical circuitry or appliances. If further investigations are required, it is recommended the Client

consults with an electrician. The Company takes no responsibility for these matters.

5.6.3 make any reference as to plumbing and the Company take no responsibility for these matters.

5.6.4 cover or report the items listed in Appendix D to AS4349. 1-2007.

5.6.5 report on any defects which may not be apparent due to prevailing weather conditions at the time of the

inspection. Such defects may only become apparent in differing weather conditions.

5.6.6 involve any invasive inspection including cutting, breaking apart, dismantling, removing or moving objects

including, but not limited to, roofing, wall and ceiling sheeting, ducting, foliage, mouldings, debris, roof insulation,

sarking, sisalation, floor or wall coverings, sidings, fixtures, floors, pavers, furnishings, appliances or personal

possessions.

5.6.7 report on minor defects and imperfections. Minor defects are common to most properties and may include

minor blemishes, corrosion, cracking, weathering, general deterioration, unevenness, and physical damage to

materials and finishes, such as de-silvering of mirrors. It is expected that defects of this type would be rectified as

part of normal ongoing property maintenance (although for all defects inspections, all minor and major defects will

be commented on).

5.6.8 guarantee that the property is free from defects or does not require maintenance. The Report may not cover

all maintenance items, such as jamming doors, windows or catches, decorative finishes and hair-line or slight

cracks.

5.6.9 disclose defects which have not yet arisen. Changes in usage can cause defects and any abuse of the

premises is likely to do so.

5.6.10 report on the structural design or adequacy of any element of construction.

5.6.11 report on the operation of fireplaces and chimneys.

5.6.12 report on any appliances such as dishwashers, insinkerators, ovens, stoves and ducted vacuum systems.

5.6.13 report on whether the ground on which the building rests has been filled, is liable to subside, is subject to

landslip, earthquakes or tidal inundation, or if it is flood prone.

5.7 The Report is not concerned with the position of any buildings on the land in relation to the boundaries.

Accordingly, the Company accepts no responsibility for any encroachments that may exist or any buildings that

have been constructed too close to the boundaries in contravention of Local Government, State Government or

Federal Government Regulations. It is strongly recommended that a survey of the property should be obtained by

a qualified surveyor to confirm that no encroachments are present and no Regulations have been contravened.

5.8

ASBESTOS

: No inspection for asbestos will be carried out at the property and no report on the presence or

absence of asbestos will be provided. If during the course of the Inspection asbestos or materials containing

asbestos happened to be noticed then this may be noted in the general remarks section of the report. Drilling,

cutting or removing sheeting or products containing asbestos is a high risk to people’s health. If asbestos is noted

as present within the property then the Client agrees to seek advice from a qualified asbestos removal expert as to

the amount and importance of the asbestos present and the cost sealing or of removal.

5.9

MOULD (MILDEW) AND NON-WOOD DECAY FUNGI DISCLAIMER

: No inspection or report will be made for

Mould (Mildew) and non-wood decay fungi including no report on the presence or absence of Mould will be

provided. However, Mould and their spores may cause health problems or allergic reactions such as asthma and

dermatitis in some people. If Mould is noted, it is recommended the Client seek the advice from your Local

Council, State or Commonwealth Government Health Department or a qualified expert such as an Industry

Hygienist.

6. ESTIMATING DISCLAIMER

6.1 Any estimates provided in the Report are merely opinions of possible costs that could be encountered, based

on the knowledge and experience of the Building Consultant, and are not estimates in the sense of being a

calculation of the likely costs to be incurred. The estimates are NOT a guarantee or quotation for work to be carried

out. The Company accepts no liability for any estimates provided throughout the report and where estimates are

provided, the Client agrees to obtain and rely on independent quotations for the same work.

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7. THIRD PARTY DISCLAIMER

7.1 The Report will be made solely for the use and benefit of the Client. No liability or responsibility whatsoever, in

contract or tort, including for any loss, damage, cost or expense, whatsoever, suffered or incurred by any Person

other than the Client, is accepted to any third party who may rely on the report wholly or in part. Any third parties

acting or relying on the report, in whole or in part will do so at their own risk.

7.2 The only Person to whom the Company may be liable and to whom losses arising in contract or tort sustained

may be payable by the Company is the Client named on the front page of this Agreement.

7.3 In the ACT under the Civil Law (Sale of Residential Property) Act 2003 and Civil Law (Sale of Residential

Property) Regulations 2004 the Report resulting from this Inspection may be passed to the purchaser as part of the

sale process providing it is carried out not more than three months prior to listing and is not more than six months

old.

8. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

8.1 In the event of a dispute of a claim arising out of, or relating to the inspection or the Report, or any alleged

negligent act, error or omission on the Company's part or on the part of the Building Consultant conducting the

inspection, either party may give written notice of the dispute or claim to the other party.

8.2 If the dispute is not resolved within twenty one (21) days from the service of the written Notice then either party

may refer the dispute or claim to an independent mediator nominated by the Company.

8.3 The cost shall be met equally by both parties or as agreed as part of the mediation settlement.

8.4 Should the dispute or claim not be resolved by mediation then one or other of the parties may refer the dispute

or claim to the Institute of Arbitrators and Mediators of Australia who will appoint in Arbitrator who will resolve the

dispute by arbitration.

8.5 The Arbitrator will also determine what costs each of the parties are to pay.

9. PROHIBITION ON THE PROVISION OR SALE OF THE REPORT

9.1 The Report may not be sold or provided to any other Person without the Company's express written permission,

unless the Client is authorised to do so by Legislation. If the Company gives permission it may be subject to

conditions such as payment of a further fee by the other Person and agreement from the other Person to comply

with this Clause.

9.2 However, the Company may sell the Report to any other Person without authorization from the Client.

10. RELEASE

10.1 The Client releases the Company from any and all claims, actions, proceedings, judgments, damages, losses,

interest, costs and expenses of whatever nature that the Person may have at any time hereafter arising from the

unauthorised provision or sale of the Report by the Client to a Person without the Company's express written

permission.

11. INDEMNITY

11.1 The Client agrees to indemnify the Company in respect of any and all liability, including all claims, actions,

proceedings, judgments, damages, losses, interest, costs and expenses of any nature, which may be incurred by,

brought, made or recovered against the Company arising directly or indirectly from the unauthorised provision or

sale of the Report by the Client to a Person without the Company's express written permission.

11.2 The Client agrees that the Company cannot accept any liability for the Company's failure to report a defect tha

was concealed by the owner of the building being inspected and the Client agrees to indemnify the Company for

any failure to find such concealed defects.

11.3 Where the report recommends another type of inspection including an invasive inspection and report then the

Client should have such an inspection carried out prior to the exchange of contracts or end of cooling-off period. If

the Client fails to follow the Company's recommendations then the Client agrees and accepts that they may suffer a

financial loss and indemnify the Company against all losses that the Client incurs resulting from the Client's failure

to act on the Company's advice.

DEFINITIONS

The Client should read and understand the following definitions of words used in this Agreement and the Report.

This will help the Client understand what is involved in a property and building inspection, the difficulties faced by

the Building Consultant and the contents of the Report which the Company will provide the Client following the

Inspection.

Acceptance Criteria

: The building shall be compared with a building that was constructed in accordance with the

generally accepted practice at the time of construction and which has been maintained such that there has been no

significant loss of strength and serviceability.

Access hole (cover)

means an opening in the structure to allow for safe entry to carry out an inspection.

Accessible area

means an area of the site where sufficient, safe and reasonable access is available to allow

inspection within the scope of the inspection.

Building Consultant

means a person, employed by the Company and who is qualified and experiences to

undertake a Standard Property Inspection Report in accordance with the Australian Standard AS4349.

Building Element

means a portion of a building that, by itself or in combination with other such parts, fulfils a

characteristic function.

Client

means the person(s) or other legal entity for which the inspection is to be carried out as listed on the front

page of this Agreement. If ordered by the person(s)’s agent then it is agreed that the agent represents the

person(s) and has the authority to act for and on their behalf.

Company

means the company, partnership or individual, being a party to this Agreement as listed on the front

page of the contract.

Defect

means a fault or deviation from the intended condition of the material, assembly or component.

Limitation

means any factor that prevents full achievement of the purpose of the inspection.

Major defect

means a defect of sufficient magnitude where rectification has to be carried out in order to avoid

unsafe conditions, loss of utility or further deterioration of the property.

Minor defect

means a defect other than a Major defect.

Person

means any individual, company, partnership or association who is not a Client.

Primary Elements

means those parts of the building providing the basic loadbearing capacity to the Structure,

such as foundations, footings, floor framing, loadbearing walls, beams or columns. It also includes other structural

building elements such as those that provide a level of personal protection such as handrails, floor-to-floor access

such as stairways, and the structural flooring of the building such as floorboards.

Property

means the structures and boundaries etc up to thirty (30m) metres from the exterior walls of the main

building but within the boundaries of the land on which the main building is erected.

Report

means the document and any attachments issued to the Client by the Company following the Building

Consultant’s inspection of the property.

Structure

means the loadbearing part of the building, comprising the Primary Elements.

Structural Inspection

means the inspection shall comprise visual assessment of accessible areas of the property

to identify major defects to the building structure and to form an opinion regarding the general condition of the

structure of the property.

The Report will

not include those items noted in Clause A3 of AS 4349. 1-2007 e.g.

Condition of roof coverings, partition walls, cabinetry, doors, trims, fencing, minor structures, ceiling linings,

windows, non-structural & serviceability damp tissues, rising damp, condensation etc.

Safe and Reasonable Access

does not include the use of destructive or invasive inspection methods or moving

furniture or stored goods.

The Standard defines the extent of safe and reasonable access as follows:

“The extent of accessible areas shall be determined by the inspector at the time of inspection, based on the

conditions encountered at the time of the inspection. The inspector shall also determine whether sufficient space is

available to allow safe access. The inspection shall include only accessible areas and areas that are within the

inspector’s line of sight and close enough to enable reasonable appraisal.”

It also defines access to areas as defined in

the Table below

Access Table from AS 4349. 1-2007

Table Notes:

1. Reasonable access does not include the cutting of access holes or the removal of screws and bolts for

any other fastenings or sealants to access covers.

2. Sub floor areas sprayed with Chemicals should not be inspected unless it is safe to do so.

Note:

1. Additional inspection requirements requested by the Client may incur additional expense in regard to the cost of

the inspection.

2. The Company also does a number of Other Inspections and Reports which include;

AREA ACCESS HOLE CRAWL SPACE HEIGHT

Roof interior

Roof exterior

400mm x 500mm 600mm x 600mm Accessible from a 3.6m ladder.

Accessible from a 3.6m ladder placed on the ground.

• Thermal Camera Inspection

• Plumbing Inspections

• Building Dilapidation Report

• Building Dispute & CTTT

• Swimming Pool Inspections

• Home Warranty Insurance

• Mechanical & Fire Inspections

• Structural Engineer Inspection

• Strata Report

• Electrical Inspections

• Completion/Defects Report

• Asbestos Inspections

• Pest Control & Termite Solutions

• Insulation Inspections

• Identification Survey

• Property Data Report