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Perth Cockburn Corridor 6,786 people Built 1970s-90s

Building Inspections in Aubin Grove, Perth

15 Defects indexed
18 In sample
6,786 Population

Stock profile · ABS 2021 Census

What’s here in Aubin Grove

Separate houses
86.8%
Semi-detached / townhouse
12.8%

2,109 occupied private dwellings

Local profile · ABS 2021 Census

Who lives in Aubin Grove

Median age
33yrs
0
Industry reports covering this area
15
Defects indexed in Aubin Grove
Suburb
18
n=18
Inspections sampled in DefectIndex

Indicative. Percentages grow more reliable as sample grows

A short history of Aubin Grove

How Aubin Grove
was built

Aubin Grove, postcode 6164, largely developed from the late 1990s through to the 2010s as a master-planned estate. This period saw the construction of numerous brick-veneer homes on slab foundations, which defines much of the suburb's residential character today. While these newer dwellings form the majority, a smaller number of older homes from earlier eras are also present within the suburb.

Top defects in Aubin Grove

Five issues we find most.

From 18 SURE inspections in Aubin Grove. Each defect is anonymous. No property is identified.

20 defect types indexed across 18 inspections

  1. 01
    44.4%
    of inspections
    Nail Popping in Hallway Ceiling
    Finishes Minor 8 cases
  2. 02
    44.4%
    of inspections
  3. 03
    33.3%
    of inspections
  4. 04
    44.4%
    of inspections
    Inadequate Surface Water Drainage
    Drainage Moderate 8 cases Curated entry
  5. 05
    27.8%
    of inspections
    Tile Grout Deterioration in Shower
    Moisture Minor 5 cases Curated entry
  6. 06
    44.4%
    of inspections
    High Termite Risk Due to Environmental Surrounds
    Termite Moderate 8 cases Curated entry
  7. 07
    33.3%
    of inspections
    Hot Water Overflow Not Sufficiently Drained
    Plumbing Moderate 6 cases Curated entry
  8. 08
    27.8%
    of inspections
  9. 09
    33.3%
    of inspections
    Air Conditioner Overflow Not Diverted
    Plumbing Moderate 6 cases Curated entry
  10. 10
    61.1%
    of inspections
    Trees in Close Proximity to Dwelling
    Soil & Foundation Moderate 11 cases Curated entry
  11. 11
    27.8%
    of inspections
    Excess Moisture in Walls Adjacent to Wet Areas
    Moisture Major 6 cases Curated entry
  12. 12
    44.4%
    of inspections
    External Door Paint Deterioration
    Finishes Cosmetic 8 cases
  13. 13
    55.6%
    of inspections
  14. 14
    50.0%
    of inspections
  15. 15
    27.8%
    of inspections
    Obstructed Roof Void due to Insulation
    Structural Moderate 7 cases Curated entry
  16. 16
    27.8%
    of inspections
    Concealed Internal Wall Areas (Termite Risk)
    Termite Moderate 5 cases Curated entry
  17. 17
    88.9%
    of inspections
    External Wall Cracking Due to Settlement
    Structural Moderate 18 cases Curated entry
  18. 18
    38.9%
    of inspections
    Mulch and Garden Beds Against House
    Termite Moderate 7 cases Curated entry
  19. 19
    27.8%
    of inspections
    Excessive Moisture Readings
    Moisture Major 5 cases Curated entry
  20. 20
    33.3%
    of inspections
    Undrained Air Conditioner Overflow
    Drainage Moderate 6 cases Curated entry

Common issues in Aubin Grove

External Wall Cracking due to Settlement Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Crack Trees in Close Proximity to Dwelling
What's included in an inspection here

Inspecting
Aubin Grove homes

In Aubin Grove, postcode 6164, our Perth South inspector conducts thorough pre-purchase building inspections. Based on a smaller indicative sample of 17 reports, we have observed specific issues. External Wall Cracking due to Settlement was noted in 82.4% of reports, often linked to the suburb's Spearwood sand over limestone geology with reactive clay lenses. Trees in Close Proximity to Dwelling appeared in 58.8% of inspections, a factor that can contribute to settlement issues. We also frequently find Concealed Slab Edge in 52.9% of reports, a common issue in the predominantly late 1990s-2010s brick-veneer on slab construction. Our inspections cover these and other potential defects, providing a clear understanding of the property's condition.

DefectIndex

SURE has indexed 15 defects across 18 inspections in the Perth region. That data underlies every finding we report in Aubin Grove.

Location

Aubin Grove and surrounding suburbs

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FAQs — Aubin Grove inspections

Questions we hear about Aubin Grove

Do newer homes in Aubin Grove still require a building inspection?

Yes, even with Aubin Grove's predominant late 1990s to 2010s construction, inspections are crucial. We have found issues like External Wall Cracking due to Settlement in 82.4% of our reports, and Concealed Slab Edge in 52.9% of reports, regardless of the property's age within this band. A pre-purchase inspection helps identify these and other potential defects.

What does Aubin Grove's geology mean for potential property issues?

The suburb's Spearwood sand over limestone with reactive clay lenses geology is a transition type. This geology, combined with factors like Trees in Close Proximity to Dwelling (58.8% of reports), can drive both settlement and termite findings. Our inspections specifically look for High Termite Risk Due to Environmental Surrounds, which was noted in 47.1% of our Aubin Grove reports.

Who will be inspecting my property in Aubin Grove?

Your inspection in Aubin Grove, postcode 6164, will be carried out by our Perth South inspector. They are certified with CPPHON4013 and CPPUPM3008, covering Perth's southern corridor from South Perth down to Rockingham and Baldivis. This ensures local expertise for your pre-purchase inspection.

What are the most common building defects found in Aubin Grove?

Based on an indicative sample of 18 SURE inspections carried out in Aubin Grove, the most common defects we identify are: External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Trees in Close Proximity to Dwelling, Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Crack, Slab Edge Concealed by Soil, Paving, or Raised Garden Beds, Paint Deterioration on Fascia and Barge Boards.

Are termite or timber pest concerns common in Aubin Grove?

Yes. Across 18 inspections in Aubin Grove, the most common timber-pest findings include Slab Edge Concealed by Soil, Paving, or Raised Garden Beds, High Termite Risk Due to Environmental Surrounds, Mulch and Garden Beds Against House. We recommend a timber-pest inspection alongside any pre-purchase building inspection here.

What structural issues are typical for homes in Aubin Grove?

Common structural findings we record in Aubin Grove include External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Obstructed Roof Void due to Insulation. Each finding is reported alongside remedy recommendations and covered by 12 months free advice.

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