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Detecting Termite Damage: The Value of a Skilled Building Inspector
by Gavin Godfrey
16 May 2024
In a recent news article, a Gold Coast family shared their distressing experience purchasing a home plagued by undisclosed termite damage. This story emphasizes the vital role that a diligent building inspector plays in safeguarding buyers from such costly surprises.
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Gold Coast family say seller disclosure laws could have stopped them buying termite-damaged home - ABC News
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