Building Inspections in Woodvale, Perth
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
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
Common issues in Woodvale
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.
Woodvale and surrounding suburbs
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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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