Building Inspections in Ocean Reef, Perth
Stock profile · ABS 2021 Census
What’s here in Ocean Reef
- Separate houses
- 95.8%
- Semi-detached / townhouse
- 4.0%
- Flats & apartments
- 0.2%
2,703 occupied private dwellings
Local profile · ABS 2021 Census
Who lives in Ocean Reef
- Median age
- 44yrs
Top defects in Ocean Reef
Five issues we find most.
From 21 SURE inspections in Ocean Reef. Each defect is anonymous. No property is identified.
15 defect types indexed across 21 inspections
Common issues in Ocean Reef
Inspecting
Ocean Reef homes
In Ocean Reef (postcode 6027), our inspections cover properties from pre-1970 to present, often single-storey brick-veneer homes on timber frames with concrete tile roofs. Based on a smaller indicative sample of 18 reports, we frequently observe External Wall Cracking due to Settlement in 83.3% of reports. Other common findings include Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Cracks in 61.1% of reports and General Scuffs and Marks on Bedroom 2 Walls in 50.0% of reports. Our inspectors, like Kim Steele, pay close attention to the local geology of coastal sand over Tamala Limestone, which can contribute to slab-edge wear and salt-air corrosion. We thoroughly check all accessible areas for these and other potential issues.
DefectIndex
SURE has indexed 15 defects across 21 inspections in the Perth region. That data underlies every finding we report in Ocean Reef.
Ocean Reef and surrounding suburbs
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Questions we hear about Ocean Reef
What does the local geology mean for properties in Ocean Reef?
Ocean Reef's geology of coastal sand over Tamala Limestone can lead to specific issues. Our inspectors are aware that this environment can drive slab-edge wear and salt-air corrosion, which we check for during our inspections.
Do newer homes in Ocean Reef still require an inspection?
Yes, even properties built after 2000 in Ocean Reef can have issues. Our reports show that common defects like External Wall Cracking due to Settlement can occur across all eras, not just older homes. We inspect all accessible areas regardless of the property's age.
What are the most common building defects found in Ocean Reef?
Based on an indicative sample of 21 SURE inspections carried out in Ocean Reef, the most common defects we identify are: External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Crack, Timber in Contact with Ground, Restricted Roof Void Access (Insulation), Obstructed Roof Void due to Insulation.
Are termite or timber pest concerns common in Ocean Reef?
Yes. Across 21 inspections in Ocean Reef, the most common timber-pest findings include Timber in Contact with Ground, 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 Ocean Reef?
Common structural findings we record in Ocean Reef include External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Obstructed Roof Void due to Insulation. Each finding is reported alongside remedy recommendations and covered by 12 months free advice.
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