Introductory Offer
Our introductory offer is inclusive of GST and priced per property.
$295
Benefits to you
Inspections by experienced property maintainers
Inspection scheduling and management
Comprehensive findings report
Issues risk assessed and prioritised
Recommendations on repairs
Support from a network of skilled trade professionals
Options for annual renewal
Multiple property discounts may apply
Our Two Step Process Helps You Achieve Compliance
Our inspectors have decades of experience in property maintenance. They will use this knowledge to visually assess and report if the property is safe, secure and functional.
Step one: Our experienced inspectors will inspect the Property
Once you’ve booked a Minimum Housing Standards inspection with us we will arrange everything for you, liaise with the tenant and in only a matter of days our inspector will conduct a visual inspection of the property.
For the inspections, MHS Inspect have developed a bespoke digital application that is used on the inspector’s mobile phone. The visual inspection specifically focusses on the prescribed requirements of Schedule 5A of the RTRA Regulations 2009 that has two parts.
Part 1 of the standard considers the safety and security of the property and in general terms our inspectors will visually check for the following:
General Health and Safety
Safety is a fundamental aspect of the standards, and is always one of the first considerations that the inspector will make during the inspection.
Weatherproof and Structurally Sound
Our inspectors will ensure the property is weatherproof, structurally sound and in good repair, such that it is safe and habitable.
Fixtures, Fittings and Kitchen Functionality
The fixtures and fittings, including electrical appliances must be in good repair and not likely to cause injury to a person through their ordinary use.
Locks on Windows and Doors
All external windows and doors that could be reached without a ladder need to have functioning locks or latches.
Vermin, Damp and Mould
The property must be free of vermin, damp and mould, unless it is related to the tenants activities (whereby it is their responsibility).
Privacy Coverings
The property must have privacy coverings in all rooms where tenants would reasonably expect privacy. Unless that line of sight is effectively and continually obscured.
Part 2 of the standard considers the reasonable functionality of the property. Our inspectors visually check for the following:
Bathrooms and Toilets Functionality
Bathrooms and Toilets must have privacy and be functional and an effective means of waste disposal.
Plumbing, Drainage and Laundry Functionality
Adequate Plumbing, Drainage and Laundry functionality needs to be provided and connected with hot and cold water (suitable for drinking).
Step Two: Our comprehensive findings report goes further than others
After the Minimum Housing Standards inspection is complete our inspector will review the information and produce a comprehensive findings report which will state if the premises is compliant with the standards or not.
If not, any issues will be clearly identified as a Fail (Non-Compliance) or Review Needed. A review will have a recommendation or suggestion that another specialist/licensed trade check the inspection findings before the report is issued (subject to approval of any additional expenditure). This may require a specific additional inspection.
After identifying a Fail we risk assess it so you know its degree of severity and likelihood of occurrence. Next, we make recommendations for repairs and rectification that along with prioritization allows you and your landlord to plan maintenance works and expenditure much more effectively.
Contact us to learn more about our comprehensive findings report.
Want to Learn More About Minimum Housing Standards?
For further information and a more comprehensive understanding of the “Minimum Housing Standards – QLD” legislation, we recommend visiting the following links:
Minimum Housing Standards - QLD Legislation
Official legislation Schedule 5A Prescribed Minimum Housing Standards
Rental Law Changes - Residential Tenancy Authority (RTA)
Additional details about the rental law changes in QLD.
Book Your Minimum Housing Standards Inspection Today
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