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Keysborough homes often mix established brick veneer houses and newer estates—our pre-purchase inspection checks for slab movement signs, drainage issues after heavy rain, and concealed moisture that can sit behind tiled wet areas.
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Our comprehensive service includes everything you need to make an informed decision about your property.
We check cracks in brick veneer, render and internal plaster, plus sticking doors/windows and gaps at frames. This helps identify whether cracking looks cosmetic or consistent with movement, which can influence repair scope and budgeting before you commit.
Where safe access is available, we inspect roof space for staining, mould-like growth, insulation disturbance and structural issues, and we look for roof covering and flashing problems that can lead to slow leaks. Early roof moisture can damage ceilings, timbers and electrical components.
We look for swollen skirtings, loose tiles, deteriorated grout/silicone, moisture marks and inadequate ventilation. Wet-area leaks can remain hidden behind tiles and cabinetry, and rectification often involves partial demolition, so identifying risk signs before purchase is critical.
For homes with subfloor access, we assess ventilation, dampness, timber condition and signs of termite activity. Poor airflow and persistent moisture can accelerate decay and attract pests, particularly where gardens are close to the house line.
We observe ground levels, paving fall, downpipe discharge points and obvious drainage defects that can push water back toward the slab or footings. Poor drainage is a common driver of damp issues and can contribute to cracking and long-term maintenance costs.
We inspect accessible timbers, fences and attached structures for termite leads, damage patterns and conducive conditions such as excess moisture and timber-to-ground contact. This helps you understand whether a standalone pest inspection is needed urgently and what risk factors should be addressed.
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Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our inspection service.
Most Keysborough houses take around 1.5–2.5 hours on site, depending on size, access to the roof space and subfloor, and the amount of renovation work to review. If there are multiple wet areas, extensive paving/drainage to assess, or limited access points, it can take longer. We’ll confirm expectations at booking so you can plan around agent access times.
Yes. We document cracking patterns internally and externally, check for door/window binding, separation at cornices and architraves, and look at site drainage that may contribute to movement over time. While a building inspection isn’t a structural engineering report, our findings help you decide whether to seek an engineer’s advice before you proceed, especially where cracking is stepped, widening, or linked to drainage problems.
Your report is photo-supported and prioritised, outlining major defects, safety concerns, and maintenance items across the accessible areas of the property. We note moisture-related indicators, roof space observations (where accessible), visible cracking and movement signs, and items that may require specialist review. The aim is to make the decision clear—what needs urgent action, what can be planned, and what to query with the vendor.
We regularly see renovations in Keysborough, and we look for practical indicators of workmanship and compliance risk, such as uneven finishes, water staining under wet areas, poor sealing at showers, inadequate fall to external paving, and DIY-looking alterations. We’ll also highlight where certificates or approvals should be requested from the vendor (for example, for structural changes), so you can verify paperwork during due diligence.
A building inspection can identify visible termite evidence and conditions that increase risk, but it does not replace a dedicated pest inspection in all cases. If we see timber-to-ground contact, high moisture areas, concealed subfloor/roof void limitations, or signs consistent with past activity, we’ll recommend a standalone pest inspection. This is especially important for properties with established gardens, fences and external timber structures.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections delivers a practical, defect-focused inspection with photo-supported reporting, so you can negotiate confidently or walk away before you’re committed. Call 0485 857 077 to arrange access.