Defects Inspection Report - Building Inspection

Defects Inspection ReportForm: SPIR 1.3 – 11th April 2008

This Defects Inspection Report (hereinafter called “the Report”) is issued subject to the Terms andConditions of Inspection and Report set out in Clause A.1 of this document.

304/54 Soldiers Parade Edmondson Park NSW2174

General Details

Client Details

Client Name:

Client Phone:

Client Email: NOT DISCLOSED

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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

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

garage.

Inspector for Effective Building & Consultancy

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 ofAttainment in Pest Inspection, Home Guard Certificate of Accreditation, Altriset termiticide TrainingCertificate, 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: [email protected]

Report Provided byEffective Building & Consultancy

Postal AddressPO Box 820 Parramatta NSW 2124

Builders LicenceNo: 211722C

A division of Rezoning Pty Ltdwww.effectivebuildinggroup.com.au

Phone: 1300 765 556Fax: 02 8088 4396

[email protected]

ABN: 40 166 371 526ACN: 166 371 526

Estimated Property Age 2020.

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ContactPlease feel free to contact the inspector Elie Farah who carried out this inspection. His mobile no. is0404 850 007 and his email is [email protected]. Often it is very difficult to fully explain situations, problems, access difficulties, building faults and theirimportance in a manner that is readily understandable by the reader. Should you have any difficulty inunderstanding anything contained in this report then you should immediately contact the inspector andhave the matter explained to you. If you have any questions at all or require any clarification then contact the inspector prior to acting onthis report. To discuss invoicing or other matters, please call our office on the details listed below: t: 1300 765 556f: 02 8088 4396email: [email protected]


Notable Items – Repair Schedule

Items observed that require attention are listed under the appropriate subheadings within the body ofthis report. For ease of reading, some of these items have also been listed here. This list is no way toconsider complete or comprehensive. Please note, where prices have been given, these are opinions only and are not quotes. Independentquotations 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 mayappear in this summary is not an indicator of their importance.

Standard Terms

Effective Building Consultancy inspectors use three (3) standard terms when describing the standardof 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 usewithout the need for any remedial or repair work. There may be minor blemishes in the finish orinadequacies in operation, and surfaces may benefit from cleaning. Fair The feature subject to comment is usable but has deteriorated and would benefit from remedial orrepair work. For instance; painting may be required, render may require patching, and door and windowfittings may require adjustment or repair. Poor The feature subject to comment requires substantial remedial or repair work, or replacement. Faults aremajor 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 ofconstruction of the building being inspected. Features and finishes considered acceptable in a 150 yearold 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 SERVICEAs requested and agreed with the Client, the service is a “Defects Inspection Report”. This Report mustbe read subject to the Terms and Conditions attached. PURPOSE OF INSPECTIONThe 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 INSPECTIONThis Report only covers or deals with any evidence of: Defects and any safety issues found in theinternal and external areas of the property. The inspection was limited to the Readily Accessible Areasof the Building & Site and was based on a visual examination of surface work (excluding furniture andstored items), and the carrying out of Tests. ACCEPTANCE CRITERIAThe building was compared with a building that was constructed in accordance with the generallyaccepted practice at the time of construction and which has been maintained such that there has beenno 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 quoteon 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 thepurchase 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 contactour office for further assistance.

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External Building Condition Inspection

BALCONYOverall Condition: FAIR

The bottom of the door frame is exposed, which can result in deterioration to the waterproofingmembrane. 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 preventthe risk of corrosion.




EXTERNAL DOORSOverall Condition: FAIR

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


Interior Inspection

BATHROOMS AND TOILETSOverall Condition: ACCEPTABLE

The finishes used in the bathroom is inappropriate for a bathroom finish due to the inability to see anymould 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 exceptwhen in actual long term use. We cannot determine whether bathrooms have been in regular use priorto our inspection. It is important to maintain adequate water proofing in bathroom areas. Minor imperfections can allowwater to penetrate walls and floors and cause damage.


BUILT-IN FURNITUREOverall Condition: FAIR

The wardrobe door requires realignment to allow for correct operation.

DOORSOverall Condition: FAIR

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


FLOORSOverall Condition: FAIR

There is evidence of chipping and scratches to the floors in the living room. Repairs are required toprevent the risk of abrasions.There are excessive gaps between the flooring that requires repairs to prevent the risk of abrasions.



KITCHENOverall Condition: FAIR

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




PAINTWORKOverall Condition: FAIR

Painting to the walls and skirting in the living area and in the kitchen are incomplete. Completion isrequired to improve its appearance.



WALLSOverall 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 ofthis inspection. Testing/checking of any electrical items is outside the scope of this report. It isrecommended that a licensed electrician be engaged for further advice on any matters dealing withelectrical issues. We are not authorised plumbing inspectors. Plumbing components and appliances were NOT part ofthis inspection. Testing/checking of any plumbing items is outside the scope of this report. It isrecommended that a licensed plumbing be engaged for further advice on any matters dealing withplumbing issues.

Additional Comments

Recommendations

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Construction Abbreviations

Aluminium Core DumpCourse

Aluminium core damp courses provide a very effective membrane. Theyconsist of metal centres coated with bitumen.

Asbestos Cement (AC)Sheeting. Also knownas 'fibro'

In NSW the use of asbestos was discontinued in fibro sheets by 1982, incorrugated sheets by 1984. Asbestos fibres have been used for many years as reinforcement for roofand wall sheeting. Its main defects are brittleness with age, a tendency toexplode in fires and low insulation values for heat and acoustics. Theasbestos cement sheeting may become brittle with age and crack. Asbestos cement has been phased out in Australia because of the greatdanger of raw asbestos. Existing asbestos cement sheeting presents noknown danger to health as the fibres are bound into the material. If cutting orremoving asbestos cement sheeting care should be taken to minimiseexposure to airborne asbestos fibres. When working with this sheeting youmust comply with the Workcover Australia requirements. Removal ofasbestos cement sheeting entails a rigorous safety procedure.

Brick Growth Bricks undergo long-term permanent expansion over time. This expansioncontinues for the life of the brick, but the majority of the growth occurs earlyin its life. Most general purpose bricks have a coefficient of expansion in therange of 0.5-1.5mm/m (millimetres per metre) over fifteen years. Designerscan use the values of the coefficient of expansion to accommodate for thegrowth 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 outerleaf of brickwork as the external cladding. A cavity is formed, usually 40mmwide between the frame and the brickwork, which is fastened to the studswith metal or plastic ties. This type of construction gives an externalappearance of an all brick construction.

Concrete Slab Footing A concrete slab footing is one that covers a whole area on which a building isconstructed. The slab is concrete reinforced with steel sitting directly on thefoundation material.

Concrete Tiles Concrete tiles, unlike terracotta tiles, will not fret but will tend to loose theircolour and will support fungal growths. Fungal growths may change thecolour of the concrete tiles but do not cause any weakness or damage to thetiles.

Conventional Roof A timber, cut and pitched roof is the traditional way of roof construction. Allframeworks is erected on site piece by piece.

Corrugated SteelRoofing

By using corrugated steel sheeting as the roofing material, decking profilescan have quite a low pitch profile. Corrugated steel is highly water resistantwhen well maintained.

Damp Proof Course(DPC)

DPC is a barrier of impervious material built into a wall or pier to preventmoisture from moving to any part of the building. The DPC is built into base wall brickwork. It bridges brick skins and/or thebrick 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 Polythenesheet. It can also be used as a chemical mixed in the mortar.



Defects Major A defect of sufficient magnitude where rectification has to be carried out inorder to avoid unsafe conditions, loss of utility or further deterioration of theproperty.

Defects Minor Any Defect that is not major.Fibre Cement Sheeting Fibre cement products come about as a replacement for the widely used

"Asbestos Cement Sheeting" product manufactured by "James Hardie".Fretting 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 beglued or nail fixed to timber or metal framing and can be used to build a fireresistance rating in partitions and walls.

Lichen A growth often found on terracotta roof tiles. It is a symbiotic organism ofalgae and fungus. Experts believe it has minor damaging effect on the tilesbut may cause problems by diverting water flow over the tiles.

Metal Decking Metal decking should always be well maintained with a painted surface toavoid rust damage. Paint is not essential to prevent rust but the decking itselfis only minimally rust resistant. Metal decking comes in a variety of profiles.The strength of the decking is reliant on the thickness and profile, thereforesome of the decking can be walked on but some may buckle under suchpressure.

Mortar Bed The mortar, which holds the ridge capping in place, may crack due tomovement in the roof, the usual expansion and contraction, or by branchesfalling on the roof. It is important that the ridge capping be secured withmortar 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 ofairborne spores which are ever present in the atmosphere. Two things arenecessary for successful germination and subsequent growth of mould andfungus, they are; organic material and moisture. The will not commence withless than 20% moisture content. Generally building timbers should be from9% to 15% in use.

Pier and Strip Footing Pier and strip footing construction consists can be of brick, stone piers andwalls, or re-enforced concrete strip and mass concrete (no reinforcing) blobfootings. The whole structure is supported on these footings, which transferthe 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 acombination 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 toroof depending on the location of its use or the steepness of its slope (pitch).

Steel Lintels and ArchBars

A major problem with lintels is that they are exposed on the exterior of ahouse and, when made of steel, are prone to rust. If this is treated early - bycleaning, priming and painting - you will have few problems. If rust isadvanced, the lintel will swell, causing the brickwork to crack and eventuallycausing considerable damage. Galvanised steel lintels will outlast the primedmild-steel variety. Galvanised steel lintels may last up to 100 years withoutrequiring any maintenance against rust.



Terracotta Roof Tiles Terracotta Meaning ‘baked earth’ in Italian, is a natural clay product that hasbeen used throughout the ages for protection against the elements. The origin of clay roofing tile can be traced independently to two differentparts of the world: China, during the Neolithic Age, beginning around 10,000B.C.; and the Middle East, a short time later. From these regions, the use ofclay tile spread throughout Asia and Europe. Terracotta tiles, although brittle, are very permanent in resisting mosttemperate to hot weather conditions, however they may not be immune todamage from salt spray in coastal areas. Because of the brittleness of thesetiles, walking on them should be done with care or avoided completely ifpossible.

Timber Frame A timber frame house is clad internally and externally. The timber frame doesthe entire structural load bearing work, supporting the roof, ceiling and wallcladding.

Truss Roof A type of roof framing. They are very accurate, designed to stressrequirements and are supported only on the outside frames of a house.Trusses give few problems, but in aggressive environments it is worthchecking the nail plates for rust. If rust is found, treat it with anti-rust paint. Ifany of the cords (timber lengths) of a truss breaks or is damaged, the trusswill 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 ifattached to an existing backing such as sheet cladding or weatherboards, orthick PVC boards which are a cladding in their own right. Vinyls are colourfastand do not need repainting, but must be securely fixed. The thicker boardscan simply be nailed up in the same way as ordinary weatherboards. Theymay include an insulating backing.

Wet Rot Wet rot or decay is caused by excessive and continuous periods ofdampness that results in decomposition of the fibres. One of the mostcommon areas of the home to suffer from wet rot is the timber structureunder the shower or bath recess. This will occur if the water proofing of thebathroom is penetrated. To remedy this, the damaged timbers may need tobe replaced and the leaking area will need to be repaired. To prevent wet rotin all areas of the property, sub-floor timbers should be kept dry and externaltimbers should have paint maintained and the surrounding.


1.PAYMENT CONDITIONS 1.1 The Company will carry out the inspection and report ordered by the Client in accordance with this Agreementand 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 takingplace. 1.3 The Company requires 24 Business hours’ notice for cancellations or the Client will be charged the fullinspection 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 underthis Agreement, where such failure has been caused by inclement weather, industrial disturbance, inevitableaccident, 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 thepremises 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 theBuilding Elements as outlined in Appendix C of AS4349. 1-2007 except for Strata title properties where theinspection 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 theprevailing structural, soil and weather conditions at the time of the inspection. Prolonged periods of dry or wetweather 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 anyconversation that may take place between the Company or its Building Consultants and the Client. The Companystrongly 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 tocontact the Council, through the owner’s authorization, with regard to formalizing acknowledgment of thesestructures 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 thecondition 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 withthe building in the future. 3.3 The Report is prepared and presented, unless stated otherwise, under the assumption that the existing use ofthe 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 andreasonably access”). This means the Report will not extend to any areas where there were physical limitationswhich inhibit or prevent access and inspection, including but not limited to fixed ceilings, wall linings, floors coveredby floor coverings, fixtures, fittings and furniture containing clothes and other stored article/materials, thermalinsulation, 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 poolspecialist 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 thefollowing 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 andtime 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 andspecify its location. 4. LIMITATIONS 4.1 Areas where reasonable entry is denied to the Building Consultant, or where safe and reasonable access is notavailable, are excluded from and do not form part of, the inspection. Those areas may be the subject of anadditional 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 accordancewith the generally accepted practice at the time of construction and which has been maintained such that there hasbeen 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 itemsmay 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 itemslisted 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 immediateexterior of the particular unit requested to be inspected as detailed in Appendix B in AS4349. 1-2007. Therefore, itis 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 forthe 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 stronglyrecommended that the Client engages an electrician to check that the insulation has not been placed over lights orelectrical 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 windowsand doors in the property may not be safety glass. A glazier should be engaged to replace any glass in thewindows and doors which is not safety glass since glass which is not safety glass can cause serious injury topersons 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 withAS 4349. 3-1998 Timber Pest Inspections, by a fully qualified, licensed and insured Timber Pest Inspector. IfTimber 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 workingorder of electrical circuitry or appliances. If further investigations are required, it is recommended the Clientconsults 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 theinspection. 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 objectsincluding, 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 personalpossessions. 5.6.7 report on minor defects and imperfections. Minor defects are common to most properties and may includeminor blemishes, corrosion, cracking, weathering, general deterioration, unevenness, and physical damage tomaterials and finishes, such as de-silvering of mirrors. It is expected that defects of this type would be rectified aspart of normal ongoing property maintenance (although for all defects inspections, all minor and major defects willbe commented on). 5.6.8 guarantee that the property is free from defects or does not require maintenance. The Report may not coverall maintenance items, such as jamming doors, windows or catches, decorative finishes and hair-line or slightcracks. 5.6.9 disclose defects which have not yet arisen. Changes in usage can cause defects and any abuse of thepremises 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 tolandslip, 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 thathave been constructed too close to the boundaries in contravention of Local Government, State Government orFederal Government Regulations. It is strongly recommended that a survey of the property should be obtained bya 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 orabsence of asbestos will be provided. If during the course of the Inspection asbestos or materials containingasbestos 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 notedas present within the property then the Client agrees to seek advice from a qualified asbestos removal expert as tothe 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 forMould (Mildew) and non-wood decay fungi including no report on the presence or absence of Mould will beprovided. However, Mould and their spores may cause health problems or allergic reactions such as asthma anddermatitis in some people. If Mould is noted, it is recommended the Client seek the advice from your LocalCouncil, State or Commonwealth Government Health Department or a qualified expert such as an IndustryHygienist. 6. ESTIMATING DISCLAIMER 6.1 Any estimates provided in the Report are merely opinions of possible costs that could be encountered, basedon the knowledge and experience of the Building Consultant, and are not estimates in the sense of being acalculation of the likely costs to be incurred. The estimates are NOT a guarantee or quotation for work to be carriedout. The Company accepts no liability for any estimates provided throughout the report and where estimates areprovided, the Client agrees to obtain and rely on independent quotations for the same work.


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, incontract or tort, including for any loss, damage, cost or expense, whatsoever, suffered or incurred by any Personother than the Client, is accepted to any third party who may rely on the report wholly or in part. Any third partiesacting 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 sustainedmay 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 ResidentialProperty) Regulations 2004 the Report resulting from this Inspection may be passed to the purchaser as part of thesale process providing it is carried out not more than three months prior to listing and is not more than six monthsold. 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 allegednegligent act, error or omission on the Company's part or on the part of the Building Consultant conducting theinspection, 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 partymay 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 disputeor claim to the Institute of Arbitrators and Mediators of Australia who will appoint in Arbitrator who will resolve thedispute 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 toconditions such as payment of a further fee by the other Person and agreement from the other Person to complywith 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 theunauthorised provision or sale of the Report by the Client to a Person without the Company's express writtenpermission. 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 orsale 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 thatwas concealed by the owner of the building being inspected and the Client agrees to indemnify the Company forany failure to find such concealed defects.


11.3 Where the report recommends another type of inspection including an invasive inspection and report then theClient should have such an inspection carried out prior to the exchange of contracts or end of cooling-off period. Ifthe Client fails to follow the Company's recommendations then the Client agrees and accepts that they may suffer afinancial loss and indemnify the Company against all losses that the Client incurs resulting from the Client's failureto 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 bythe Building Consultant and the contents of the Report which the Company will provide the Client following theInspection. Acceptance Criteria: The building shall be compared with a building that was constructed in accordance with thegenerally accepted practice at the time of construction and which has been maintained such that there has been nosignificant 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 allowinspection within the scope of the inspection. Building Consultant means a person, employed by the Company and who is qualified and experiences toundertake 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 acharacteristic function. Client means the person(s) or other legal entity for which the inspection is to be carried out as listed on the frontpage of this Agreement. If ordered by the person(s)’s agent then it is agreed that the agent represents theperson(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 frontpage 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 avoidunsafe 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 structuralbuilding elements such as those that provide a level of personal protection such as handrails, floor-to-floor accesssuch 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 mainbuilding 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 BuildingConsultant’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 propertyto identify major defects to the building structure and to form an opinion regarding the general condition of thestructure 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 movingfurniture 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 theconditions encountered at the time of the inspection. The inspector shall also determine whether sufficient space isavailable to allow safe access. The inspection shall include only accessible areas and areas that are within theinspector’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 forany 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 ofthe inspection. 2. The Company also does a number of Other Inspections and Reports which include;

AREA ACCESS HOLE CRAWL SPACE HEIGHTRoof 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


Documents

Defects Inspection Report - Building Inspection