Building Inspections in Forrestfield, Perth
Stock profile · ABS 2021 Census
What’s here in Forrestfield
- Separate houses
- 88.5%
- Semi-detached / townhouse
- 9.1%
- Flats & apartments
- 0.2%
5,096 occupied private dwellings
Local profile · ABS 2021 Census
Who lives in Forrestfield
- Median age
- 38yrs
How Forrestfield
was built
Forrestfield, postcode 6058, developed across foothill blocks below the Darling Scarp. Its construction history is marked by a mixed period from the 1960s to the 1990s, featuring hardwood-frame and brick-veneer housing. This era saw the establishment of many homes on Ridge Hill Shelf gravels and clay, which transition from the Swan coastal plain. More recently, the suburb has experienced steady infill development from the 2000s onwards, adding newer housing stock to the area.
Top defects in Forrestfield
Five issues we find most.
From 40 SURE inspections in Forrestfield. Each defect is anonymous. No property is identified.
30 defect types indexed across 40 inspections
Common issues in Forrestfield
Inspecting
Forrestfield homes
In Forrestfield, postcode 6058, our inspections frequently encounter issues related to the suburb's mixed 1960s-1990s housing stock and its geology of Ridge Hill Shelf gravels and clay. For example, we have noted External Wall Cracking due to Settlement in 56.4% of our reports, and Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Crack in 43.6% of inspections. High Termite Risk Due to Environmental Surrounds is also a significant finding, present in 41.0% of reports. Our inspector, Kim Steele, is familiar with these conditions and thoroughly checks for common defects associated with both older and newer constructions in this area, including those influenced by variable drainage and reactive clay pockets.
DefectIndex
SURE has indexed 30 defects across 40 inspections in the Perth region. That data underlies every finding we report in Forrestfield.
Forrestfield and surrounding suburbs
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Questions we hear about Forrestfield
Do newer homes in Forrestfield still require a pre-purchase inspection?
Yes, even with steady infill development from the 2000s onwards, our inspections in Forrestfield cover properties of all ages. Newer homes can still have defects, and our inspectors check for issues specific to modern construction methods as well as general building faults.
What are the common termite risks in Forrestfield?
Our reports in Forrestfield frequently identify a High Termite Risk Due to Environmental Surrounds, present in 41.0% of inspections. The local geology of Ridge Hill Shelf gravels and clay, combined with variable drainage, can create conditions conducive to termite activity. We recommend a thorough pest inspection alongside your building inspection.
Who will be conducting my inspection in Forrestfield?
Your inspection in Forrestfield will be conducted by Kim Steele. Kim is a certified inspector covering the Perth northern and north-eastern corridor, including Forrestfield, and holds CPPHON4013 and CPPUPM3008 certifications. Kim will provide a detailed report and is available for follow-up questions.
What are the most common building defects found in Forrestfield?
Based on an indicative sample of 40 SURE inspections carried out in Forrestfield, the most common defects we identify are: External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Cracked Roof Mortar, Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Crack, High Termite Risk Due to Environmental Surrounds, External Door Paint Deterioration.
Are termite or timber pest concerns common in Forrestfield?
Yes. Across 40 inspections in Forrestfield, the most common timber-pest findings include High Termite Risk Due to Environmental Surrounds, Mulch and Garden Beds Against House, Tree Stumps on Site. We recommend a timber-pest inspection alongside any pre-purchase building inspection here.
What structural issues are typical for homes in Forrestfield?
Common structural findings we record in Forrestfield include External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Patched Wall Cracks, Obstructed Roof Void due to Insulation. Each finding is reported alongside remedy recommendations and covered by 12 months free advice.
Is moisture a concern in Forrestfield homes?
Excessive Moisture Readings and Ceiling Stains with Potential Leak are among the moisture-related findings recorded across 40 inspections in Forrestfield. Our inspectors use moisture-meter readings to quantify any issue they detect.
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