Flooring Inspection and Common Floor Problems

Posted on 14.09.2021
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International Olympic Committee has announced Brisbane, Queensland, Australia to be a host for 2032 Summer Olympic Games.

This news has spiked huge interest for Brisbane City and surrounding areas. In particular, there was a high demand increase in the Brisbane property market. In addition, Queensland has enjoyed an influx of domestic migration from other states throughout COVID-19. Considering this information, we can expect more buyers will be searching for new homes and apartments, and as a result, the will be more home inspection requests.

When it comes to a home inspection usually potential buy will arrange a few different inspectors to check the property for its current conditions.
In most cases, customers would invite Roofing companies, Handyman services, Pool people, and Flooring tradesmen. All of them will inspect the property and provide buyers with relevant reports in their field of expertise. 

We have outlined a few key points for common floor problems that you need to keep in mind during the property inspection 

Common Floor Problems Identified During Residential and Commercial Property Inspection

damaged floor

When you visit a home, everything looks great and you are impressed with the hardwood flooring covered with floor mats. Hardwood floors look elegant and you decide to buy them only to find later that the floor is squeaky. Flood is the crucial foundation for commercial or residential buildings. They are made from tiles, timber, carpet, marble, tiles, and more. 

Flooring is available in a variety of types and can certainly add to any interior’s ambiance. Even the best-looking floors will hide flaws, which are not obvious to untrained eyes. You need to be aware of the flaws in the flooring when you buy a home. Sound flooring is essential for the integrity of the entire structure.

Floor damage is not visible all the time. On the outside, the surface looks appealing. The serious damages are often concealed underneath. Several flooring issues can be resolved during the installation and finish phases 

Problems can arise due to improper application techniques, surrounding environmental factors, use of improper tools, and finish contamination. Sometimes before curing floor mats were placed disallowing chemicals to correctly evaporate causing the finish to improperly dry. Besides the floor mats, rubber backing and floor finish underwent a chemical reaction.

Therefore, before buying it is advised to have a building inspection because it saves plenty of money and trouble down the road. The common floor issues identified during residential and commercial property inspections include.

Uneven floor

It is a common occurrence to even the best-constructed buildings. Over time building foundations can sink because of the terrain it stands or extreme moisture in the soil. There can even be other reasons like extreme natural calamities like heavy rainfall or flood. Uneven flooring can even be a construction phase error. It can be due to the structure of the foundation that did not settle properly. 

Uneven floors indicate structural damage, so check the property thoroughly before buying. Uneven floors are possibly concealed via refurbishments, so plan a professional house inspection to assess the range of flooring issues.

Sinking floors

If the building is old then you can come across sinking floors. On the outside, the property looks refurbished and brand new but floors may have lost their integrity. Floors sag as they age due to moisture that weakens the foundation making the flooring subside. Hardwood or timber flooring can sink because of termite infestation. The pests generally survive in timber and weaken them from inside out. There may be an instant need for pest control measures if floor sinking is due to termites. In old properties, floor sinking is a common issue.

Squeaky floors

Squeaky flooring also indicates property damage that must not be ignored. Unsecured sub-floor structure is the common cause that leads to squeaky floors. It can be resolved but professional home inspection allows you to evaluate the urgency to fix the squeaking floor issue of the property you plan to buy. 

Before you commit to the major investment in your life, it is necessary to feel assured that you are getting money's worth. Home inspectors are trained and they can find other issues besides flooring vulnerabilities. There can be issues in the roofing material or drainage sloping or electrical wiring or plumbing issues that can cost you significantly in repairs. 

It is wise to organize a building inspection for a residential or commercial property you plan to invest in! 

Talk to flooring experts now. 

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