Category: Building Defect Examples

Building Reports that pay for themselves

We inspect many dozens of roofs per year

We inspect many dozens of roofs per year, and almost always find workmanship that needs to be followed up and rectified.


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Negligent join in a roof sheets leaking

Negligent join in a roof sheets now leaking. This poor workmanship need prompt rectification.


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Subfloor joists measure maximum moisture

1 year old subfloor joists now measure maximum moisture meter reading. This will result in rot and expensive repairs if not rectified early.


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Subfloor timber in contact with the brickwork

Subfloor timber in contact with the brickwork. No termite shields means it is vulnerable to attack resulting in very expensive rectification. This work does not comply with building codes, and is a serious defect.


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Spray testing large window units

Spray testing large window units with two industrial fans to duplicate wind and rain.


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Leaking sliding glass door

Investigating a leaking sliding glass door can be complicated, so use moisture detectors to track down the core issues.


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Incorrect rooftop membrane

Incorrect rooftop membrane is now emulsifying. This can cause major leak issues and is an expensive defect to fix, so you want to know about it ASAP and arrange rectification.


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Faulty repairs to roof vent pipe

Poorly executed repairs to roof vent pipe just cause more leaks and problems.


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Fluorescence salts seeping out of stairs

Fluorescence salts seeping out of stairs are a problem that we can advise on.


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Sewer stack new building is leaking

Sewer stack in brand new building is leaking due to unprofessional work. This simple should not happen!


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