Essendon’s mix of older weatherboard and brick period homes, renovated bathrooms, and enclosed subfloors can trap moisture and hide mould where buyers won’t spot it at open inspections.
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We document visible mould, staining, and suspect microbial growth across ceilings, cornices, skirting, wardrobes, and behind furniture placement zones. This matters because small surface patches can indicate a larger moisture issue in wall cavities or roof spaces.
We assess moisture levels and compare wet-area and external-wall hotspots to surrounding materials. This helps separate a one-off spill or cleaning issue from ongoing moisture ingress, plumbing leaks, or condensation that will keep feeding mould.
We inspect showers, vanities, toilets, splashbacks, laundry troughs, and cabinetry bases for swelling, dampness, and mould-prone detailing. Wet areas are frequent sources of slow leaks that spread into adjoining rooms before they become obvious.
For raised timber floor homes common in Essendon, we check for subfloor dampness, restricted airflow, and signs of mould on bearers/joists and underside flooring. Poor ventilation and ground moisture can cause persistent musty odours and recurrent mould indoors.
We look for roof leaks, condensation on sarking/ducts, and bathroom exhaust issues that can seed mould above bedrooms and living areas. Ceiling mould is often a symptom of moisture accumulation that won’t resolve with repainting alone.
Your report distinguishes likely sources (leak vs condensation vs ventilation) and prioritises actions such as repairing water entry points, improving extraction, or engaging mould remediation. This helps you plan the order of works and avoid repeat treatment costs.
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In Essendon we commonly see mould at ceiling corners, around older window frames, inside wardrobes on external walls, and in bathrooms with poor extraction. In period homes with raised floors, musty odours can also come from damp subfloors if ventilation has been reduced by extensions, paving, or garden beds. The inspection traces both the visible growth and the moisture conditions causing it.
It can be. New paint, new plaster, and new tiles can hide earlier moisture damage, but mould returns if the cause remains—such as an exhaust fan that doesn’t vent outside, a slow plumbing leak, or condensation on cool external walls. Our inspection looks for moisture patterns around wet areas, cabinetry, ceilings, and adjoining rooms to determine whether the issue is active and likely to recur.
We assess visual characteristics, location, and moisture conditions to determine whether a mark is consistent with mould growth, water staining, or soot/dust build-up. We also consider ventilation and recent water events. While definitive identification can require laboratory testing, a mould presence inspection is designed to flag suspected mould, document risk areas, and guide the right next step—cleaning, repairs, or further testing.
Yes. Older homes can have cooler wall surfaces, aging window seals, and underfloor areas that hold moisture—especially if vents are blocked or the ground sits high under the house. Renovations can also change airflow and create cold spots where condensation forms. We tailor the inspection to these building types by checking subfloor ventilation, ceiling lines, wet areas, and external-wall rooms where mould commonly establishes.
First, address the moisture source—leaks, rising damp indicators, roof water entry, or inadequate ventilation—because cleaning alone won’t stop regrowth. Next, follow a safe cleaning or remediation approach based on the extent and location, particularly in bedrooms and living areas. Your report will outline priority fixes and practical controls such as improving extraction, increasing airflow, and reducing moisture retention in affected zones.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the moisture pathways common in Essendon homes—so you get clear findings and the right next steps. Call 0413 163 187.