Kerrimuir’s mix of older brick veneers and renovated homes can hide “small” faults—failed wet-area silicone, poor drainage, or roof plumbing wear—that quietly lead to water damage and movement.
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We check bathrooms, laundries and kitchens for deteriorated silicone, cracked grout, loose tiles, swelling skirtings, and early moisture staining around showers, baths and vanities. These minor defects are common after cosmetic updates and can lead to hidden timber swelling or mould if left untreated.
We look for rusting gutters, slipped joints, undersized or blocked downpipes, and downpipe discharge that isn’t directed away from the house. In Kerrimuir’s heavy rain events, small roof-plumbing faults can cause overflow onto eaves and walls, triggering paint breakdown and internal water marks.
We note hairline cracking, repaired patches, and movement at cornices, window heads and door openings, and we comment on patterns that suggest normal settlement versus moisture-related damage. This helps you prioritise sealing, monitoring, or further assessment before cracks widen.
For homes with raised floors or accessible subfloor areas, we check for blocked vents, damp ground, and minor timber deterioration signs. Poor ventilation and minor leaks can create persistent moisture that accelerates rot and attracts pests.
We assess obvious site drainage issues such as paving that falls toward the home, ponding areas, blocked ag drains, and garden beds built up against walls. These “minor” drainage defects are a common driver of dampness at lower wall sections and around door thresholds.
We check sticking doors, misaligned latches, perished window seals, deteriorated caulking, and gaps that allow drafts or water entry. Small alignment and sealing issues can indicate movement, moisture exposure, or poor installation during renovations.
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Minor defects are small issues that are easy to dismiss but can escalate, such as failing wet-area silicone, early water staining, minor roof-plumbing leaks, cracked grout, hairline cracking, blocked vents, or poor drainage against walls. In Kerrimuir, these often appear where renovations meet older structures or where runoff from roofs and paving isn’t directed away from the home.
Both. Renovated homes can hide minor defects behind new finishes—like inadequate shower waterproofing details, poorly sealed splashbacks, or downpipes that discharge into garden beds. Older originals may show wear in roof plumbing, subfloor ventilation, and external drainage. We tailor the inspection to the building style and highlight defects that are typical for that type of property in Kerrimuir.
Yes. We report the defect, where it is, why it matters, and what action is usually appropriate—monitor, maintenance, or a trades repair. Minor defects can stack up quickly, so we help you prioritise items that affect moisture control (wet areas, roof plumbing, drainage) before purely cosmetic repairs like minor paint touch-ups or small plaster marks.
We pay close attention to how water moves around the home—downpipe discharge points, paving and path falls, garden beds built up against walls, and any signs of dampness at lower wall sections. Kerrimuir’s established blocks and mature landscaping can also contribute to blocked stormwater points and localised ponding, which can drive moisture into walls and floors over time.
Call ACE Building and Pest Inspections on 0413 163 187 to arrange a Minor Property Defects inspection in Kerrimuir (3129). We’ll confirm the property details, access arrangements, and any specific concerns you’ve noticed (odours, stains, sticking doors, recent repairs). The inspection is visual and practical, and the report is written to help you act on the findings.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the small Kerrimuir property issues that commonly lead to bigger repair bills—wet-area sealing, roof plumbing, drainage, and early movement. Call 0413 163 187 to book.