Flemington homes often mix older brick terraces, renovated weatherboards and newer apartments near busy roads and rail lines—an inspection helps spot hidden movement, moisture entry and renovation shortcuts before you commit.
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We inspect internal and external walls, ceilings and junctions for cracking patterns, stepped brickwork cracks, and signs of past patching. In Flemington’s older brick and renovated homes, this helps distinguish cosmetic cracking from movement that may indicate footing or moisture-related issues and can affect repair scope and negotiation.
For houses with raised floors, we assess stump condition, bearer and joist integrity, and ventilation adequacy. Poor airflow and damp subfloors can drive timber decay and uneven floors, and it’s not something you can judge reliably from a quick walk-through during an inspection.
We check the roof space (where accessible) for signs of leaks, water staining, sagging members and inadequate insulation placement, and we visually assess roof coverings, flashings and gutters. Water entry from minor roof defects can present as ceiling marks or mould, especially after rain and wind-driven weather.
Bathrooms, laundries and kitchens are assessed for moisture risk indicators such as swelling, staining, poor falls, deteriorated sealants and suspected shower leak symptoms. In renovated Flemington properties, wet areas can be updated cosmetically while underlying waterproofing remains compromised, leading to costly rectification.
We look at how surface water moves around the dwelling, including yard falls, paving levels, downpipe discharge points and pooling risks near walls. On tighter inner-city blocks, poor drainage can push moisture into subfloors and lower wall sections and contribute to rising damp-like symptoms and mould.
For strata properties, we note visible issues that can signal broader building maintenance concerns—balcony drainage and tile condition, external cracking, staining on common ceilings, and window/door water entry points. This helps you know what to query in the owners corporation records before you sign.
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Older Flemington terraces and brick homes commonly show cracking, patched repairs and moisture-related wear. A pre purchase inspection focuses on crack patterns (to see if movement is active), damp indicators at lower walls, roof and gutter performance, and subfloor ventilation where accessible. We also look for renovation changes that can affect structure or water management, such as removed walls, altered drainage and poorly detailed wet areas.
Yes. For a Flemington apartment, we inspect the unit thoroughly and visually note common-area red flags that may indicate broader building issues. Inside the unit we check for moisture around windows and wet areas, door and window operation, cracking, and signs of previous leaks. Externally we look at balconies, visible staining, and cracking where accessible, then advise what to confirm in strata/owners corporation records.
Pre purchase inspections are primarily about the building condition, but we also look for visible signs that can suggest pest activity or timber damage in accessible areas. If you want a dedicated assessment for timber pests, it’s worth booking a combined building and pest inspection so risk areas like subfloors, roof timbers and external edges are assessed with pest-specific focus and clear recommendations for treatment or further investigation.
It can. Properties near busy roads or rail corridors may experience more vibration and dust exposure, which can accelerate wear to windows, seals and external finishes. During a pre purchase inspection we pay close attention to cracking patterns, window and door alignment, and any signs of water entry at openings. We also look for evidence of ongoing patching that could indicate recurring movement or maintenance issues.
The best approach is to book as soon as you’re seriously considering a Flemington property, especially if an auction date is close. Inspection availability can vary, but we’ll aim to schedule promptly and work with your agent’s access times. If time is tight, tell us your deadline when you call so we can prioritise the booking and make sure you get the information you need before you commit.
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Get in TouchCall ACE Building and Pest Inspections on 0413 163 187 to organise Pre Purchase Inspection Services in Flemington and get a practical report you can use to negotiate and plan repairs.