Building Inspections in Kardinya, Perth
Stock profile · ABS 2021 Census
What’s here in Kardinya
- Separate houses
- 86.1%
- Semi-detached / townhouse
- 10.2%
- Flats & apartments
- 3.5%
3,459 occupied private dwellings
Local profile · ABS 2021 Census
Who lives in Kardinya
- Median age
- 42yrs
Indicative. Percentages grow more reliable as sample grows
How Kardinya
was built
Kardinya's development largely took shape from the 1970s through the 1990s, characterized by brick-veneer and brick-and-tile homes built on the inland Fremantle ridge. This period of growth saw the suburb expand on the Bassendean sand over Tamala limestone sub-base, a geological formation common to the area. While this era defines much of the existing housing, there has been subsequent infill development post-2000, alongside a smaller proportion of homes predating 1970.
What makes Kardinya worth it
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Diverse Housing Options Available
Kardinya offers a range of housing, from established 1970s-1990s brick-veneer and brick-and-tile homes to more recent post-2000 infill properties, catering to varied preferences.
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Strategic Inland Fremantle Corridor Position
Situated on the inland Fremantle ridge, Kardinya benefits from its geological setting of Bassendean sand over Tamala limestone, influencing local construction and settlement patterns.
Top defects in Kardinya
Five issues we find most.
From 18 SURE inspections in Kardinya. Each defect is anonymous. No property is identified.
21 defect types indexed across 18 inspections
Common issues in Kardinya
Inspecting
Kardinya homes
In Kardinya (postcode 6163), our Perth South inspector conducts thorough pre-purchase building inspections. Based on a smaller indicative sample of 17 reports, we have observed specific trends in this suburb, which features a mixed housing stock from the 1970s-1990s and post-2000 infill, built on Bassendean sand over Tamala limestone. For instance, External Wall Cracking due to Settlement was noted in 70.6% of our reports, while Trees in Close Proximity to Dwelling appeared in 64.7% of inspections. We also frequently identify Concealed Slab Edge, present in 58.8% of reports. Our inspections carefully assess these and other common issues, considering the local geology and construction eras.
DefectIndex
SURE has indexed 21 defects across 18 inspections in the Perth region. That data underlies every finding we report in Kardinya.
Kardinya and surrounding suburbs
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Questions we hear about Kardinya
Are termites a common concern in Kardinya?
Yes, our reports in Kardinya have identified 'High Termite Risk Due to Environmental Surrounds' in 41.2% of inspections. We also frequently find 'Trees in Close Proximity to Dwelling' (64.7% of reports) and 'Mulch and Garden Beds Against House' (41.2% of reports), which can increase termite risk. Our Perth South inspector is certified in pest management and assesses these risks.
Who will inspect my property in Kardinya?
Your property in Kardinya will be inspected 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. They bring local expertise to every inspection in the 6163 postcode.
What are the most common building defects found in Kardinya?
Based on an indicative sample of 18 SURE inspections carried out in Kardinya, the most common defects we identify are: External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Trees in Close Proximity to Dwelling, Cracked Roof Mortar, Slab Edge Concealed by Soil, Paving, or Raised Garden Beds, Timber in Contact with Ground.
Are termite or timber pest concerns common in Kardinya?
Yes. Across 18 inspections in Kardinya, the most common timber-pest findings include Slab Edge Concealed by Soil, Paving, or Raised Garden Beds, Timber in Contact with Ground, High Termite Risk Due to Environmental Surrounds. We recommend a timber-pest inspection alongside any pre-purchase building inspection here.
What structural issues are typical for homes in Kardinya?
Common structural findings we record in Kardinya include External Wall Cracking due to Settlement. Each finding is reported alongside remedy recommendations and covered by 12 months free advice.
Is moisture a concern in Kardinya homes?
Excess Moisture in Walls Adjacent to Wet Areas and Excessive Moisture Readings are among the moisture-related findings recorded across 18 inspections in Kardinya. Our inspectors use moisture-meter readings to quantify any issue they detect.
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