Croydon South homes often mix older brick veneers and updated townhouses, where small moisture entry points, ageing seals and DIY alterations can quietly turn into bigger repair bills if they’re missed early.
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We check common hairline cracking to plaster, brickwork and around openings, plus signs of minor movement such as misaligned architraves or small gaps at cornices. These details help you distinguish normal settlement from patterns that may need monitoring, drainage improvements or targeted repairs.
We inspect around showers, baths, vanities and laundry areas for swelling, loose tiles, degraded silicone and early damp staining. Minor seal failures can progress to rot, mould and hidden water damage, so identifying the source and the likely path of moisture is critical.
We assess sticking doors, hard-to-latch windows, worn weather seals and minor frame distortions. In Croydon South, gaps and poor seals can drive draughts, water ingress during heavy rain and accelerated deterioration of timber trim and internal finishes.
We look for sagging gutters, blockages, leaking joints and downpipes that discharge too close to the dwelling. These small issues can cause repeated dampness at eaves and external walls, and can contribute to subfloor moisture or slab-edge staining over time.
We check that paving, patios and paths fall away from the building and note ponding areas, settlement and cracks that create trip hazards. Minor drainage defects often feed bigger problems like moisture around the perimeter, slippery surfaces and ongoing patching costs.
We pay close attention to areas where additions and renovations meet the original structure, plus wall/roof penetrations for services. Small defects like poorly sealed gaps, incorrect flashing or incomplete finishing around new works are common triggers for leaks and ongoing maintenance.
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In Croydon South we often see small but important issues like degraded wet-area sealant, minor cracking around windows and door openings, gutters that overflow in heavy rain, and surface water that falls back towards the house due to uneven paving. On updated properties, defects around extensions and service penetrations are also common. These start small but can lead to persistent leaks, dampness and repeated repair costs.
Yes. A tidy presentation can hide early-stage issues such as hairline cracks that signal drainage stress, small gaps at flashings, or silicone failure in bathrooms. These are easy to miss during a viewing, yet they’re the items that typically become urgent once you move in. The inspection helps you plan preventative maintenance and avoid paying for avoidable follow-up repairs.
It will. ACE Building and Pest Inspections documents each minor defect and explains why it matters, then helps you sort items into practical priorities—such as water-entry risks first (gutters, seals, flashings), safety items next (trip hazards, loose fixtures), and cosmetic maintenance after that. This approach is designed to reduce escalation and keep your repair spend focused.
Yes. We assess visible surface drainage, paving falls, downpipe discharge points and signs of ponding or splash-back at the perimeter. Croydon South properties with older paths or altered landscaping can direct water back towards the house, which then shows up as damp patches, musty odours or deteriorating external finishes. Catching these early helps prevent ongoing moisture-related repairs.
Minor Property Defects is a targeted service focused on smaller faults that can escalate—like sealing failures, minor cracking patterns, drainage pinch points, and maintenance issues around external openings and services. A full building inspection is broader and typically covers major structural concerns in more depth. If you’re unsure which fits your Croydon South property, call ACE on 0413 163 187 and we’ll recommend the right scope.
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Get in TouchCall ACE Building and Pest Inspections on 0413 163 187 for a focused inspection that flags the small Croydon South issues—seals, drainage, cracking and junction points—before they become costly repairs.