Inner east Brisbane
Building and pest inspections in New Farm
New Farm mixes grand old timber houses, brick blocks of flats from the 1950s to 1970s, and riverfront apartment buildings. Each type needs a slightly different approach, so tell us what you are buying when you book and we will plan the inspection around it.
Homes in New Farm
On streets near the park you will find Queenslanders and character homes, many raised or extended. Closer to Brunswick Street and the river there are walk up blocks of flats and modern apartment buildings, plus converted wool stores in nearby Teneriffe. Older walk ups often have original bathrooms, old wiring that needs an electrician's eye, and concrete balconies showing their age.
What we look at closely in New Farm
- Concrete cancer signs on older balconies and stair landings
- Waterproofing in renovated bathrooms of walk up flats
- Stumps, floor levels and termite entry points in timber homes
- Roof and gutter condition under heavy tree cover
- Renovation workmanship where kitchens and bathrooms have been redone
Local things to know
Parts of New Farm sit low next to the river and were affected in past major floods. Check the Brisbane City Council Flood Awareness Map for the exact address and ask the seller about flood history. Big trees in the park and along the streets keep termite pressure up for timber homes.
Nearby: Brisbane City Kangaroo Point Red Hill