Heathmont homes range from older brick veneer and weatherboard builds to renovated family houses—our inspection focuses on movement, moisture entry and DIY alterations that can hide behind fresh paint.
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Our comprehensive service includes everything you need to make an informed decision about your property.
We check accessible subfloor areas (where applicable), stumps/bearers, slab edges, and signs of movement such as stepped brick cracking, racking to window frames and uneven floor levels. This matters in Heathmont where sloping sites and reactive soils can create ongoing movement if drainage and footings aren’t performing.
We inspect roof cladding, ridge capping, valleys, flashings, gutters and downpipes for corrosion, gaps, ponding and poor discharge points. Small failures here can lead to ceiling staining, insulation saturation and hidden timber decay—issues that often present after winter rain.
We assess brick veneer and cladding condition, mortar joints, articulation joints, weep holes and ground clearance. Blocked weep holes, bridging of damp-proof courses and garden beds built up against walls can drive moisture into the structure and internal finishes.
We look for cracking, sagging ceilings, damaged cornices, swollen skirting boards and signs of past leaks. Bathrooms, laundries and kitchens are checked for deteriorated waterproof junctions, poor ventilation indicators and water damage that can be disguised during cosmetic makeovers.
We check accessible plumbing components for leaks, corrosion and poor installation, and we assess site drainage basics such as downpipe connections and surface fall away from the home. Effective water management is key to reducing movement and damp problems.
While not a full electrical compliance test, we identify visible safety concerns such as outdated or damaged switchboards, DIY wiring signs, missing safety switches indicators, and hazardous cabling. We also note general safety hazards like unstable balustrades, trip points and deteriorated stairs.
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Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our inspection service.
Yes. Sloping sites can concentrate stormwater flow and increase pressure on retaining walls, subfloor drainage and footings. During a Building Inspection in Heathmont, we pay close attention to cracking patterns, drainage direction, ground clearances and any signs of subsidence or ongoing movement. We also check for DIY cut-and-fill changes and whether downpipes discharge effectively away from the structure.
A walk-through often misses subtle indicators that point to bigger problems. We look for consistent movement signs across the home, roof leak pathways, moisture damage in wet areas, condition of external walls and clearances, and visible plumbing and electrical safety concerns. You’ll receive a prioritised report explaining what’s urgent, what’s maintenance, and what further specialist checks may be sensible.
Yes. Renovations can hide issues such as non-compliant alterations, inadequate ventilation, poor waterproof transitions and structural changes that weren’t properly supported. We assess the visible quality of workmanship, check how additions integrate with the original structure, and flag signs of shortcuts—like uneven roof lines, cracking at junctions, or moisture impacts around newly tiled wet areas.
They can be. Older homes may show subfloor ventilation problems, timber decay from long-term moisture, dated roof flashings, and cracking linked to changes in drainage or ground conditions over time. In Heathmont, we also commonly see garden beds and paving built up against walls, which can trap moisture. Our inspection focuses on these risk areas and explains the likely causes and next steps.
As early as you can once you’re seriously considering the property. Booking ahead gives you time to review the findings, obtain repair quotes, and request further checks if needed (for example, drainage, electrical, or structural engineering advice). If you’re buying in the Ringwood area and looking at Heathmont properties, planning early helps you avoid rushed decisions and missed defect warnings.
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Get in TouchChoose ACE Building and Pest Inspections for a focused, practical inspection that targets Heathmont’s common risk areas—movement, moisture entry and renovation defects. Call 0413 163 187 to arrange an inspection.