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Inspect My Home Townsville

Locality: Kirwan

Phone: +61 7 4773 2294

Address: 651 Ross River Road 4817 Kirwan, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.inspectmyhome.com.au/townsville-building-pest-inspections.html

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25.01.2022 Cockroaches - These guys love to seek shelter in warm, moist areas with readily available food sources. Managing your environment to stop cockroaches from establishing and breeding in your home is the key to reducing population growth. -Seal cracks... -Repair leaks -Clean surfaces of crumbs and food residue, encouraging cockroaches to eat from cockroach baits -Get an annual General Spray administered to the internal and immediate external of your property to kill any active cockroaches, spiders, ants and silverfish. Call us if you require a General Spray to help protect your home.

25.01.2022 To our valued clients, We are happy to continue to provide your building and pest inspection services, and are adhering to all public health and safety precautions as advised by authorities. Our inspectors are practicing meticulous personal hygiene, and social distancing practices during and between inspections to ensure the safety of all of our clients, staff and members of the public. Please be advised you may still attend inspections, and where you can not/choose not to attend then our inspectors will follow up with a phone call to explain reported findings. We wish you and your family good health, stay safe during these times.

25.01.2022 Here is a list of all the suburbs/towns we service within our region. Get in touch with us today to carry out any of our building and pest inspections and treatments! Book online or call now https://www.inspectmyhome.com.au/townsville-building-inspec

22.01.2022 Home Owner Tip #101 Mature trees next to the house can create privacy and shade, but there are some risks associated.. When planting trees in your yard, consider their mature height, the leaves they shed and the location in proximity to the house. Having trees close to the building can lead to problems such as: - leaves blocking gutters and downpipes... - trees falling onto the house - tree roots undermining the building footings and plumbing services. - branches / foliage touching the house can create an opportunity for potential termite entry See more

22.01.2022 Week 7 Update: Really excited to see our RedCross Bushfire Appeal total grow to $2,300.00 after another busy week for our inspectors. One more week to go for the final tally of two months donations toward helping affected Aussies.... Hope everyone in Townsville is enjoying their wet weekend!

22.01.2022 Weve noticed a spike in the presence of termites in the properties weve inspected over the last couple of weeks. Here are some doozies weve come across inside, underneath and in the gardens of several different properties in the past week We urge you to have a look around your house for any signs of activity - termites are extremely active in these damp, humid weather conditions. Call us with any questions, feel free to send us any pictures of concern, or engage us to come out to your property to carry out a full timber pest inspection.

22.01.2022 Home Buyer Tips: What to look out for during an Open Home this weekend.. https://www.inspectmyhome.com.au//6-things-to-check-in-an/

21.01.2022 Nice start to the day first job Magnetic island.

21.01.2022 Yes - we install chemical termite barriers! A chemical treatment is the most common treatment type available for subterranean termites. The goal of a subterranean termite chemical treatment is to establish a continuous termiticide barrier between the termite colony (usually in the soil) and timber in a building. This is done by placing termiticide in the soil around the foundation elements to provide a barrier preventing termites from entering the structure. Technicians trench the soil and inject termiticide beneath it. This creates a protective barrier around the property and has a life expectancy of up to 8 years. Call us for a free quote today on 4773 2294.

21.01.2022 Christmas is just around the corner and what a year it has been for us Townsvilleans! You still have time to book your annual pest inspection combined with a general spray before Christmas and to start the New Year afresh!

21.01.2022 Too accurate not to share

20.01.2022 A string line in the beginning mightve helped..

20.01.2022 General Maintenance Tip of the Week ** Check sealants and grouts to all wet areas i.e bathroom, toilet, laundry, kitchen splashbacks. Deteriorated or poorly applied sealants can cause leaking and lead to underlying timber rot and decay.

20.01.2022 We get asked all too often about thorough reports and what a building/pest report entails. See here why our clients opt for our services and know exactly what to expect from their building and pest inspection. https://www.inspectmyhome.com.au/sample-reports.html

20.01.2022 This map shows the risk of termite activity in Australia, with Townsville producing red hot property!! (pun intended) Call us for your recommended annual termite inspection, and keep up to date with your property maintenance before the termites move in. Also ask about long term solutions for property protection against termite attack - we are most happy to provide an obligation free chemical barrier quote. Call our office on 4773 2294 to enquire today.

19.01.2022 During building & pest inspections we often find damage and decay due to moisture, which can often be prevented with good house maintenance practices. Leaky roofs, roof gutters, and plumbing can cause compromise to building materials, not to mention provide an attractive food source for termites. To minimise damage and decay to timber structures and other building components, you should pay regular attention to: - Leaky plumbing - Downpipes dispersing away from the building -... Ensure paintwork / sealants are intact - Presence of mould Good maintenance practices will help add value to your home when you choose to sell! See more

18.01.2022 We definitely come across some sights when inspecting roof voids. The owner of this property was extremely fortunate not to have lost their home to a fire. We cannot stress enough the importance of not covering your down lights with insulation. Book an inspection today.

18.01.2022 General Maintenance Tip of the week- Avoid having timbers, posts, stairs, cladding etc. in direct contact with the ground. This will help reduce the risk of termites and timber rot.

18.01.2022 Week 5: RedCross Bushfire Appeal total to date is now $1520.00! Were excited to see how much we can raise for a worthy cause! Three weeks to go...

17.01.2022 Wow, can you believe it! We are now at $1,900.00...and still another 2 weeks to go!Wow, can you believe it! We are now at $1,900.00...and still another 2 weeks to go!

17.01.2022 When you climb onto the roof during an inspection and look up to see this sleepy guy what a lucky start to the day for Brett!

17.01.2022 Moisture and water discharge from Air Conditioners and downpipes can cause footing movement and attract termite activity. It is good building practice to divert all drainage at least one metre away from the building.

15.01.2022 UPDATE: After a tally of this weeks inspections, the total monetary donations for the Red Cross bushfire appeal is now at $880.00 with five weeks to go. Woohoo!

15.01.2022 Is your house ready to hit the market? We offer home owners Pre-sale Building & Pest inspections to help you understand or rectify any items noted about your property's current state, and also how those findings/rectifications might influence potential buyers. Ask us for a quote on a pre-sale inspection today

15.01.2022 Do you have a termite management system in place? Keep on top of your termite inspections to avoid paying thousands of $$$ due to termite damage! Call us today, 4773 2294

15.01.2022 Whether youre buying, selling, or renovating it pays to be familiar with legal ceiling height requirements in Australia. This picture below provides a quick reference to help you better understand the acceptable heights of rooms and spaces. You can read more in the National Construction Code 2019 Building Code of Australia- Volume Two. https://ncc.abcb.gov.au//3822-Height-Of-Rooms-And-Other-Sp

14.01.2022 A Friday Fact: "Gardens around the house can attract termites". These big boys were found around the base of a house in Cranbrook this week . Tip: Keep gardens at least 1 metre away from your house

14.01.2022 Drum roll... this weeks inspections will contribute a further $340 to the Red Cross bushfire appeal, adding to the previous tally of $880 bringing the total to $1220!! Four weeks to go!

14.01.2022 Its not too late to book your last minute inspections before Christmas so call us now!Its not too late to book your last minute inspections before Christmas so call us now!

13.01.2022 "I want a professional inspection and opinion of the property Im purchasing, what does your Building report outline?" Our reports will identify the following, but are not limited to: - Defect Assessment: identified structural damage, defects in construction, conditions conducive to structural damage, and a summary of the overall condition of the propertys current state. -Recommendations: comments regarding rectification and repairs, and referral to appropriate professions f...or further evaluation if deemed necessary I.e engineers, electricians, plumbers, carpenters etc. We include photos and comments of any identified defects both major and minor, see our sample report below. We are more than happy to have a chat over the phone to discuss your concerns prior to arranging a Building & Pest Inspection - just call 4773 2294! https://www.inspectmyhome.com.au//SAMPLE-BUILDING-REPORT.p

13.01.2022 Port of Townsville this morning, Pea soup anyone? Slow boat to Magnetic Island this morning.

13.01.2022 A cockroach plague is predicted to hit Australia this summer ...!!!!! Call us to arrange your home to be treated with a General Spray (cockroaches, spiders, ants and silverfish) and chat to us about your pest control needs on 4773 2294.

11.01.2022 Looks like Kirwan takes the cake for top sales! Where is your next potential property located? We service the greater Townsville region and have availability from early next week so give us a call- well take your calls over the weekend too!

11.01.2022 Upon inspection of this roof void, we didnt expect to find the range hood exhaust to be in a finished state dispersing heat, fumes and grease within the roof space A little extra effort to redirect the duct out of the roof space would see this installation completed to a satisfactory level and eliminate the risk of fire.

10.01.2022 The things we have to do to make a living, its a hard life in NQ

09.01.2022 That's a wrap on 2020! The IMH Townsville team wishes you a very Merry Christmas & a prosperous New Year!! We will remain contactable by phone and email over the Christmas break and will resume inspections on Monday 4th January 2021.

08.01.2022 Hooray its Friday, first job for the day is at Gold city Charters Towers. I love north Queensland, where else would you rather be?

08.01.2022 Inspect My Home Townsville pledged to donate a small sum from every building and pest inspection booked in January and February to the Red Cross Bushfire Appeal. It has been difficult to fathom the loss and despair suffered from our southern Australian mates, and we feel any contribution to disaster relief and recovery will help to rebuild over the coming weeks, months and years. Today we contributed $2700 to this appeal! We couldnt be more thankful for your community support, every little bit counts

07.01.2022 BUSHFIRE RELIEF APPEAL Inspect My Home Townsville sends their heartfelt sorrows to all those impacted by the devastating bushfires. In support of our fellow Aussies that are doing it tough, we pledge to donate $20 from every building & pest inspection and $10 from every combined pest inspection & general spray carried out during the months of January and February toward the Red Cross Bushfire Appeal. Keep posted weekly of funds raised on our Facebook page, and see the link below if you would also like to make a contribution to this charity. https://www.redcross.org.au//disaster-relief-and-recovery-

06.01.2022 First job for the day was in beautiful Cardwell by the sea. If you are looking to buy a home, call us to ensure there are no hidden nasties. We inspect from Bowen to Cardwell, Magnetic Island to Charters Towers and all areas in between.

02.01.2022 Inspect My Home Townsville is pleased to advise that since last Wednesday 8th of January up to close of business Friday 17th we have set aside $580.00 to contribute toward the Red Cross bushfire relief fund. We thankyou for your continued support as we build this total over the next six weeks. Keep posted weekly of funds raised on our Facebook page, and see the link below if you would also like to make a contribution to this charity. https://www.redcross.org.au//disaster-relief-and-recovery-

02.01.2022 From all of us at Inspect My Home Townsville we would like to wish our family, friends, colleagues, past & future clients a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! May you be surrounded by all the things that bring Christmas cheer. Our office will close for the Christmas / New Year break from the afternoon of Tuesday 24th December 2019 and will re-open on Wednesday 8th January 2020.

02.01.2022 Dont forget we also install termite chemical barriers as the more permanent solution to protect your property against termite attack. Call now to book your obligation free barrier quote.

02.01.2022 Building cracks. How serious are they? We have owners concerned about cracking to their properties so the following CSIRO chart is how we classify damage with reference to walls: ** Hairline cracks (<0.1 mm) - damage category 0.... **Fine cracks which do not need repair (<1 mm) - damage category 1. **Cracks can be repaired and possibly a small amount of wall will need to be replaced. Doors and windows stick. Service pipes can fracture. Weathertightness often impaired (<5 mm) - damage category 2. **Cracks can be repaired and possibly a small amount of wall will need to be replace. Doors and windows stick. Service pipes can fracture. Weathertightness often impaired (5-15mm, or a number of cracks 3mm or more in one group) - damage category 3. **Extensive repair work involving breaking-out and replacing sections of walls, especially over doors and windows. Window and door frames distort. Walls lean or bulge noticeably, some loss of bearing in beams. Service pipes disrupted (15-25mm but also depends on number of cracks) - damage category 4.

02.01.2022 Gardens like this (abutting the house, woodchip throughout, damp soil) certainly make for an attractive food source and an ideal habitat for termites. Because of the proximity, termites may then enter your property if it is unprotected or there is a breach in the protection system e.g foliage touching exterior above ground level. It may be worthwhile considering your garden configuration or calling us regarding termite protection systems and how we can help you keep the termites away!