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Glenferrie homes often combine older brickwork with newer extensions and renovations, which can hide movement, cracking and load-path problems that only show up under a structural-focused inspection.
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We assess cracking patterns (step cracking, tapered cracks, re-opened repairs) and check for related signs like uneven floors and sticking doors. This helps separate cosmetic shrinkage from movement that can point to footing issues or soil/moisture changes.
We inspect for rot, termite damage indicators, inadequate support, sagging spans and altered structural members. In older Glenferrie homes, underfloor moisture and past alterations can weaken supports and lead to ongoing floor deflection.
We look for evidence of removed or altered load-bearing walls, undersized lintels, and poor-quality structural modifications around openings. Rear extensions and open-plan conversions can introduce point loads and cracking if beams or supports are inadequate.
We inspect the roof space (where safe and accessible) for sagging rafters, spread at tie points, damaged trusses, cut members, and non-compliant changes made for skylights or services. Roof framing issues can translate into ceiling cracks, leaks and long-term instability.
We check wall alignment, bulging, separation at corners, and structural stress near retaining elements and boundary conditions. Tight blocks and split-level sites can create pressure points that show up as distortion and cracking.
We investigate areas where water can cause structural damage—bathroom wet zones, balconies, around plumbing penetrations, and roof drainage points. Prolonged moisture can degrade timber, corrode steel supports, and undermine footings, turning a leak into a major defect.
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Cracks are common in Glenferrie because many homes are older and have been renovated or extended over time. We assess the crack type, width, direction and location, then cross-check with related symptoms such as uneven floors, gaps at cornices, or misaligned windows. Step cracking in brickwork, recurring repaired cracks, and distortion around openings can indicate movement rather than normal ageing.
Major structural defects are issues that affect the building’s stability, load-carrying capacity or safety. Examples include significant footing movement, major roof frame failure or alteration, severe subfloor deterioration, failing lintels, and structural walls showing displacement. We also treat prolonged moisture damage that compromises structural timbers or supports as a major concern, because it can progress quickly and be expensive to rectify.
Yes. This area has many properties where open-plan changes and rear additions have altered the original structure. We look for signs of removed load-bearing walls, undersized beams or lintels, poorly supported openings, and roof members cut for services or skylights. We also check for differential movement between the original building and newer works, which can show up as cracking at junctions and uneven finishes.
We can inspect apartments and townhouses, focusing on the areas accessible within the lot and any visible common-property elements affecting your unit. In Glenferrie’s multi-unit buildings, we pay close attention to slab cracking indicators, balcony deterioration signs, water ingress pathways, and wall/ceiling movement. Where an issue appears to involve common property, we’ll recommend what to request from the owners corporation or a specialist.
If we identify a major defect, we’ll explain the likely cause, the risk level, and what further advice is appropriate. For high-impact items, we commonly recommend a structural engineer to design a compliant repair, and we’ll point you to the areas that need closer assessment. If you’re buying, you can use the findings to renegotiate, obtain quotes, or reconsider the purchase before contracts become unconditional.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the structural red flags common in Glenferrie’s older homes and renovated properties, so you can act on clear, practical findings. Call 0413 163 187 to get started.