Nunawading’s mix of older brick veneer homes, updated weatherboards and newer townhouses means small defects often hide in renovations, movement cracks and drainage issues after heavy rain.
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We check plaster, brickwork and junctions between original rooms and extensions for fine cracking, step cracking and patch repairs. These small signs can indicate movement, inadequate control joints, or poor previous repairs—useful for deciding whether you need monitoring, sealing, or further structural assessment.
We inspect accessible gutters, downpipes, overflow points and their discharge locations for leaks, staining, rusting, poor falls and missing connections. Minor defects here often cause gradual eave damage, damp patches, and timber deterioration, particularly after repeated rain events.
We test accessible windows and doors for sticking, misalignment, loose hardware and gaps that let water or air in. In Nunawading homes, minor frame movement or worn seals can lead to draughts, water ingress around sills, and ongoing maintenance costs.
We look for deteriorated silicone, cracked grout, swelling to skirtings, and insufficient ventilation signs in bathrooms, laundries and kitchens. Small failures here can allow moisture behind tiles and cabinetry, creating hidden damage that becomes expensive once it spreads.
We assess accessible paths, patios and driveway edges for trip hazards, ponding risk and falls that direct water toward the home. Minor drainage defects can contribute to dampness at the base of walls and accelerate cracking or deterioration over time.
Where accessible, we check for restricted airflow, minor moisture staining, and early timber decay or borer-like damage indicators. These are often missed during casual walk-throughs but can be the first clues of ongoing damp conditions that need ventilation or drainage improvements.
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In Nunawading, we often see hairline cracking in plaster and brickwork, ageing sealants in wet areas, worn window and door hardware, and early moisture staining linked to gutters or downpipes. Older paving and paths can also develop ponding or trip edges. These defects are usually fixable, but they’re worth documenting because water and movement-related issues can escalate quickly.
Yes. Newer townhouses can still have minor defects such as poor sealing to showers and balconies, incomplete paint finishes, drainage falls that push water toward walls, or windows that don’t close evenly. These issues can be cheaper to address early, and the report gives you a clear list to raise with the builder, vendor, or body corporate before they become ongoing maintenance problems.
Yes. We separate items that should be addressed promptly—especially moisture entry points, hazards, and defects that can worsen—from lower-priority maintenance. You’ll get context on why an issue matters, what it may lead to, and practical next steps. That way you can plan works in stages without losing track of the risks.
Parts of Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, including Nunawading, can experience reactive clay behaviour that contributes to seasonal movement. That movement may show up as fine cracks, slight unevenness, and doors or windows that stick. Our inspection records these indicators and looks for related water management issues—like downpipes discharging near footings—because controlling moisture around the home is often part of reducing movement.
Where safe and accessible, we inspect roof voids and subfloors because minor defects often start there—small leaks, early timber deterioration, or poor ventilation. If access is restricted, we note the limitation and focus on the next best indicators, such as ceiling staining, musty odours, or external drainage clues. The aim is to find early warning signs before damage becomes obvious.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the small faults that drive bigger costs in Nunawading homes—call 0413 163 187 to organise your inspection.