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Meth Testing: Hidden Risks in Canberra Rental Properties

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For property investors, landlords, and property managers in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), keeping a profitable real estate portfolio means being watchful about managing risks. When looking at a potential rental property in Canberra, buying a townhouse in Belconnen, or handling a multi-unit property in Gungahlin, usual checks focus on what’s easy to see. Landlords […]

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As-Built Surveys Canberra | Verifying Unapproved Structures

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The Australian Capital Territory (ACT) property market operates within one of the strictest centralized regulatory environments in Australia. It is directly manage by Access Canberra and the ACT Planning System (EPSDD), with every property link to a specific Crown Lease. Commercial buyers, investors, and asset managers often discover costly problems where the actual layout of

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Hidden Water Leaks: How Inspectors Find What You Can’t See

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Water ingress is one of the biggest threats a property can face. It’s different from sudden plumbing leaks that cause immediate flooding in a room. Hidden water leaks work quietly behind walls, under tiles, and inside building structures. Often, by the time a homeowner sees something like a slight color change on the ceiling or

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Laser Scanning vs Traditional Building Inspections Canberra

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The Australian building inspection industry is going through a big change with technology. For many years, people in the property development, commercial buying, asset management, and residential construction industries relied only on old methods. These included a clipboard, a flashlight, a moisture meter, and a good eye. While these visual and manual techniques are still

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Professional infographic explaining risk mitigation for mandatory pre-sale disclosures in the ACT including building reports and contracts.

Selling in Canberra? Mitigate Risk Under ACT Pre-Sale Laws

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The Australian Capital Territory (ACT) is still one of the most tightly controlled property markets in the country in 2026. The Mandatory Pre-Sale Disclosures have radically changed how homeowners in Canberra and Googong prepare for a sale. A building inspection is no longer a good idea, it’s a legal shield. For sellers the name of

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Professional guide on how to prepare your property for a building inspection in Canberra and Googong, featuring a modern home with a pool and 2026 inspection standards.

How to Prepare Your Property for a Building Inspection Canberra

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Selling a home in Canberra or Googong is a big decision. Whether you’re a homeowner or someone selling a property, the building inspection report is often the key moment that decides whether the  sale goes through. A good report can lead to a great sale price, but a bad one could result in buyers  backing out or even another buyer getting in before you. This 2026 guide covers everything you need to know how to make prepared your property for a building inspection in Canberra or ACT. And make sure that your property passes inspection with ease.  1:

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Slab heave educational guide for Googong homeowners explaining waffle pod slabs and moisture management by Straight Up Inspections.

Why “Slab Heave” is the Silent Enemy of Googong Homeowners

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The dream of homeownership in Googong often starts with the promise of a modern, sustainable  lifestyle in a vibrant new community.  However, beneath the pristine lawns and contemporary facades of any new builds lies a geological challenge any causing sleepless nights for many: slab heave. At StraightUp Inspections, we specialize in providing comprehensive digital reports that specialize in providing comprehensive  digital reports that go beyond the surface. We understand that in the ACT and NSW regions,

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