Nightingale Property Inspections will be carrying out all property inspection services as usual, until further notice. During strict lockdown periods we will carefully monitor all requirements communicated from the Western Australian Government and will work closely with real estate agents to ensure that any inspections that must be delayed in Read more…
Electrical, plumbing and other inspections when buying a house in Western Australia. Most home-buyers understand the importance of arranging a pre-purchase structural building inspection and a timber pest inspection when buying a house. However some home-buyers are also concerned about other features and systems of the home such as electrical Read more…
Do you own your home and rent out a room or two to housemates? If you’re claiming their rent as income then you could benefit from a tax depreciation schedule and claim some worthwhile deductions at tax time each year! A tax depreciation schedule could save you thousands of dollars Read more…
Property Maintenance Inspections Do you own a home or an investment property and want to know about: the current condition of the property? how to maintain your property’s safety, functionality, appearance and value? what maintenance issues or repairs should be prioritised now and in the year ahead to maintain the Read more…
So, What’s a structural defect anyway? If you’re about to buy a house, it’s really important that you understand exactly what the standard REIWA building inspection clause means. Read on for more… When you make an offer on a house, it’s likely that you’ll be presented with a standard real Read more…
Keep your best (furry) friends safe and happy in your new home. It’s back by popular demand! Our Nightingale Property Inspections Pet Inspection Checklist can be downloaded for FREE at the link below. It’s a guide that we encourage all pet owners to check off when looking for a new Read more…
Do you own a rental property anywhere in the Southwest? A house, apartment or holiday rental? A tax depreciation schedule could save you upwards of $15,000 in the first year on a residential investment property! A tax depreciation schedule will help to ensure that you are maximising your cash return Read more…
Insert Image WA’s new OSH Regulations came into effect on Tuesday 15th May 2018. Tradespeople are now required, by law (new OSH regulations 3.59A and 3.59B), to switch the mains power off to the home before entering the ceiling space to any domestic-type building. This applies to those working in service trades such as Read more…