Perth Mandurah Corridor 3,830 people Built 1970s-90s

Building Inspections in Madora Bay, Perth

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30 Defects indexed

195 In sample

3,830 Population

Stock profile · ABS 2021 Census

What’s here in Madora Bay

Separate houses: 98.8%
Semi-detached / townhouse: 0.6%

1,296 occupied private dwellings

Local profile · ABS 2021 Census

Who lives in Madora Bay

Median age: 36yrs

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Defects indexed in Madora Bay postcode

Postcode area

195

Inspections sampled in DefectIndex

Top defects in Madora Bay

Five issues we find most.

From 195 SURE inspections in Madora Bay. Each defect is anonymous. No property is identified.

30 defect types indexed across 195 inspections

01

31.3%

of inspections

Mulch and Garden Beds Against House
Termite Moderate 61 cases Curated entry
02

51.3%

of inspections

External Wall Cracking Due to Settlement
Structural Moderate 144 cases Curated entry
03

18.5%

of inspections

Outdated Termite Treatment Barrier
Termite Major 37 cases Curated entry
04

30.3%

of inspections

Slab Edge Concealed by Soil, Paving, or Raised Garden Beds
Termite Major 59 cases Curated entry
05

19.0%

of inspections

Paint Deterioration on Fascia and Barge Boards
Finishes Cosmetic 37 cases
06

19.0%

of inspections

Obstructed Roof Void due to Insulation
Structural Moderate 45 cases Curated entry
07

31.3%

of inspections

Trees in Close Proximity to Dwelling
Soil & Foundation Moderate 61 cases Curated entry
08

10.3%

of inspections

Master Suite Door Paint Touch Ups
Finishes Cosmetic 37 cases
09

14.9%

of inspections

Deteriorated Splashback Sealant
Moisture Minor 35 cases Curated entry
10

18.5%

of inspections

Downpipes Not Connected to Storm Water
Drainage Moderate 36 cases Curated entry
11

13.3%

of inspections

Stains on Garage Floor
Finishes Cosmetic 26 cases
12

15.9%

of inspections

Concealed Internal Wall Areas (Termite Risk)
Termite Moderate 31 cases Curated entry
13

20.5%

of inspections

External Door Paint Deterioration
Finishes Cosmetic 41 cases
14

23.1%

of inspections

Undrained Air Conditioner Overflow
Drainage Moderate 45 cases Curated entry
15

17.4%

of inspections

Restricted Roof Void Access due to Insulation
Structural Moderate 36 cases Curated entry
16

26.7%

of inspections

Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Crack
Finishes Cosmetic 52 cases
17

12.8%

of inspections

General Deterioration of Vanities and Cabinetry
Finishes Cosmetic 30 cases
18

14.4%

of inspections

Mulch and Garden Beds Close to House
Drainage Moderate 28 cases
19

10.8%

of inspections

Cosmetic Cornice Damage in Activity Room
Finishes Cosmetic 26 cases
20

13.8%

of inspections

Inadequate Slab Edge Exposure
Soil & Foundation Moderate 27 cases
21

14.9%

of inspections

Timber Fungal Decay (Rot) in Fascia and Barge Boards
Structural Moderate 29 cases Curated entry
22

15.9%

of inspections

High Termite Risk Due to Environmental Surrounds
Termite Moderate 31 cases Curated entry
23

12.3%

of inspections

Eave Lining Stains
Roofing Minor 24 cases Curated entry
24

14.9%

of inspections

Excessive Moisture Readings
Moisture Moderate 29 cases Curated entry
25

12.3%

of inspections

Aged Roof Framing Timbers
Structural Minor 25 cases
26

12.8%

of inspections

Surface Rust on Pergola Frame
Finishes Minor 25 cases Curated entry
27

12.8%

of inspections

Cracked Roof Mortar
Roofing Minor 37 cases Curated entry
28

15.4%

of inspections

Timber in Contact with Ground
Termite Moderate 35 cases Curated entry
29

12.3%

of inspections

Rusting Shed Cladding
Finishes Minor 24 cases
30

11.8%

of inspections

Termite Damage in Tree Stump
Termite Major 25 cases

Common issues in Madora Bay

Exterior Walls Require Acid Clean Mulch and Garden Beds Against House Trees in Close Proximity to Dwelling

DefectIndex

SURE has indexed 30 defects across 195 inspections in the Perth region. That data underlies every finding we report in Madora Bay.

Location

Madora Bay and surrounding suburbs

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FAQs — Madora Bay inspections

Questions we hear about Madora Bay

Who is the inspector for Madora Bay?

Our lead inspector for Madora Bay, postcode 6210, is Kim Steele. Kim is certified with CPPHON4013 and CPPUPM3008, bringing extensive experience to every inspection in the Perth northern and north-eastern corridor.

What are some common issues we find in Madora Bay properties?

Based on our inspections in Madora Bay, issues like Exterior Walls Require Acid Clean and Mulch and Garden Beds Against House have been noted in 22.2% of reports. We also commonly observe External Wall Cracking due to Settlement. Our comprehensive reports detail these and any other findings.

How quickly will I receive my inspection report?

We understand the urgency of property purchases. Kim Steele provides inspection reports within 24 hours of the inspection where access and availability allow. You also receive 12 months of free expert advice from Kim after your inspection.

What are the most common building defects found in Madora Bay?

Based on an indicative sample of 195 SURE inspections carried out in Madora Bay postcode area (6210), the most common defects we identify are: External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Mulch and Garden Beds Against House, Trees in Close Proximity to Dwelling, Slab Edge Concealed by Soil, Paving, or Raised Garden Beds, Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Crack.

Are termite or timber pest concerns common in Madora Bay?

Yes. Across 195 inspections in Madora Bay postcode area (6210), the most common timber-pest findings include Mulch and Garden Beds Against House, Slab Edge Concealed by Soil, Paving, or Raised Garden Beds, Outdated Termite Treatment Barrier. We recommend a timber-pest inspection alongside any pre-purchase building inspection here.

What structural issues are typical for homes in Madora Bay?

Common structural findings we record in Madora Bay postcode area (6210) include External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Obstructed Roof Void due to Insulation, Timber Fungal Decay (Rot) in Fascia and Barge Boards. Each finding is reported alongside remedy recommendations and covered by 12 months free advice.

Is moisture a concern in Madora Bay homes?

Deteriorated Splashback Sealant and Excessive Moisture Readings are among the moisture-related findings recorded across 195 inspections in Madora Bay postcode area (6210). Our inspectors use moisture-meter readings to quantify any issue they detect.

Real defects our inspectors have flagged

Partially Covered Weep Holes — real moisture defect photographed in a SURE Building Inspections report

Absence of Termite Management Plan Notice — real termite defect photographed in a SURE Building Inspections report

Repointed Masonry Wall Cracks — real structural defect photographed in a SURE Building Inspections report

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