Kerrimuir homes often include older brick veneer and renovated dwellings where movement, drainage issues and altered load paths can hide serious defects behind finishes.
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We assess cracking patterns (step cracks, diagonal cracks, separation at corners), floor level changes, and signs of footing movement to determine whether the issue is likely cosmetic, progressive, or indicative of a serious structural fault.
We inspect accessible roof framing for sagging ridgelines, under-sized or altered members, removed struts, poor truss modifications, and inadequate bracing—issues that can lead to roof spread, ceiling movement, and storm vulnerability.
We check for timber rot, borer/termite-related weakening, inadequate ventilation, fretting stumps, and damp soil conditions that can cause uneven floors and ongoing movement.
We look for bulging masonry, bowed walls, compromised lintels over windows/doors, and separation between brick veneer and framing—faults that can point to structural distress or corrosion of supports.
We assess gutters, downpipe discharge, site falls, wet areas, and visible plumbing leaks that can saturate soils, damage framing, and undermine footings—especially where drainage has been altered by landscaping or renovations.
While not a full compliance certification, we identify high-risk indicators such as unsafe wiring in roof spaces, non-compliant penetrations, and plumbing issues contributing to moisture damage—so structural problems aren’t treated in isolation.
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In Kerrimuir, the problems most often overlooked are those hidden by renovations or finishes: altered roof framing, removed internal supports, patched cracking that keeps reappearing, and moisture damage in subfloors or behind wet areas. We focus on structural indicators—movement patterns, load paths, and deterioration—so you can tell whether a defect is superficial or a sign of a bigger failure.
Yes—if we find signs of significant movement, compromised framing, failing lintels, or instability that requires calculations or design verification, we’ll recommend engaging a structural engineer. Our role is to identify the defect, its likely cause, and its severity based on visible and accessible evidence. That helps you avoid unnecessary engineering spend, while still escalating when the risk justifies it.
We can still inspect, but the certainty of conclusions depends on access. If the roof space is lined or the subfloor is sealed, we assess from available access points and look for indirect indicators such as ceiling deformation, ventilation issues, moisture staining, and floor level changes. We’ll clearly state limitations and, where necessary, suggest practical next steps to improve access safely.
Established trees and garden beds close to the house can influence soil moisture and drainage behaviour around footings, which may contribute to movement over time. Blocked stormwater, downpipes discharging near foundations, or poor site falls can keep soils wet and drive subfloor dampness, timber decay, and corrosion. During the inspection we link observed structural symptoms to likely moisture and drainage contributors where evidence supports it.
It’s more targeted toward high-consequence structural faults. A standard building inspection covers a broad range of items; this service concentrates on defects that threaten stability and safety—foundations, framing, load-bearing elements, and moisture-related deterioration. If you’re already seeing cracking, sagging, or movement, or you’re concerned about renovation quality, this focused assessment helps you act faster and with clearer priorities.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the structural faults that can derail a Kerrimuir purchase or renovation—call 0413 163 187 to arrange an inspection.