Newmarket homes often include older brick and weatherboard builds plus renovated terraces and units where bathrooms, laundries and subfloors can trap moisture—ideal conditions for mould that’s easy to miss during an open inspection.
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We closely inspect bathrooms, ensuites, laundries and kitchens for visible growth, musty odour, staining, swollen skirtings and damp junctions. These rooms are checked because persistent humidity and minor plumbing leaks often create recurring mould even after a surface clean.
We examine window reveals, sills, corners behind curtains and the lower sections of external walls for condensation-related mould patterns. This matters in Newmarket where older frames, poor sealing and limited airflow can lead to ongoing condensation that owners may mistake for “normal winter damp.”
For homes with a subfloor, we check for damp soil, inadequate ventilation, moisture on bearers/joists and mould on timbers. Subfloor moisture can travel upward and present as mould on internal walls and floors, particularly around living rooms and bedrooms.
Where safe access is available, we look for roof leaks, condensation on framing, mould on insulation and bathroom exhaust terminations that vent into the roof space. These issues can quietly affect indoor air quality and damage ceiling linings over time.
We assess exhaust fan presence and condition, signs of short-cycling or ineffective extraction, and whether airflow is likely being blocked by renovations or sealed-up rooms. Poor ventilation is one of the most common reasons mould returns after cleaning.
Your report identifies affected areas, likely moisture drivers and practical remediation priorities, including when to engage a plumber, roofer or mould remediation specialist. This helps you plan costs and avoid treating only the visible symptom.
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They can be. Many older homes in Newmarket have solid masonry walls, older window joinery and room layouts that limit cross-ventilation, especially if bathrooms or laundries sit deep within the floor plan. Renovations can also reduce natural airflow by sealing gaps without adding effective mechanical extraction. A Mould Presence inspection helps distinguish condensation patterns from leak-related moisture and identifies where ventilation or building repairs are needed.
Fresh paint can hide staining, but it often doesn’t remove the moisture driver. During the inspection we look for tell-tale signs such as swollen skirtings, bubbling paint, damp odours, recurring discolouration at corners and around windows, and moisture patterns that don’t match normal use. We also focus on high-risk junctions behind furniture zones and in cupboards where sellers rarely detail-clean.
No. In many properties, mould is driven by high indoor humidity and condensation, especially in bathrooms without effective exhaust and in rooms that are kept closed. Leaks are still common contributors—particularly around showers, bath hobs, laundry taps and old pipe penetrations. The goal of the inspection is to link the mould location and pattern to the most likely moisture source, so remediation targets the right trade.
In Newmarket apartments and units, we pay close attention to bathrooms and laundries, window reveals, external corners, balconies and sliding door tracks where water can track inside. We also assess ventilation performance because shared-wall living and sealed-up rooms can hold humidity. If there are signs of moisture migration from neighbouring walls or common areas, we’ll note it so you can raise it with the owners corporation.
First, address the moisture source—improving ventilation, repairing leaks, and managing condensation are usually more important than surface cleaning. Depending on the extent, you may need a qualified mould remediation provider rather than DIY treatments, especially if mould is widespread or in HVAC/roof spaces. Our report will outline priority actions and the most suitable next step so you can scope costs and timeframes.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on finding the moisture source behind mould so you can budget accurately and act before it spreads. Call 0413 163 187 to arrange an inspection in Newmarket 3031.