Fishermans Bend homes and apartments often mix older industrial conversions with newer builds near the bay—our inspection checks for moisture, movement and build-quality issues that can be costly after settlement.
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We inspect balcony surfaces, edge details, drainage points, door thresholds, window frames and internal signs of water entry. In Fishermans Bend, wind-driven rain and exposure can push water into small gaps, so we look for staining, swollen skirting, mouldy odours, peeling paint and failed sealants that indicate ongoing leakage risk.
We check for step cracking, separation at junctions, uneven floors, sticking doors and other indicators of movement. This matters in purchases where prior renovations or fit-outs may have altered loads or where minor movement can lead to water ingress and finish failures. We note the type and location of cracks and whether they appear active or older.
Where accessible and safe, we examine roofing, flashings, gutters, downpipes, and how stormwater is directed away from the building. Poor discharge can create damp subfloors, stained ceilings, and façade deterioration. We also look for overflow points, ponding evidence and blocked outlets that can drive repeated leak events.
Bathrooms, laundries and kitchens are checked for cracking to tiles and grout, loose tiles, water damage to cabinetry, swelling to door frames, and plumbing leaks. We look for signs that suggest waterproofing failure, especially around showers, bath hobs and floor wastes, and we flag where further invasive testing may be sensible before you commit.
We identify visible safety issues such as unsecured balustrades, trip hazards, damaged stair treads, inadequate handrails, and unsafe electrical observations (where visible). For Fishermans Bend apartments and terraces, balustrade integrity and external access areas can be a key risk, so we document concerns clearly for negotiation and repair planning.
We check workmanship indicators such as poorly installed skirtings, uneven tiling, gaps to architraves, patchy paint that may hide repairs, and cracking that mirrors poor substrate preparation. In converted or renovated properties, we pay attention to junctions between old and new work, as that’s where defects often show up first.
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Yes. For Fishermans Bend apartments, we inspect the apartment interior and accessible external areas such as balconies, where safe to do so. We check drainage, surface condition, door thresholds, window seals and internal signs of leakage. We also highlight items that may fall under owners corporation responsibility and suggest what to confirm in strata records, especially if we see staining, swelling or repair patches.
The issues that tend to matter most are recurring water entry (balconies, windows, wet areas), signs of movement such as persistent cracking or uneven floors, and workmanship problems from recent renovations that can hide bigger defects. We focus on identifying the cause and likely implications, not just listing minor marks, so you can decide whether to negotiate, investigate further, or walk away.
It can. Conversions often have older building elements combined with newer linings and services. We look for damp and condensation indicators, uneven floors, cracking at old/new junctions, and evidence of past water entry that may be concealed by recent finishes. We also note any visible structural alterations or workmanship concerns so you can ask the right questions about permits, scope and ongoing maintenance.
Proximity to the bay can mean more wind-driven rain and salty air exposure, which can accelerate sealant failure and corrosion. During the inspection we pay close attention to window and door seals, balcony drainage points, metal fixings where visible, and internal moisture signs near external walls. If we see patterns consistent with ongoing exposure-related deterioration, we document them clearly for follow-up.
Yes. After you receive the report, you can call to talk through the findings and what they mean for your purchase. We’ll explain which items are urgent, which are maintenance, and where a specialist (such as a waterproofing contractor, engineer or electrician) should be engaged before settlement. This helps you prioritise actions and communicate clearly with the agent or vendor.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the moisture, balcony, drainage and renovation risks that commonly show up in Fishermans Bend purchases—call 0413 163 187 to arrange your inspection.