Building Inspections in Ardross, Perth
Stock profile · ABS 2021 Census
What’s here in Ardross
- Separate houses
- 80.3%
- Semi-detached / townhouse
- 16.7%
- Flats & apartments
- 2.9%
1,668 occupied private dwellings
Local profile · ABS 2021 Census
Who lives in Ardross
- Median age
- 41yrs
Indicative. Percentages grow more reliable as sample grows
How Ardross
was built
Ardross is a classic inner-south Perth suburb with a mixed-era housing stock, reflecting development across pre-1970, 1970-2000, and 2000-onwards periods. Its location on a Bassendean sand plain with a reactive clay sub-base near the Swan River foreshore has historically influenced construction and settlement patterns.
Top defects in Ardross
Five issues we find most.
From 19 SURE inspections in Ardross. Each defect is anonymous. No property is identified.
17 defect types indexed across 19 inspections
Common issues in Ardross
Inspecting
Ardross homes
In Ardross, our inspections cover properties across its mixed-era housing stock, from pre-1970 builds to those constructed after 2000. Our findings from a smaller indicative sample of 18 reports in postcode 6153 show common issues such as External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, noted in 77.8% of reports. We also frequently observe Concealed Slab Edge in 61.1% of reports and Mulch and Garden Beds Against House in 55.6% of reports. Our inspectors, including Kim Steele, pay close attention to the local geology of Bassendean sand plain over a clay-rich sub-base, which can contribute to settlement-related defects. We thoroughly check for these and other potential issues specific to the area's construction styles and environmental factors.
DefectIndex
SURE has indexed 15 defects across 19 inspections in the Perth region. That data underlies every finding we report in Ardross.
Ardross and surrounding suburbs
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Questions we hear about Ardross
Who conducts inspections in Ardross?
Our lead inspector for the Ardross area is Kim Steele. Kim is certified with CPPHON4013 and CPPUPM3008, bringing extensive experience to pre-purchase inspections in Perth's southern suburbs. After your inspection, Kim provides a detailed report and offers 12 months of free phone advice for any follow-up questions.
What are the most common building defects found in Ardross?
Based on an indicative sample of 19 SURE inspections carried out in Ardross, the most common defects we identify are: External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Mulch and Garden Beds Against House, Undrained Air Conditioner Overflow, Slab Edge Concealed by Soil, Paving, or Raised Garden Beds, Timber in Contact with Ground.
Are termite or timber pest concerns common in Ardross?
Yes. Across 19 inspections in Ardross, the most common timber-pest findings include Mulch and Garden Beds Against House, Slab Edge Concealed by Soil, Paving, or Raised Garden Beds, Timber in Contact with Ground. We recommend a timber-pest inspection alongside any pre-purchase building inspection here.
What structural issues are typical for homes in Ardross?
Common structural findings we record in Ardross include External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Obstructed Roof Void due to Insulation, Chemical Delignification of Roof Frame. Each finding is reported alongside remedy recommendations and covered by 12 months free advice.
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