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Perth Northern Beaches 9,579 people Built 1970s-90s

Building Inspections in Woodvale, Perth

13 Defects indexed
18 In sample
9,579 Population

Stock profile · ABS 2021 Census

What’s here in Woodvale

Separate houses
92.6%
Semi-detached / townhouse
7.2%
Flats & apartments
0.1%

3,386 occupied private dwellings

Local profile · ABS 2021 Census

Who lives in Woodvale

Median age
43yrs
0
Industry reports covering this area
13
Defects indexed in Woodvale
Suburb
18
n=18
Inspections sampled in DefectIndex

Indicative. Percentages grow more reliable as sample grows

Top defects in Woodvale

Five issues we find most.

From 18 SURE inspections in Woodvale. Each defect is anonymous. No property is identified.

13 defect types indexed across 18 inspections

  1. 01
    33.3%
    of inspections
    Eave Lining Stains
    Roofing Minor 6 cases Curated entry
  2. 02
    33.3%
    of inspections
    Inadequate Slab Edge Exposure
    Soil & Foundation Major 6 cases
  3. 03
    55.6%
    of inspections
    Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Crack
    Finishes Cosmetic 10 cases
  4. 04
    33.3%
    of inspections
    Damaged Eave Lining
    Finishes Minor 6 cases Curated entry
  5. 05
    38.9%
    of inspections
    External Door Paint Deterioration
    Finishes Cosmetic 7 cases
  6. 06
    27.8%
    of inspections
    Mulch and Garden Beds Close to House
    Drainage Moderate 5 cases
  7. 07
    27.8%
    of inspections
    Disconnected Downpipes
    Drainage Moderate 5 cases
  8. 08
    27.8%
    of inspections
    Cracked Roof Mortar
    Roofing Moderate 8 cases Curated entry
  9. 09
    27.8%
    of inspections
    Uneven Pathways
    Drainage Minor 5 cases Curated entry
  10. 10
    72.2%
    of inspections
    External Wall Cracking Due to Settlement
    Structural Moderate 17 cases Curated entry
  11. 11
    33.3%
    of inspections
    Undrained Air Conditioner Overflow
    Drainage Moderate 6 cases Curated entry
  12. 12
    38.9%
    of inspections
    Trees in Close Proximity to Dwelling
    Soil & Foundation Moderate 7 cases Curated entry
  13. 13
    27.8%
    of inspections
    Timber in Contact with Ground
    Termite Moderate 6 cases Curated entry

Common issues in Woodvale

External Wall Cracking due to Settlement Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Crack General Scuffs and Marks on Bedroom 2 Walls
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Inspecting
Woodvale homes

In Woodvale (postcode 6026), our inspections cover properties primarily from the 1970s through to the present day, often built on coastal sand over Tamala Limestone. Based on a smaller indicative sample of 16 reports, we have observed External Wall Cracking due to Settlement in 68.8% of reports and Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Cracks in 62.5% of reports. We also note Disconnected Downpipes in 31.2% of reports. Our inspector, Kim Steele, focuses on identifying these and other common issues specific to the Perth northern corridor.

DefectIndex

SURE has indexed 13 defects across 18 inspections in the Perth region. That data underlies every finding we report in Woodvale.

Location

Woodvale and surrounding suburbs

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FAQs — Woodvale inspections

Questions we hear about Woodvale

What does the geology of Woodvale mean for properties?

Woodvale's geology of coastal sand over Tamala Limestone can influence property conditions. We specifically check for issues like slab-edge exposure and drainage patterns, which can be affected by these soil conditions and established gardens.

Who will be inspecting my property in Woodvale?

Your inspection in Woodvale will be conducted by Kim Steele. Kim is certified with CPPHON4013 and CPPUPM3008, and covers the Perth northern and north-eastern corridor, including Woodvale.

Do newer homes in Woodvale still need an inspection?

Even properties built more recently, including those from the 2000s, can have defects. For example, our reports in Woodvale have identified issues like Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Cracks in 62.5% of reports and General Scuffs and Marks on Bedroom 2 Walls in 43.8% of reports, regardless of age. We thoroughly inspect all eras of homes.

What are the most common building defects found in Woodvale?

Based on an indicative sample of 18 SURE inspections carried out in Woodvale, the most common defects we identify are: External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Crack, Cracked Roof Mortar, Trees in Close Proximity to Dwelling, External Door Paint Deterioration.

Are termite or timber pest concerns common in Woodvale?

Yes. Across 18 inspections in Woodvale, the most common timber-pest findings include 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 Woodvale?

Common structural findings we record in Woodvale 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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