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Issues and Hazards

HCS roof space leaking roof

Moisture (224)

windows double hung window requiring refurbishment

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asbestos cement roof cladding with moss

Health and safety (95)

HCS roof damaged translucent sheet

Wind (45)

HCS inside house ceiling stain

Stains (37)

earthquake crack unreinforced concrete slab

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Issues and Hazards Issues

Plywood cladding – surface checking

Listed under: Cladding, Exterior, Walls, Moisture, Wall cladding
EIFS – water entry and deterioration of parapet

Listed under: Exterior, Moisture, Leaks, Exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS), Parapets
Soffits – cracks in sheet linings

Listed under: Exterior, Walls, Earthquakes, Soffits

Timber trims – bubbling or blistering of paint

Listed under: Cladding, Exterior, Walls, Moisture, Wall cladding
Sheet membrane roofing springy or spongy to walk on

Listed under: Cladding, Walls, Moisture, Roof, Timber and wood-based
Balustrades and barriers – water entry/deterioration of solid balustrade

Listed under: Exterior, Moisture, Leaks, Plaster and fibrous plaster, Weathertightness

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