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Noble Park homes often mix older brick veneer and updated renovations, where wall cracking, roof movement and DIY changes can hide serious structural problems. A focused visual check helps you spot deal-breakers before you commit.
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We check for stepped cracking in brickwork, separation at corners, uneven paving near the house, and gaps at skirtings and cornices that can indicate footing movement. These signs help distinguish cosmetic cracking from movement that may affect the structure and resale value.
We assess walls for bowing, bulging, out-of-plumb sections, and cracking patterns around openings. In Noble Park’s older brick veneer stock, this can reveal wall tie issues, differential movement, or alterations that have stressed the original frame.
We visually inspect accessible roof framing for sagging ridge lines, cracked or cut members, inadequate bracing, and signs of overloading. Roof movement can present as ceiling cracks and may be linked to past re-roofing, solar installations, or modified trusses.
Where there is safe access, we look for deteriorated stumps, settlement, moisture damage, and inadequate ventilation that can lead to floor bounce and unevenness. Early identification helps target the cause rather than repeatedly re-levelling floors.
We identify visible signs of persistent moisture that can affect structural integrity, including timber rot, mould-like growth, damp subfloors, and roof leaks impacting framing. We also note likely entry points such as flashing failures, blocked gutters, and poor site drainage.
We flag structural-adjacent hazards such as compromised balustrades, loose verandah posts, movement at stairs, and evidence of unapproved alterations. We also note visible plumbing or electrical issues that may have contributed to damage (for example, leaking wet areas) and recommend specialist compliance checks where needed.
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In Noble Park we often see concern around stepped cracking in brickwork, cracks that widen over time, doors and windows that bind, and sloping or springy floors. Roof-related signs include sagging, ceiling cracking, and water staining that may affect framing. Renovations can also introduce issues such as removed supports or altered roof members. A visual inspection helps determine whether signs suggest movement or deterioration.
No. This service is a visual structural inspection designed to identify signs of major defects and safety hazards, and to explain what they may mean. If we see indicators of significant movement, compromised framing, or altered load paths, we’ll recommend engaging a structural engineer for calculations, monitoring, or repair design. That step is important when defects appear active or when major works are proposed.
Yes, we assess the structure as a system during the inspection. That includes visible foundations/perimeter, walls, floors, and accessible roof space framing. We look for linked symptoms such as roof leaks driving timber decay, movement causing wall cracking, or subfloor moisture contributing to floor distortion. If an area isn’t safely accessible, we’ll explain the limitation and suggest the best next step.
They can be, especially where older homes have been opened up, extended, or converted (for example, carports enclosed or rear additions added). We look for signs that load-bearing elements may have been altered, such as unexpected beams, posts that don’t align, cracking at new-to-old junctions, and roof framing that has been cut or modified. Where needed, we’ll recommend specialist advice to confirm adequacy.
First, use the findings to clarify the likely cause and whether the issue appears active. Next, obtain specialist quotes and engineering advice for any defect that affects stability, framing capacity, or safety. If you’re buying, consider negotiating repairs or price adjustments, or adding contract conditions for further assessment. If you already own the property, prioritise water entry and drainage fixes to prevent further deterioration.
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Get in TouchSpeak with ACE Building and Pest Inspections to identify serious structural issues early and get clear next steps for engineering or compliance follow-up. Call 0485 857 077.