Rusting columns from design fault
Rusting columns from design fault. Identified by Peter Weddell, owner/operator of Qld Home Buyers Inspection Service and Queensland Building Inspection Service, QBIS.
Rusting column within slab to corner of a sub-floor extension.
Problems with columns rusting from faulty design:
- Rust has occurred to columns within the slab edges.
- This will cause cracking of the slab as further rusting occurs.
- Likely to allow potential termite access to the house.
Effective termite barriers cannot be fitted with this method of construction.
Important note:
The problem of rusted columns can easily be overcome during construction. With a little bit more thought going into the process and with minimal additional cost. Although this is very common building practice, it should be outlawed!