Inspections

Cork Construction & Consultancy inspectors carry out inspections in strict accordance with Australian standard AS 4349.1.

Areas inspected are:

• Gardens & Landscaping - Site and surface drainage, retaining walls, fences. (within a 20 metre radius of dwelling on rural or acreage properties)
• Roof space - Framing , Insulation, Water leaks, sagging ceilings.
• Roof exterior – Condition roof materials, flashings, gutters & down pipes.
• Interior - Walls and ceilings for cracking, bulging and visible defects. Doors, windows, cabinets and cupboards, floors.
• Bathrooms and Wet areas- Wall and floor tiling, water leaks, sealants, taps and fittings.
• Sub floors( where applicable ) – Dampness, drainage, ventilation, piers, evidence of water leaks under wet areas, termite damage, decay.
• Dwelling exterior – Cladding, brickwork, eave soffits, pergolas, verandahs and decks, handrails carports.
• Garages sheds (within a 20 metre radius of dwelling on rural or acreage properties)

Timber Pest Reports

Research shows that 1 in 3 homes will experience termite damage and infestation during the course of its life. This is why it is vital that your potential new property be fully inspected for termite and Borer activity and damage.
Cork Construction & Consultancy will conduct a through inspection of all accessible areas of the property in strict accordance with Australian standard AS 4349.3.

Areas inspected include but not limited to:

• Gardens, fences, trees ( within a 20 metre radius of dwelling on rural or acreage properties)
• Sheds
• Pergolas, Carports
• Subfloors,
• Dwelling interior,
• Roof space.

The report will also highlight any potential risk areas and or treatment requirements.

Methods used in detecting termite Activity and or damage.

1. Visual – Our expertly trained and highly experienced inspectors are well trained in spotting any evidence of termite activity and or damage.
2. Sound Testing ( insert photo) - All timber mouldings are sound tested by use of a tapper ( insert photo) This lets the inspector listen for any irregularities in the timberwork, ie drummy sound. Often the tapper will simply go thru any damaged timber alerting the inspector to a problem. This is done to detect termite damage as well as dry rot/decay. This method is also used in the Building inspection on tiled floors to alert the inspector to loose and or drummy tiles also for decay in fascias/ mouldings and rust to gutters.
3. Moisture meter testing ( Insert photo ) – Electronic moisture meters are used on internal walls to identify any water leaks or possible termite nests in walls. Moisture to walls will encourage termite activity.
4. Thermal imaging ( insert photos ) – Thermal imaging cameras are used to detect any termite activity, nests and or structural damage to dwelling.