Northcote’s older terraces and weatherboards, plus leafy shading and winter condensation, can hide mould in subfloors, rear extensions, and poorly vented wet areas.
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We inspect ceilings, cornices, walls, skirtings, window reveals, and built-in robes for visible mould, staining, and musty odours. This matters in Northcote homes where condensation can collect on cold surfaces and growth can track along external walls and behind furniture.
We check showers, vanities, silicone junctions, exhaust performance, and splash zones, plus behind-toilet and under-sink areas for leaks. Wet areas are a common source of persistent moisture that keeps mould active even after superficial cleaning.
For raised floors, we look for damp soil, restricted vents, moisture staining on bearers/joists, and fungal growth on timbers. Subfloor dampness is a frequent driver of mouldy odours and can affect indoor air quality through gaps and floor penetrations.
We examine gutters, downpipes, overflow points, external wall junctions, and surface drainage signs that may direct water toward the home. Water management issues can keep walls and floors damp, allowing mould to return quickly after treatment.
We assess typical condensation hotspots such as older glazing, window sills, and corners behind wardrobes, noting airflow constraints and insulation gaps where evident. This helps identify why mould forms in winter even without a clear plumbing leak.
Your report documents where mould is present, the likely moisture driver for each area, and what to fix first (ventilation, leak repairs, drainage changes, or subfloor improvements). It’s written to support quotes from remediators and to guide maintenance for Northcote-style homes.
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It can be. Many Northcote homes have older windows, limited insulation, and subfloors that rely on good airflow. In winter, warm indoor air can condense on cold surfaces, especially in shaded rooms. If subfloor vents are blocked or drainage pushes moisture toward the house, dampness can feed mould in timbers, plaster, and behind built-ins.
Yes, in many cases we can make a well-supported call based on patterns, location, and moisture indicators. Leaks often produce localised staining near plumbing, showers, roofs, or gutters. Condensation tends to show in corners, on window reveals, behind wardrobes, and on south-facing external walls. We document likely causes and what to investigate or repair first.
We start with the highest-risk zones: bathrooms, laundries, kitchens, and any rooms with a musty smell or visible staining. We then assess windows and external wall corners for condensation patterns, and we review the building’s moisture pathways such as gutters, downpipes, and surface drainage. Where accessible, we also inspect subfloor conditions because they can drive whole-house odours.
Commonly missed signs include mould behind furniture on external walls, in the backs of built-in robes, under sink cabinets, and at the edges of floating floors where moisture can track. In some Northcote homes, rear extensions can hide issues in ceiling cavities if exhaust fans vent into roof spaces. We look for subtle staining, odours, and moisture clues that point to hidden growth.
We outline the affected areas, likely moisture drivers, and the practical steps to stop recurrence. That usually means fixing the moisture source first (leaks, drainage, ventilation, or subfloor airflow), then engaging appropriate mould remediation for cleaning and removal. If the cause isn’t immediately clear, we’ll recommend targeted follow-up checks (for example, plumbing or roof investigation) so repairs are evidence-based.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on where mould is present and why it’s happening in Northcote homes, so you can fix the source and prevent it returning. Call 0413 163 187.