Boronia homes often sit on sloping blocks near the Dandenong Ranges foothills, where drainage, retaining walls, and movement can hide costly defects. A building inspection helps you buy with your eyes open.
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We assess visible footings, slab edges, subfloor supports, retaining walls (where accessible), and the way stormwater is managed around the home. In Boronia, poor falls and blocked drainage can contribute to cracking, sticking doors, and uneven floors, so we look for causes, not just symptoms.
We check roof coverings, flashings, valleys, guttering, and downpipes, including where downpipes discharge. Faulty roof drainage can drive dampness, timber decay and foundation movement, particularly on sloped blocks where water concentrates at the low side of the house.
We inspect brickwork or weatherboard cladding for cracking, deterioration, gaps, and moisture entry points. We also assess windows and external doors for operation and alignment, which can indicate structural movement or swelling from moisture around frames and sills.
We look for leakage indicators, moisture staining, swollen skirtings, deteriorated seals, and poor ventilation. Wet areas are a common source of hidden damage, and defects here can lead to rot, mould, and costly rectification behind tiles and cabinetry.
Where access allows, we examine subfloor ventilation, moisture conditions, timber bearers/joists and supports. Many Boronia homes have raised floors, so this step is critical for identifying damp subfloors, borer risk indicators, sagging members, and plumbing leaks that don’t show up indoors.
We identify visible safety issues such as trip hazards, deteriorated stairs/decks, inadequate balustrading, and obvious electrical and plumbing red flags (for example, damaged wiring visible at the switchboard or unsafe DIY-style alterations). We note what needs urgent attention and what requires licensed trade verification.
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Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our inspection service.
Boronia properties often show drainage-related concerns on sloping blocks, including downpipes that discharge too close to the house and wet subfloors. We also see wear in older roof coverings and gutters, movement-related cracking, and wet-area leaks around showers and laundries. Extensions and enclosed outdoor areas can hide defects, so we focus on how additions connect to the original structure and whether defects suggest ongoing moisture or movement.
Yes. We assess cracking patterns, door and window alignment, floor levels where evident, and external indicators around footings, walls, and retaining structures (where accessible). We also consider likely contributors such as stormwater management, subfloor moisture, and site slope. If we see signs that warrant further investigation, we’ll clearly recommend the right specialist assessment so you can confirm the severity before you proceed.
Where safe and accessible, we inspect the roof void and subfloor areas because they often reveal the cause of issues seen inside the home. In the roof space we look for water staining, framing concerns, ventilation and insulation issues, and signs of roof leaks. Under the house we check ventilation, damp conditions, timber supports and leakage indicators. Limited access will be noted in the report.
They can be, particularly where older homes have been updated with rear additions, converted garages, or enclosed verandahs. We look for workmanship concerns, mismatched floor levels, water entry points where new meets old, and visible compliance red flags. A building inspection won’t replace council records, but it can highlight warning signs that prompt you to request permits, warranties, or further checks before signing.
Timeframes vary with the size, age and accessibility of the property, but most inspections allow for a thorough on-site assessment plus time to document defects properly. You’ll receive a clear written report describing issues found, their likely implications, and practical next steps. If you have questions after reading it, we’ll talk you through the findings so you know what to negotiate, repair, or investigate further.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the structural, moisture and safety risks that show up in Boronia homes on sloping blocks and older builds. Call 0413 163 187 to arrange an inspection.