Building Inspections in Marangaroo, Perth
Stock profile · ABS 2021 Census
What’s here in Marangaroo
- Separate houses
- 90.5%
- Semi-detached / townhouse
- 9.0%
- Flats & apartments
- 0.4%
3,543 occupied private dwellings
Local profile · ABS 2021 Census
Who lives in Marangaroo
- Median age
- 39yrs
Indicative. Percentages grow more reliable as sample grows
How Marangaroo
was built
Marangaroo's development largely took shape from the 1970s through to the 1990s, with continued growth into the 2000s and 2010s. This period saw the establishment of much of the suburb's residential character, primarily consisting of brick-veneer estate homes.
Top defects in Marangaroo
Five issues we find most.
From 13 SURE inspections in Marangaroo. Each defect is anonymous. No property is identified.
22 defect types indexed across 13 inspections
Common issues in Marangaroo
Inspecting
Marangaroo homes
We check properties in Marangaroo, postcode 6064, which are predominantly 1980s-90s and 2000s-2010s brick-veneer estate stock. Based on a smaller indicative sample of reports, our inspections in Marangaroo frequently identify external wall cracking due to settlement, found in 100.0% of reports. This is often linked to the local geology of Bassendean Sand over a reactive clay sub-base, which can respond to seasonal moisture changes. We also commonly note trees in close proximity to dwellings in 75.0% of reports, and bedroom 2 ceiling/cornice join cracks in 75.0% of reports. Our inspector, Kim Steele, covers this area, bringing local expertise to every assessment.
DefectIndex
SURE has indexed 22 defects across 13 inspections in the Perth region. That data underlies every finding we report in Marangaroo.
Marangaroo and surrounding suburbs
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Questions we hear about Marangaroo
What does Marangaroo's geology mean for properties?
Marangaroo is characterised by Bassendean Sand over a reactive clay sub-base. While the sandy topsoil drains quickly, the underlying clay can react to seasonal moisture changes and tree-root activity. This geological characteristic is often a factor in issues like external wall cracking due to settlement, which we've noted in 100.0% of our reports here.
Who will inspect my property in Marangaroo?
Your inspection in Marangaroo will be conducted by Kim Steele. Kim is a certified inspector covering Perth's northern and north-eastern corridor, including postcode 6064. Kim brings extensive knowledge of local construction and common issues to every inspection.
Do newer homes in Marangaroo still need an inspection?
Yes, even properties built in the 2000s and 2010s, which are common in Marangaroo, can have defects. For example, we've found issues like disconnected downpipes in 58.3% of reports and undrained air conditioner overflows in 50.0% of reports, regardless of the property's age. A pre-purchase inspection helps identify these concerns.
What are the most common building defects found in Marangaroo?
Based on an indicative sample of 13 SURE inspections carried out in Marangaroo, the most common defects we identify are: External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Trees in Close Proximity to Dwelling, Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Crack, Rusted Pergola Post/s, Disconnected Downpipes.
Are termite or timber pest concerns common in Marangaroo?
Yes. Across 13 inspections in Marangaroo, the most common timber-pest findings include Slab Edge Concealed by Soil, Paving, or Raised Garden Beds, High Termite Risk Due to Environmental Surrounds. We recommend a timber-pest inspection alongside any pre-purchase building inspection here.
What structural issues are typical for homes in Marangaroo?
Common structural findings we record in Marangaroo include External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Rusted Pergola Post/s, Leaning Fence Sections. Each finding is reported alongside remedy recommendations and covered by 12 months free advice.
Is moisture a concern in Marangaroo homes?
Aging Shower Waterproofing are among the moisture-related findings recorded across 13 inspections in Marangaroo. Our inspectors use moisture-meter readings to quantify any issue they detect.
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