Building Inspections in Ridgewood, Perth
Stock profile · ABS 2021 Census
What’s here in Ridgewood
- Separate houses
- 95.9%
- Semi-detached / townhouse
- 4.2%
- Flats & apartments
- 0.2%
1,604 occupied private dwellings
Local profile · ABS 2021 Census
Who lives in Ridgewood
- Median age
- 36yrs
Indicative. Percentages grow more reliable as sample grows
How Ridgewood
was built
Ridgewood, within the 6030 postcode, largely developed as part of Perth's northern greenfield expansion. Its housing stock primarily dates from the 1970s through to the present, reflecting a period of significant growth in the region. Most homes are single-storey brick-veneer on timber frames, characteristic of the residential construction trends during these decades.
Top defects in Ridgewood
Five issues we find most.
From 13 SURE inspections in Ridgewood. Each defect is anonymous. No property is identified.
10 defect types indexed across 13 inspections
Common issues in Ridgewood
Inspecting
Ridgewood homes
For properties in Ridgewood, postcode 6030, our inspections often reveal issues consistent with the local geology and construction era. Based on a smaller indicative sample of 12 reports, we have found External Wall Cracking due to Settlement in 83.3% of inspections and Excessive Moisture Readings in 66.7% of reports. The coastal sand over limestone geology in this corridor can contribute to findings like Concealed Slab Edge, which we noted in 41.7% of reports. Our inspector, Kim Steele, covers this northern Perth territory and is familiar with the common characteristics of homes built from the 1970s onwards, including single-storey brick-veneer on timber frames.
DefectIndex
SURE has indexed 10 defects across 13 inspections in the Perth region. That data underlies every finding we report in Ridgewood.
Ridgewood and surrounding suburbs
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Questions we hear about Ridgewood
Who conducts inspections in Ridgewood?
Kim Steele is our lead inspector for the Ridgewood area. Kim is certified with CPPHON4013 and CPPUPM3008, and has extensive experience with properties across Perth's northern corridor, including those in the 6030 postcode.
How quickly do we receive our inspection report and what support is offered afterwards?
We aim to deliver your comprehensive inspection report within 24 hours of the inspection where access and availability allow. Following this, you receive 12 months of free phone and email advice from your inspector, Kim Steele, to help you understand the findings and next steps.
What are the most common building defects found in Ridgewood?
Based on an indicative sample of 13 SURE inspections carried out in Ridgewood, the most common defects we identify are: External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Timber in Contact with Ground, Obstructed Roof Void due to Insulation, Excessive Moisture Readings, Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Crack.
Are termite or timber pest concerns common in Ridgewood?
Yes. Across 13 inspections in Ridgewood, 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 Ridgewood?
Common structural findings we record in Ridgewood 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.
Is moisture a concern in Ridgewood homes?
Excessive Moisture Readings are among the moisture-related findings recorded across 13 inspections in Ridgewood. Our inspectors use moisture-meter readings to quantify any issue they detect.
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