Termite inspection

Discussion in 'Property Management' started by Sady.Sydney, 30th Aug, 2021.

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  1. Sady.Sydney

    Sady.Sydney Well-Known Member

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    I bought brand new townhouse in QLD 2 years ago. I just received a notice for termite annual warranty inspection.

    Didn't complete it last year and never received a notice either last year.

    Should it be completed? I am not sure whether it is responsibility of body corporate so will appreciate guidance here.

    Asking price is $165.
     
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  2. Michael Mitchell

    Michael Mitchell Property Manager Business Member

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    If periodic inspections are required for the validity of your warranty than I would be thinking yes it would be in your best interest to follow those instructions.

    Info about the common property in body corp and non-common property etc:

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    src: Maintenance issues not specifically covered in the Act | Your rights, crime and the law | Queensland Government (www.qld.gov.au)
     
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  3. Tom Rivera

    Tom Rivera Property Manager Business Member

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    As long as they don't find existing termite incursion or damage, you should be warranted moving forwards despite the missing inspection.

    I personally think these are a bit of a rort, but they're also the only way to maintain the warranty protection.

    Termite damage is completely uninsurable, and one of only a few issues that can completely condemn a property- so it bears some serious thought.
     
    Tom Rivera, 30th Aug, 2021
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