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I’ve used ServiceTasker a couple of times for plumbing jobs and had a pretty solid experience. The big win is transparency — you can compare quotes, check reviews, and see how active a tradie is before booking. Both times the plumbers showed up on time, explained the issue clearly, and charged exactly what they quoted. Like any platform, there are hit-and-miss operators, so pick someone with strong recent reviews. For simple jobs like leaks or blockages, it’s definitely worth trying.
Totally normal to feel that mix! Yep, people use subject to due diligence heaps — especially for older homes. It lets you check termites, repairs, and reno costs before locking in the contract. You can use experts from ServiceTasker to know the standard details about the work and clauses.
Totally get how you’re feeling — buying your first place is basically a mix of “I’ve got this” and “why am I sweating?” 😅
When it comes to conditions, buyers definitely get creative. Aside from the usual subject to finance or subject to building and pest, people sometimes use:
Subject to due diligence (broad catch-all to investigate anything)
Subject to council approvals
Subject to obtaining renovation quotes
Subject to specialist inspections (structural engineer, termites, plumbing, etc.)
For a property that may have serious termite or structural issues, a “subject to building, pest, and due diligence” clause is usually the safest. It gives you room to get proper quotes, assess repair costs, and walk away if the numbers don’t stack up — without being locked in.A conveyancer or solicitor can word this properly so it protects you while still being acceptable to the seller.
