Ivanhoe East’s leafy blocks, shaded south-facing walls and older subfloors can hold damp for longer—ideal conditions for hidden mould in bathrooms, laundries and underfloor areas.
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We check ceilings, cornices, skirtings, window reveals, wardrobes and behind obvious furniture placements where mould often starts in Ivanhoe East homes with limited winter sun and persistent condensation.
We take moisture readings in plaster, timber trim, flooring edges and wet-area walls to confirm whether staining is active damp, past moisture, or a surface issue—critical for choosing the right fix.
We assess exhaust fan operation, ducting pathways and likely moisture load. Poor extraction (or fans venting into roof spaces) can keep humidity high and trigger mould on ceilings and wall junctions.
For homes with raised floors, we look for poor airflow, damp soil, plumbing drips and evidence of moisture migration that can feed mould odours and contribute to mould on flooring, rugs and lower wall sections.
We inspect accessible gutters, downpipes, overflows, flashing edges, weep holes and ground levels near walls. Overflowing roof drainage and poor site fall can keep walls damp and support mould inside.
Your report documents suspected mould areas, moisture patterns and contributing building conditions, then sets out practical recommendations (ventilation upgrades, leak repairs, drainage changes, and remediation priorities).
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Ivanhoe East has many established homes on leafy, shaded blocks, which can slow drying and increase condensation—especially in winter. Older houses may have limited subfloor ventilation, ageing window seals, or roof drainage that overflows during heavy rain. Renovated bathrooms can also create higher humidity if exhaust fans or ducting aren’t upgraded. A mould presence inspection helps separate the symptom (mould) from the cause (moisture).
A mould presence inspection focuses on finding visible mould indicators, moisture levels, and building conditions that allow mould to grow. It’s aimed at identifying where the problem is and what’s driving it. Mould testing (air or surface sampling) is usually used when you need lab confirmation of mould types or a baseline before/after remediation. Many buyers start with an inspection to guide next steps.
Where access is safe and available, we inspect subfloor areas and accessible roof spaces because they often reveal the source of moisture—plumbing leaks, damp soil, or bathroom exhausts discharging into the roof cavity. If access is restricted (tight manholes, low clearance, stored items), we’ll note the limitation clearly and recommend practical options to improve access or investigate further if moisture readings suggest hidden issues.
Renovations can hide older moisture problems or introduce new ones. In Ivanhoe East, we often see mould risks linked to showers and wet areas where ventilation hasn’t been properly upgraded, waterproofing details around niches and baths, and cabinetry installed hard against external walls. We also look for signs of condensation in bedrooms with new double blinds and reduced airflow, plus any dampness coming up from subfloors.
We document the locations, likely moisture drivers and the severity indicators, then recommend the next actions in priority order. That may include fixing leaks, improving ventilation, addressing subfloor damp, or adjusting drainage and ground levels. If remediation is needed, we outline what to ask a mould remediation provider so the work targets the cause and includes appropriate containment and cleaning steps, not just surface repainting.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the moisture causes common in Ivanhoe East—subfloor damp, shaded walls and wet-area ventilation—so you can fix the problem at the source. Call 0413 163 187.