If you’re looking to purchase a new home or perhaps an investment property, you would have considered a Building and Pest Inspection. When looking at an older property or apartment blocks, it may be worthwhile considering a more in-depth inspection of the Plumbing and Electrics of the property, to give you additional peace of mind?
Peace of mind as a landlord
The additional Plumbing and Electrical inspections can prevent financial heartache later when major plumbing and electrical problems are found once you or your tenants have moved in. By conducting a pre-purchase preventive maintenance check, you will ensure your investment will function effectively by increasing in value during every growth cycle and should you rent it out, attracting good quality and happy tenants.
Peace of mind with older properties
Particularly with older homes such as Queenslanders, we see equipment and wiring breaking down gradually, hidden problems such as tree roots in drainage systems and of course, the Plumbing and Electrical Australian Standards changing, meaning upgrades are required.
RTL Trades Plumbing and Electrical Inspections
RTL Trades Pre Purchase Property Electrical and Plumbing Inspections are aimed at investors and first home buyers and work very much like a builder’s report.
If something has been flagged by the Building and Pest Inspector, RTL Trades have a team of experienced and licenced Plumbers and Electricians with the correct equipment. Providing a non-bias and in-depth inspection, a report is provided which details the issues and potential subsequent quote/s to repair any issues found. Which could allow you to renegotiate with the seller before you sign the contract.
What’s involved in the additional Plumbing and Electrical inspections?
A thorough inspection of the Electrics and Plumbing, Inspections are conducted by qualified, experienced and licenced professionals, providing you with a detailed report of any immediate or future costs to rectify any issues:
Identify and advise on any non-compliant and/or dangerous DIY Electrical or Plumbing
Check incoming mains, main switchboard and safety switches
Ensure compliance is met with Plumbing and Electrical Australian Standards
Advise on any power saving or water-saving ideas
Advise of the age and life expectancy on the current hot water unit
Electrical checks on faulty switches and wiring to ensure there are no faults.
Evaluate whether or not there is sufficient electrical service
Check for any outdated Electrical or Plumbing fixtures.
Provide on the spot advice and timely quotes for rectification.
In conclusion
For the safety of you and your family or the safety and reassurance of your tenant, it’s clear to see why spending a little extra on Pre-Purchase Plumbing and Electrical Inspections is worthwhile. It may save you much more in the future, including your lives.
The Electrical Safety Office of Queensland is encouraging Pre-Purchase Electrical Inspections to assist buyers to identify if a property is safe and complies with all electrical legislation. “We are promoting these inspections to assist buyers in avoiding costly and unsafe issues, to act as a deterrent to dangerous and illegal DIY work, and to encourage homeowners to commit to better maintenance practices.”
About the Author - RTL Trades
RTL Trades, established originally as ‘RTL Plumbing’ over 70 years ago in 1948, have an experienced and professional team of 40+ professional and licensed Plumbers, Gasfitters, Electricians, Handymen and Roofers. Proudly providing our services across South East Queensland.
Contact: www.rtltrades.com.au / 1300 000 (RTL) 785 / sales@rtltrades.com.au