Building Inspections in Edgewater, Perth
Stock profile · ABS 2021 Census
What’s here in Edgewater
- Separate houses
- 95.3%
- Semi-detached / townhouse
- 4.2%
- Flats & apartments
- 0.2%
1,730 occupied private dwellings
Local profile · ABS 2021 Census
Who lives in Edgewater
- Median age
- 41yrs
Indicative. Percentages grow more reliable as sample grows
Top defects in Edgewater
Five issues we find most.
From 11 SURE inspections in Edgewater. Each defect is anonymous. No property is identified.
13 defect types indexed across 11 inspections
Common issues in Edgewater
Inspecting
Edgewater homes
In Edgewater (postcode 6027), our inspections cover properties from the mixed housing stock, including those built between 1970 and the present. Based on a smaller indicative sample of 11 reports, we have noted common findings such as Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Crack in 63.6% of reports, External Wall Cracking due to Settlement in 63.6% of reports, and Trees in Close Proximity to Dwelling, also in 63.6% of reports. We also frequently find Excessive Moisture Readings in 54.5% of reports. Our inspectors, like Kim Steele, are familiar with the local geology of coastal sand over Tamala Limestone, which can contribute to issues like concealed slab edges and high termite risk, found in 45.5% of our reports for this area.
DefectIndex
SURE has indexed 13 defects across 11 inspections in the Perth region. That data underlies every finding we report in Edgewater.
Edgewater and surrounding suburbs
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Questions we hear about Edgewater
What impact does Edgewater's geology have on properties?
Edgewater's geology of coastal sand over Tamala Limestone often leads to specific findings. Our inspectors frequently identify issues like concealed slab edges, which appeared in 45.5% of our reports for the 6027 postcode, and external wall cracking due to settlement, found in 63.6% of reports.
Are termites a concern for homes in Edgewater?
Yes, our findings indicate a high termite risk due to environmental surrounds in 45.5% of our Edgewater reports. The local geology and mature surrounds can contribute to this. Our inspections assess conditions that may attract termites and identify potential entry points.
Who conducts inspections for SURE Building Inspections in Edgewater?
Kim Steele is one of our experienced inspectors covering the Perth northern corridor, including Edgewater. Kim holds CPPHON4013 and CPPUPM3008 certifications and is familiar with the common issues found in the 6027 postcode.
What are the most common building defects found in Edgewater?
Based on an indicative sample of 11 SURE inspections carried out in Edgewater, the most common defects we identify are: External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Timber in Contact with Ground, Termite Damage in Tree Stump, Cracked Roof Mortar, Trees in Close Proximity to Dwelling.
Are termite or timber pest concerns common in Edgewater?
Yes. Across 11 inspections in Edgewater, the most common timber-pest findings include Timber in Contact with Ground, Termite Damage in Tree Stump, 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 Edgewater?
Common structural findings we record in Edgewater 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 Edgewater homes?
Excessive Moisture Readings are among the moisture-related findings recorded across 11 inspections in Edgewater. Our inspectors use moisture-meter readings to quantify any issue they detect.
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