Croydon homes range from mid-century weatherboard and brick veneer builds to newer townhouse developments—our inspection focuses on ageing subfloors, drainage around sloping blocks, and renovation quality before you commit.
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We inspect accessible subfloors for signs of moisture, inadequate ventilation, timber deterioration, and stump condition (including packing and evidence of re-levelling). This matters in Croydon’s established housing stock because subfloor issues can drive uneven floors, sticking doors, and ongoing maintenance costs.
We examine roof materials, ridge capping, valleys, penetrations, and guttering/downpipes for defects that can lead to active leaks. In Croydon, leaf litter and overflow points can contribute to water entry and eaves damage, so we also look for staining, overflow marks, and rusting where accessible.
We assess site drainage, fall away from the house, surface water control, and areas where water may pond near slabs or subfloors. This is especially important on sloping blocks and around paved paths/driveways, where poor fall can push moisture toward walls and cause internal damp symptoms.
We check for cracking patterns, sagging ceilings, patch repairs, and floor level changes that can indicate movement or past water ingress. We differentiate between typical settlement signs and red flags that may require further structural advice, helping you make a better call before contracts go unconditional.
We look for shower and bath leakage indicators, swelling to skirtings, water staining, loose tiles, poor silicone joints, and inadequate exhaust ventilation. Wet area failures can be expensive and disruptive, and they’re common in renovated Croydon homes where waterproofing quality varies between eras and trades.
We pay close attention to additions such as rear extensions, converted garages, pergolas, decks and open-plan alterations, checking for differential movement, moisture entry points, and visible compliance risks. In Croydon’s mix of renovated and subdivided properties, build quality can vary widely between projects.
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In Croydon we often see a mix of ageing components and newer renovations. Common findings include subfloor moisture and ventilation shortfalls in older homes, roof and gutter defects that contribute to leaks, and wet area issues such as deteriorated seals or poor ventilation. On some blocks, drainage and surface water management can be a key risk, especially where paving or driveways fall toward the house.
Yes. We focus on the areas that commonly hide problems after renovations: wet areas, new openings in load-bearing walls (where visible), junctions between old and new rooflines, and external drainage changes around extensions. For townhouses, we also check accessible roof drainage, external cladding condition, and any signs of water entry around windows and balconies where accessible.
The report gives you a clear defect list with photos and priorities, so you can decide whether to proceed, renegotiate, or request further specialist checks. It also helps you plan a realistic repair budget by separating urgent safety or water-ingress risks from general maintenance. That’s valuable in Croydon where properties can vary widely in age, renovation quality, and site drainage conditions.
They do. Weatherboard properties often have accessible subfloors and timber components that can be affected by moisture, poor ventilation, and long-term wear. We check for subfloor clearance, stump condition, signs of timber deterioration, and water entry points around windows, flashings and wet areas. We also look for past re-stumping or levelling indicators that may explain uneven floors or cracking.
Time varies with property size, access and complexity, but allow enough time for a thorough walkthrough of the building and site. Ensure the agent/vendor provides access to the roof space (where safe), subfloor (where present), garage and any outbuildings included in the sale. If you have concerns about a specific defect you noticed in Croydon—like cracking, damp smells or a recent extension—flag it early so it’s prioritised.
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