Premium Package Inspection in Clifton Hill (3068) – $699

We identify visible safety hazards such as trip risks, unsafe balustrading, deteriorated steps, and obvious issues around wet areas and external access. For Clifton Hill homes with raised front entries, basement conversions or steep driveway gradients, small safety defects can become immediate repair items before move-in.

We inspect for evidence of termites and other timber pests and assess conditions conducive to attack, focusing on subfloor timbers, fences, landscaping timbers and moisture-prone areas. Clifton Hill’s gardens, older timber elements and moisture around subfloors can create the right environment for concealed activity if not managed.

Our visual asbestos survey looks for materials commonly associated with asbestos in older homes, such as certain wall/ceiling linings, eaves and external claddings (visual identification only). In Clifton Hill, many renovations uncover legacy materials—knowing what may be present helps you plan trades and avoid unsafe disturbance during updates.

We check for visible mould and conditions that support growth, including ventilation shortfalls and persistent moisture indicators in bathrooms, laundries and subfloor zones. Clifton Hill homes with under-house storage, older ventilation setups or shaded rear areas can be more prone to damp-related mould.

We complete a visual-only inspection of accessible electrical components, looking for obvious defects such as aged fittings, DIY alterations and overheating indicators. In Clifton Hill, where older homes are frequently updated in stages, this check helps flag inconsistent workmanship between original circuits and newer additions.

We take precise digital readings of floor levels to map unevenness and identify patterns consistent with movement or structural changes. This is valuable in Clifton Hill where re-stumping, subfloor alterations or extension junctions can produce level changes that aren’t obvious on a quick walkthrough.

We visually confirm the presence and placement of smoke detectors to help highlight gaps that need attention. Many Clifton Hill properties have multiple levels or extended floorplans, so placement matters—particularly where bedrooms are separated by hallways or split-level transitions.

We perform electrical polarity testing to confirm key points aren’t wired incorrectly, helping reduce shock and fire risks. This is a practical add-on for Clifton Hill homes that have had piecemeal renovations, where a neat-looking outlet can still hide polarity problems.

We report on smaller defects that can snowball, such as early cracking, poor sealants, minor leaks, sticking doors/windows and maintenance items. In Clifton Hill’s older stock, these minor defects often indicate moisture or movement trends worth budgeting for early rather than later.