Questions You Must Ask Your Building Inspector with Peter Masia

Not all property is what it seems to be. It may look perfect and
attractive, but there could be underlying issues that may become
a problem in the long run.


Building inspectors can see more of a property’s quality than the
average person. From pests, structural faults and dampness
levels, they help buyers make informed decisions on whether a
property is worth buying or not.     


In this episode, we’re joined by retired building and pest
inspector Peter Masia, as we dive deep into the
questions that first time home buyers must ask their building
inspectors. We’ll talk about common building faults (pests, damp
and lipstick on a pig), what should be a deal-breaker vs. what’s
normally found in reports and everything else we should be aware
of (that could affect the property in the future).


So prepare to take notes and tune in to this episode!


 


Episode Highlights:
Why home buyers should get a building inspection
[03:25] No building is perfect
[06:39] The things that commonly show up in old
weatherboard houses [08:22] The right questions to
ask your building inspector [16:12] What happens
when dampness and mould are not attended to
[20:57] Condensation in single brick properties
[24:49] Paint and renders serve as protection from
damp [28:53]  The limitations of building and
pest inspections [30:44] Real deal-breakers to
watch out for [32:54] The types of crack to worry
about, and not [37:49] Things that commonly show
up in timber buildings [44:37] Fire safety and
hazards in buildings [46:00] Don’t be afraid to
ask your building inspector any question you may have
[48:26]

 


About Peter:


Peter Masia is a former building and pest
inspector, building designer and MBA accredited building
consultant, with over 45 years in the property industry. He is
also well known to listeners of ABC Radio Sydney for sharing his
technical expertise building and property-related matters in a
popular Saturday morning talk-back program called "The Woodies".


 


Links From The Show:


Peter’s Website
(https://www.petermasia.com.au/)



 


Connect With Us:


Home Buyer Academy Website
(https://www.homebuyeracademy.com.au/)



 


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