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Glen Huntly homes often mix older brick builds with renovated weatherboards and extensions—perfect conditions for hidden movement cracks, roof leaks, and non-compliant alterations that can turn into major defects.
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We check for indicators of significant movement including stepped brick cracking, distorted openings, uneven floors, and separation at junctions between original homes and extensions. These signs can point to footing issues or reactive movement that may require an engineer’s input before you commit to the purchase.
We inspect accessible roof framing for sagging, cracked members, past alterations, and inadequate bracing, then look for roof covering issues that commonly cause concealed leaks. We pay close attention to flashings, valleys, penetrations, and boxed gutters where water can enter and trigger rot or ceiling damage.
In properties with subfloor access, we assess timber supports, ventilation, signs of moisture, and areas that can lead to major defects such as decay, bouncy floors, and structural weakening. This is especially important where wet areas have been relocated or where drainage changes have increased subfloor dampness.
We examine wall condition, rendered surfaces, articulation joints, and penetrations for cracking and water pathways. Poor detailing around windows, decks, and additions can drive moisture into framing and wall cavities, creating major defects that are costly to rectify once finishes are installed.
We look for high-risk signs around bathrooms, laundries and kitchens, including swelling, mould, persistent dampness, failing waterproofing indicators, and leaks that can undermine subfloors, wall framing and ceilings. In renovated Glen Huntly homes, waterproofing failures are a common trigger for hidden structural damage.
While not a substitute for a full electrical test, we identify visible hazards and warning signs such as unsafe switchboard arrangements, exposed wiring, heat damage, and DIY alterations. These issues can represent major safety defects and often require urgent review by a licensed electrician.
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In Glen Huntly we often see major issues linked to a mix of older construction and later renovations. Common findings include significant cracking from movement, roof leaks around flashings and valleys, water damage from failed bathroom waterproofing, and poorly executed additions where old and new structures meet. Some unit blocks also show balcony or roof drainage problems that can drive ongoing moisture into walls.
Not always. Some cracks are minor, but stepped cracking through bricks, widening gaps, or cracks that reappear after patching can indicate movement worth taking seriously. We assess the crack pattern, location and related signs such as sticking doors, uneven floors, and separation at corners. If the indicators suggest structural movement, we’ll recommend appropriate next steps, which may include an engineer.
Yes, where safe and accessible. The roof space can reveal leaks, altered framing, and inadequate bracing that aren’t visible from inside rooms. Subfloor access (when available) helps identify moisture, timber decay, and support issues that can lead to major defects such as sagging floors and structural weakening. If access is blocked or unsafe, we note the limitation and discuss options.
Major defects commonly arise where renovations were done without good detailing or consistency across trades. We often find bathroom waterproofing failures, poorly supported openings after internal wall changes, roof leaks introduced by new penetrations, and drainage changes that push water back toward the building. We also look for visible indicators of non-compliant electrical or plumbing work that can create immediate safety risks.
A major defects inspection is focused on serious structural and safety issues. If you want a broader view that also covers general condition, maintenance items and minor defects, a full building inspection may be more suitable. Many buyers choose a comprehensive approach, then use the major defects findings to prioritise negotiations and urgent repairs. Call ACE Building and Pest Inspections to talk through the best option for your Glen Huntly property.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections targets the high-consequence structural and safety issues that Glen Huntly renovations and older builds can conceal. Call 0485 857 077 to arrange your inspection.