Masonry Cracking
Cracking in brickwork is a common issue in Perth homes. The type of construction in Perth is different to other parts of the country where the use of brick veneer and timber framing is more the norm. Most of the cracking seen in Perth homes is usually due to settlement of the structure over time….
Read MoreDestructive Steel
When does steel become destructive? Steel is widely used in the building industry as a material that has very strong structural properties. It can also be the cause of some expensive structural repairs! If left unchecked and not properly maintained steel will RUST. When the rust has set in it will naturally keep rusting until…
Read MoreSmoke Alarm Laws
The Building Regulations 2012 require the owner of a house to have compliant smoke alarms installed prior to the transfer of ownership at time of settlement. To comply the smoke alarms need to be installed in the house at a location that complies to the Building Code of Australia, AND is not older that 10…
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