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Chadstone’s mix of older tiled homes and newer double-storey builds often hides roof wear in valleys, flashings and box gutters—areas that are hard to view safely from the ground.
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We capture close-up images to identify cracked, slipped or missing tiles, displaced metal sheets, loose fixings and early surface corrosion. On two-storey roofs, these defects often sit out of sight from ground level but can quickly lead to water entry.
We assess ridge and hip lines for cracked mortar, failing flexible pointing and movement along the caps. Deterioration here is a common leak path and can worsen after strong winds.
We focus on valleys and box gutters where debris collects and water flow concentrates. The drone helps spot ponding signs, debris build-up, rusting, and overlaps or seal points that may be failing—particularly relevant on complex two-storey designs.
We inspect step flashings, apron flashings and roof-to-wall junctions around upper-storey walls and parapets. These details are frequent problem areas on renovated Chadstone homes with additions and altered roof lines.
We check penetrations for lifted edges, cracked seals and poorly finished collars. Even minor gaps around penetrations can cause staining and ceiling damage below, especially after wind-driven rain.
We review gutter runs for sagging, separation, debris accumulation and overflow indicators at corners and downpipe dropper points. This helps identify where water may be spilling back into eaves or down walls on a two-storey façade.
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Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our inspection service.
In Chadstone we often see ridge pointing and mortar deterioration on older tiled roofs, debris build-up in valleys, and flashing wear where extensions or second-storey additions meet the original structure. On newer builds, we frequently find drainage pinch points around box gutters, penetrations like vents and skylights, and early corrosion where water sits. The drone helps capture these details clearly.
A drone assessment can identify common leak entry points such as cracked tiles, failed pointing, lifted flashings, blocked valleys and deteriorated seals around penetrations. It can’t see inside the roof cavity, so it won’t confirm active moisture the way an internal inspection might. If we see likely leak sources, we’ll explain why they’re a risk and what follow-up checks or repairs to consider.
We visually assess gutters from above for debris build-up, sagging sections, poor falls, separation at joins and overflow risk areas, especially around corners and valley outlets. Downpipes are checked where visible for connection points and obvious defects, but we don’t test water flow or flush lines during a drone-only service. If drainage looks compromised, we’ll note it clearly in the report.
Yes. Many Chadstone properties have renovations where older tiled sections connect to newer metal roofing or added upper-storey walls. We plan flight paths to capture the junctions between materials, changes in roof pitch, and the flashings that bridge those transitions. These are high-risk spots for leaks and poor detailing, so they receive focused attention with close-up imagery and annotated notes.
We prioritise safety and image quality. If wind, rain or low visibility prevents a reliable assessment, we’ll reschedule rather than provide incomplete findings. Mature trees and tight access can limit some angles, but we can usually plan alternate viewpoints to capture key roof planes, ridges and drainage lines. If any sections can’t be safely viewed, we’ll state that limitation in the report.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections delivers close-up roof evidence for hard-to-reach two-storey homes in Chadstone—call 0485 857 077 to organise an inspection from $75.