Cladding

Weatherboard, Hardiplank, Weathertex and other Cladding

The cladding of a house is very deceiving, at first glance it may look like it is in good condition but underneath the paint it may be rotting and decayed.

What to look for

When inspecting a house constructed of Weatherboard, Hardiplank or any other type of cladding material check the following:

• Check for any evidence of decay on the timber/cladding
• Are there any loose nails?
• Are any timbers/cladding or mouldings missing or loose?
• Is there putty missing or gaps between the boards?
• Are any boards bulging or uneven?

Who to Contact

If you require advice about the condition of weatherboards or any other type of cladding construction material contact a licensed builder or structural engineer.

Just remember that the condition of the cladding is only one of the numerous areas of a house that needs to be checked before buying or selling – the easiest way to do this is by purchasing the Residential Building Report Guide.