Just stack it on the bricks, that should do!!!

Timber pest damaged ceiling joist has been caused by the Lyctid Powderpost Beetle. This damage was discovered in the roof space at the opposite end of the house from the man hole and was only discovered because the inspector did actually inspect the roof space.

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During a Pre-Purchase inspection in Tasmania, the inspector noted springy and uneven floors throughout the new extension at the rear of the 1950's built weatherboard home. The floor framing was made up of second hand materials, the structural supports varied from timber props standing on the dirt and loosely stacked bricks on the ground, undersize bearers with over size spans.

During a Pre-Purchase inspection in Tasmania, the inspector noted springy and uneven floors throughout the new extension at the rear of the 1950's built weatherboard home.

Inspection of the underfloor space reveals the truth. The floor framing was made up of second hand materials, the structural supports varied from timber props standing on the dirt and loosely stacked bricks on the ground, undersize bearers with over size spans.

Cost of IPI inspection $360

Cost of professional re-stumping and new floor framing $18,600 completed by the vendor prior to settlement

Total savings to the purchaser $18,600