Building Inspections in Jindalee, Perth
Stock profile · ABS 2021 Census
What’s here in Jindalee
- Separate houses
- 98.3%
- Semi-detached / townhouse
- 1.2%
1,373 occupied private dwellings
Local profile · ABS 2021 Census
Who lives in Jindalee
- Median age
- 36yrs
How Jindalee
was built
Jindalee, postcode 6036, has seen significant development as a coastal estate, with a dominant build-out period from 2000 to the present. While earlier small cohorts of homes exist, the suburb is largely characterised by its newer housing stock. This development on a newly released coastal strip means that properties are often built on shallow sand over Tamala Limestone bedrock, with Quindalup and Safety Bay sand overburden. This geological context is a factor in some of the early-life settlement patterns observed in the area, influencing how homes are constructed and how they settle over time. The typical construction style for these newer homes often involves single-storey brick-veneer on concrete slabs with timber-framed roofs, reflecting contemporary building practices for coastal living in Western Australia.
Top defects in Jindalee
Five issues we find most.
From 29 SURE inspections in Jindalee. Each defect is anonymous. No property is identified.
14 defect types indexed across 29 inspections
Common issues in Jindalee
Inspecting
Jindalee homes
In Jindalee, postcode 6036, our inspections frequently encounter issues related to the suburb's geology and construction era. We have found External Wall Cracking due to Settlement in 40.0% of reports and Concealed Slab Edge in 32.0% of reports, which aligns with the challenges of building on shallow sand over Tamala Limestone bedrock. Another common finding, present in 32.0% of reports, is Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Crack. Our inspector, Kim Steele, is familiar with the newer coastal estate stock, primarily built from 2000 to the present, and understands the specific considerations for properties in this area. We thoroughly check for these and other potential defects, providing a clear picture of the property's condition.
DefectIndex
SURE has indexed 14 defects across 29 inspections in the Perth region. That data underlies every finding we report in Jindalee.
Jindalee and surrounding suburbs
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Questions we hear about Jindalee
What does Jindalee's geology mean for property buyers?
Jindalee's geology of shallow sand over Tamala Limestone bedrock, with Quindalup and Safety Bay sand overburden, can contribute to specific issues. We have observed slab-edge wear and early-life settlement in properties in postcode 6036, which our inspections are designed to identify and report on.
Who will be conducting the inspection in Jindalee?
Your inspection in Jindalee will be conducted by Kim Steele. Kim is certified with CPPHON4013 and CPPUPM3008, and is highly experienced with properties in the Perth northern and north-eastern corridor, including Jindalee. After the inspection, Kim provides a detailed report and is available for 12 months of free advice.
What are the most common building defects found in Jindalee?
Based on an indicative sample of 29 SURE inspections carried out in Jindalee, the most common defects we identify are: External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Crack, Slab Edge Concealed by Soil, Paving, or Raised Garden Beds, Floor Tile and Grout Marks, Trees in Close Proximity to Dwelling.
Are termite or timber pest concerns common in Jindalee?
Yes. Across 29 inspections in Jindalee, the most common timber-pest findings include Slab Edge Concealed by Soil, Paving, or Raised Garden Beds, Mulch and Garden Beds Against House, 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 Jindalee?
Common structural findings we record in Jindalee include External Wall Cracking due to Settlement. Each finding is reported alongside remedy recommendations and covered by 12 months free advice.
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