Building Inspections in Bedford, Perth
Stock profile · ABS 2021 Census
What’s here in Bedford
- Separate houses
- 88.6%
- Semi-detached / townhouse
- 10.8%
- Flats & apartments
- 0.2%
2,212 occupied private dwellings
Local profile · ABS 2021 Census
Who lives in Bedford
- Median age
- 39yrs
How Bedford
was built
Bedford, postcode 6052, features a varied housing stock reflecting its development over several decades. Early properties include pre-1970 postwar cottages and double-brick bungalows. The 1970s to 1990s saw significant infill development with brick-veneer homes. More recently, there has been limited post-2000 townhouse and duplex redevelopment. This mix of construction eras sits on Bassendean Sand over Perth Coastal Limestone, with reactive clay pockets near the Bayswater fall. Our inspections frequently find that the mixed substrate and settlement cracking are significant factors, particularly in older housing stock.
Top defects in Bedford
Five issues we find most.
From 24 SURE inspections in Bedford. Each defect is anonymous. No property is identified.
20 defect types indexed across 24 inspections
Common issues in Bedford
Inspecting
Bedford homes
For properties in Bedford, postcode 6052, our inspections are thorough, led by inspector Kim Steele. We pay close attention to the local geology of Bassendean Sand over Perth Coastal Limestone, which often contributes to issues. Our findings in Bedford frequently include External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, noted in 52.4% of reports, and Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Crack, also present in 52.4% of reports. We also commonly identify Front Entry Door Paint Deterioration in 38.1% of inspections. Our detailed reports cover these and other potential issues specific to Bedford's varied housing stock.
DefectIndex
SURE has indexed 20 defects across 24 inspections in the Perth region. That data underlies every finding we report in Bedford.
Bedford and surrounding suburbs
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Questions we hear about Bedford
What does Bedford's geology mean for properties?
Bedford properties are built on Bassendean Sand over Perth Coastal Limestone, with reactive clay pockets. This mixed substrate can contribute to settlement cracking, which our inspectors frequently observe, particularly in older homes. External Wall Cracking due to Settlement was noted in 52.4% of our reports for Bedford.
Who will inspect my property in Bedford?
Your inspection in Bedford, postcode 6052, will be conducted by Kim Steele. Kim is certified with CPPHON4013 and CPPUPM3008, and specialises in the Perth northern and north-eastern corridor.
Do newer homes in Bedford still need inspections?
Yes, even properties built post-2000 in Bedford, which account for 6 of our reports, can have issues. While some defects like settlement cracking are more common in older stock, our inspections frequently find issues such as Excessive Moisture Readings or Undrained Air Conditioner Overflow across all eras.
What are the most common building defects found in Bedford?
Based on an indicative sample of 24 SURE inspections carried out in Bedford, the most common defects we identify are: External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Crack, Cracked Roof Mortar, Obstructed Roof Void due to Insulation, External Door Paint Deterioration.
Are termite or timber pest concerns common in Bedford?
Yes. Across 24 inspections in Bedford, the most common timber-pest findings include Outdated Termite Treatment Barrier, Slab Edge Concealed by Soil, Paving, or Raised Garden Beds. We recommend a timber-pest inspection alongside any pre-purchase building inspection here.
What structural issues are typical for homes in Bedford?
Common structural findings we record in Bedford include External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Obstructed Roof Void due to Insulation, Aged Roof Framing Timbers. Each finding is reported alongside remedy recommendations and covered by 12 months free advice.
Is moisture a concern in Bedford homes?
Excessive Moisture Readings are among the moisture-related findings recorded across 24 inspections in Bedford. Our inspectors use moisture-meter readings to quantify any issue they detect.
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