Acknowledgement
By requesting a booking for this Service, you (the Client) acknowledge that you are requesting that We (ACTNOW Rapid Reports ABN: 89 168 796 594) undertake a Pre-Settlement Inspection (Inspection) and produce a report on the Property. By proceeding to payment the Client acknowledges they have read and understood these Terms and Conditions and agree to accept them.
Purpose of the Pre-Settlement Inspection (the Inspection)
The purpose of the Inspection is to provide a report to the Client about the condition of the Property at the time of Inspection. It is a snapshot of the Property on the day of Inspection only.
The Inspection includes a visual assessment of Property to identify serviceability and functionality of the Property. The items inspected includes, but are not limited to
- All paintwork/painted surfaces
- Kitchen joinery
- Taps – for function, leaking, water hammer
- Sinks – for leaking and draining
- Dishwasher function
- Ovens, stoves, and kitchen appliances
- Toilets – for flushing
- Shower recess for function, drainage, shower screen
- Ceiling and exhaust fans
- Air conditioners
- Hot water service
- Ducted heaters and heating services
- Light fixtures, power outlets
- Doors and door locks
- Windows and window locks
- Balcony – handrail, tiling, drainage
What the Inspection is not
This Inspection does not comment on or deal with:
- structural damage or defects
- conditions conducive to structural damage or defects
- undetectable safety hazards
- energy efficiency, insulation, fire safety ratings, sustainable development provisions or the like
- compliance with any local government or other regulatory authority which are responsible for legal, planning and other regulatory factors
- the work of a building surveyor or building certifier who is responsible for issuing any and all compliance certificates
- building contract compliance
- strata by laws or regulations
- common areas or facilities in unit developments or apartments
- the adequacy or fit for purpose of soft floor coverings, lighting, paint finishing and other materials or appliances included in the client specifications
- identification of health or other biohazards such as the presence of mould or asbestos
- functionality or compliance of mechanical services, electrical, plumbing or gas systems
- functionality or appropriateness of automated systems such as alarms, smoke detectors, heating and cooling units, communications, information technology, garage doors and gates and their associated fittings
- pools, landscaping features and related equipment
- presence of timber pests
Liability and use
The Inspection report is a snapshot of the condition of the property on the day of inspection only. A Pre Settlement Inspection Report is not a warranty or an insurance policy.