Camberwell’s mix of older weatherboard homes, brick period houses and renovated extensions can hide movement, roof leaks and compliant-but-risky DIY work—an inspection helps you spot costly defects before settlement.
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We inspect accessible subfloor areas for signs of movement, inadequate ventilation, moisture build-up, timber deterioration, and issues consistent with re-stumping or packing. In Camberwell’s older homes, uneven floors and cracking can trace back to subfloor conditions and footing behaviour.
We examine roof cladding, valleys, flashings, penetrations, and guttering/downs pipes for rust, poor laps, blockages and overflow points. This matters because roof leaks often present as ceiling staining long after the damage starts, particularly around complex roof junctions on extended homes.
From within the roof void (where safe and accessible), we check trusses/rafters, bracing, tie-downs, sagging members, and evidence of water entry. Structural issues in the roof space can affect safety and may point to past leaks or unapproved alterations.
We look for cracking patterns, bulging, deteriorated mortar, weatherboard decay, and gaps around windows/doors. We also assess whether cracking is likely cosmetic or consistent with ongoing movement that could require further engineering advice.
We inspect bathrooms, laundries and kitchens for moisture indicators, failed waterproofing symptoms, damaged linings, and poor ventilation. Wet areas can hide expensive defects behind tiles and cabinetry, so we focus on the visual cues that suggest leakage or long-term dampness.
We identify visible hazards such as unsafe balustrades, trip points, deteriorated stairs, inadequate ventilation, and evidence of non-compliant or improvised electrical/plumbing work (not a substitute for trade compliance testing). These items can become urgent repair or insurance issues after purchase.
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Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our inspection service.
A Camberwell Building Inspection checks the accessible parts of the property for major defects, safety hazards and signs of structural movement. ACE reviews the subfloor (where accessible), roof exterior and roof space, walls, floors, wet areas, and site drainage influences. We also flag visible electrical and plumbing concerns that may warrant further testing by licensed trades before settlement.
Yes. Renovations in Camberwell often involve joining older structures to newer additions, and the interface is where problems can appear—cracking, uneven floors, roof junction leaks, and ventilation issues. We check workmanship indicators, movement at connection points, moisture risks around new bathrooms and laundries, and whether changes appear consistent with safe building practice. Where needed, we recommend follow-up checks by specialists.
A building inspection can identify visible red flags such as DIY-looking wiring, unsafe switchboards, unsupported plumbing, leaking fixtures, or poor drainage falls. However, compliance testing and certification requires appropriately licensed electricians and plumbers. If we see indicators of non-compliant or unsafe work, we’ll document them clearly and suggest targeted follow-up so you can confirm scope and cost before you proceed.
Many Camberwell homes are older and may show signs of settlement over time, particularly where the property has been extended, re-stumped, or where drainage and ground moisture vary around the house. During the inspection we look for cracking patterns, door and window alignment issues, sloping floors, subfloor packing, and footing-related symptoms. We explain what appears typical for age versus what suggests ongoing movement.
Time on site depends on property size, access to the subfloor and roof space, and the complexity of extensions, but most inspections allow enough time for a thorough, systematic check. You’ll receive a written report with photos, defect descriptions and practical recommendations, prioritised so you can focus on higher-risk issues first. We also discuss findings so you understand what they mean for your purchase.
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Get in TouchCall ACE Building and Pest Inspections on 0413 163 187 for a Camberwell inspection that focuses on structural integrity, moisture risks and renovation-related defects—so you know what you’re buying before you sign.