The Civil Law ACT does not require items of a cosmetic or minor maintenance matters to be included in the report as it is predominantly a structural report. Therefore ACTNOW Inspect will not always mention these issues, but may do so in a manner of good will.
ACTNOW Inspect can only comment on areas that are fully accessible and visible to the inspector on the day of inspection and therefore cannot be held responsible for any defects in these areas. The inspector will not dismantle, remove, move, or break objects and furniture or conduct any other invasive procedures.
The timber pest report covers the discovery/non discovery of infestation and or damage caused by termites, borers of seasoned timber & wood decay fungi present at the time of inspection. The inspection does not cover any other pests eg, insects, rodents etc.
ACTNOW Inspect are not required to inspect smoke detectors, gas fittings, airconditioners, swimming pools, fireplaces, chimneys & appliances. ACTNOW Inspect may comment on these items, however cannot be held responsible for the accuracy of reporting on such items or the omission of reporting on such items
The Energy Efficiency Rating is calulated by the information taken on the date/time of inspection.
ACTNOW Inspect are required by law to order a Building Conveyancing Enquiry from ACTPLA which provides the required documents and copies of plans for the residence. A careful study of these documents will enable ACTNOW Inspect to complete the Compliance Certificate for the property.
Payment is to be made prior to the release of the reports, unless otherwise arranged with the ACTNOW Inspect office
The Completed report will be made available on-line for the nominated agent & solicitor to view through a secure connection
A cancellation fee will apply if plans have already been ordered from the ACT Planning Authority (ACTPLA). This fee will only be to cover the expense that will have already been charged to ACTNOW Inspect. An additional $50 cancellation fee will apply if the inspection is cancelled on the same day of inspection.
