Fitzroy’s Victorian terraces and older shopfront conversions can hide movement, damp and roof wear behind renovations—our building inspection checks the structure and safety before you commit.
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We inspect internal and external cracking patterns, uneven floors, and sticking doors/windows to identify signs of movement. In Fitzroy’s older terraces and extensions, this helps separate minor age-related settlement from issues that may need structural advice or repair.
We examine accessible roof coverings, ridge capping, flashings, valleys, guttering and downpipes for corrosion, damage and poor falls. Effective rainwater control is critical for older brickwork and party walls, where leaks can quickly become persistent damp and timber decay.
Where there is safe access, we check subfloor ventilation, moisture conditions, timber condition, and the state of stumps/bearers/joists. This is important in older homes that may have been restumped or had partial replacements over time.
We look for visible signs of moisture, mould, salt staining, swollen skirting and deteriorated plaster, especially in bathrooms, laundries and along party walls. We also assess site drainage clues that can contribute to rising or penetrating damp.
We perform non-invasive visual checks for safety concerns such as exposed wiring, aged switchboards, inadequate safety switches indicators, leaking pipework, poor hot water installation clues and DIY alterations. We flag items that warrant a licensed electrician or plumber’s further testing.
Fitzroy homes are frequently updated; we inspect visible workmanship transitions between old and new areas, including floors, walls, ceilings and rooflines. This helps identify shortcuts that can lead to ongoing cracking, moisture entry, and maintenance blowouts after settlement.
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Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our inspection service.
Our Fitzroy building inspection focuses on accessible structural elements, visible defects and safety hazards common in older terraces. We assess cracking and movement indicators, roof condition and drainage, damp risk points (including party walls), and the state of accessible subfloors and roof spaces. We also review visible workmanship where renovations or extensions meet original construction and flag items needing specialist follow-up.
Yes. Many Fitzroy homes have restricted access due to low clearances, tight boundary lines, or finished ceilings. We inspect all accessible areas and clearly note any limitations in the report. If critical areas can’t be accessed safely, we’ll explain what that means for risk and recommend practical next steps, such as requesting access, further invasive investigations, or targeted tradesperson checks.
We complete non-invasive visual checks for safety and compliance red flags, but we don’t perform electrical testing or plumbing pressure tests. In the report, we identify visible concerns such as outdated switchboards, unsafe wiring signs, active leaks, poor drainage indicators or DIY alterations. Where needed, we recommend follow-up by a licensed electrician or plumber for formal compliance testing and quotes.
Yes. Fitzroy’s terraces often share walls, which can make moisture ingress and cracking harder to trace to a single source. We look for staining, deterioration, cracking patterns, and clues of poor roof and rainwater detailing along boundary lines. We also consider how adjoining structures and past renovations may influence movement. Our report highlights likely causes and practical actions to reduce ongoing damage.
Book as soon as you’re serious about the property, especially if it’s heading to auction where the contract becomes unconditional. In Fitzroy, older homes can have hidden defects that materially affect repair costs and timelines, so allowing time for the inspection and any recommended follow-up (like structural engineering or electrical checks) helps you make decisions without rushing.
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