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Glenferrie homes often mix older character builds with renovated extensions and newer apartments—our inspection focuses on movement, moisture entry, and renovation workmanship that can be hidden behind fresh finishes.
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We inspect walls, ceilings, cornices and external masonry for cracking patterns, separation, and out-of-square openings that can indicate foundation movement. In Glenferrie, this is especially important where older homes have been extended or where site drainage changes have altered ground moisture around footings.
We check accessible subfloor areas for timber condition, signs of moisture, ventilation adequacy, and the general state of stumps, bearers and joists. This helps identify risks like sagging floors, inadequate clearance, or damp conditions that can accelerate deterioration and create ongoing maintenance costs.
We assess the roof structure (where accessible), roof covering condition from ground level, and common leak points such as valleys, flashings, gutters and penetrations. Water entry can travel before it shows internally, so we also look for staining, mould-like growth, and timber swelling in the roof space.
We check for visible signs of leaks and moisture damage around wet areas, including swelling to cabinetry, deteriorated sealants, and staining to adjoining rooms. Renovated wet areas in Glenferrie can look new while hiding poor waterproofing details, so we focus on symptoms that suggest concealed damage.
We observe site grading, surface drainage and the condition of visible drainage points where accessible. We also check retaining walls for lean, cracking and drainage relief. Water management issues are a common driver of movement and dampness, particularly on tight blocks with limited fall.
While a building inspection is non-invasive, we identify visible safety hazards and compliance concerns such as damaged wiring, unsafe light fittings, inadequate smoke alarm placement indicators, or plumbing leaks and poor workmanship that may require a licensed electrician or plumber to confirm and rectify.
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Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our inspection service.
A Building Inspection in Glenferrie covers the accessible structural elements and condition of the property, including foundations indicators, walls, floors, roof exterior, roof space where accessible, wet areas, visible drainage issues, and obvious safety hazards. We note defects, likely causes, and practical next steps. It’s a visual, non-invasive inspection designed to reveal risk areas before you commit to buying.
We focus on how the extension ties into the original structure, looking for differential movement, cracking at junctions, uneven floors, and roof/box-gutter transitions that can leak. We also look for changes in materials and workmanship that suggest shortcuts, plus moisture symptoms around new bathrooms and laundries. Renovations can look perfect at inspection time, so we assess the clues that point to hidden defects.
We inspect the roof covering and gutters from ground level and other safe vantage points, and we enter the roof space where safe and accessible. We look for signs of water entry, damaged tiles/sheets, poor flashing, blocked or back-falling gutters, and structural issues such as sagging or altered trusses. If access is restricted or unsafe, we’ll document limits and recommend next steps.
Yes. For Glenferrie apartments and townhouses, we inspect the internal lot (walls, ceilings, floors, wet areas, windows/doors, balconies where accessible) and observe accessible common areas where possible. We also flag issues that may relate to the building as a whole, such as water staining, balcony drainage concerns, or cracking patterns. For strata properties, we may recommend reviewing owners corporation records alongside the inspection.
Provide the property address, access details, and any known concerns you want us to prioritise (cracking, damp smells, recent renovations, roof history). If you have a contract of sale or renovation documents, they can help us understand what work has been done. Ensure access to the roof space manhole, subfloor entry (if present), garage, and any external yards or side paths.
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Get in TouchChoose ACE Building and Pest Inspections for a clear, defect-focused Building Inspection in Glenferrie, with practical explanations you can use in negotiations. Call 0413 163 187 to arrange a booking.