Perth Rockingham Corridor 7,662 people Built 1970s-90s

Building Inspections in Safety Bay, Perth

Gary Wilkes – Your Inspector

Thamindu Anupama – Your Inspector

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30 Defects indexed

19 In sample

7,662 Population

Stock profile · ABS 2021 Census

What’s here in Safety Bay

Separate houses: 93.6%
Flats & apartments: 6.3%

3,055 occupied private dwellings

Local profile · ABS 2021 Census

Who lives in Safety Bay

Median age: 44yrs

Industry reports covering this area

Defects indexed in Safety Bay

Suburb

n=19

Inspections sampled in DefectIndex

Indicative. Percentages grow more reliable as sample grows

Top defects in Safety Bay

Five issues we find most.

From 19 SURE inspections in Safety Bay. Each defect is anonymous. No property is identified.

30 defect types indexed across 19 inspections

01

57.9%

of inspections

Mulch and Garden Beds Close to House
Drainage Moderate 11 cases
02

47.4%

of inspections

Disconnected Downpipes
Drainage Moderate 9 cases
03

52.6%

of inspections

Excessive Moisture Readings
Moisture Major 10 cases Curated entry
04

42.1%

of inspections

Outdated Termite Treatment Barrier
Termite Major 8 cases Curated entry
05

52.6%

of inspections

High Termite Risk Due to Environmental Surrounds
Termite Major 10 cases Curated entry
06

31.6%

of inspections

Patched Wall Cracks
Structural Minor 8 cases Curated entry
07

36.8%

of inspections

Cracked Roof Mortar
Roofing Moderate 13 cases Curated entry
08

26.3%

of inspections

General Deterioration of Vanities and Cabinetry
Finishes Cosmetic 8 cases
09

36.8%

of inspections

Restricted Roof Void Access due to Insulation
Structural Moderate 9 cases Curated entry
10

36.8%

of inspections

Concealed Internal Wall Areas (Termite Risk)
Termite Moderate 7 cases Curated entry
11

36.8%

of inspections

Obstructed Roof Void due to Insulation
Structural Moderate 9 cases Curated entry
12

42.1%

of inspections

External Door Paint Deterioration
Finishes Cosmetic 9 cases
13

31.6%

of inspections

Deteriorated Splashback Sealant
Moisture Minor 7 cases Curated entry
14

36.8%

of inspections

Leaking Gutters
Roofing Moderate 7 cases Curated entry
15

26.3%

of inspections

Inaccessible Roof Space Top Plates
Termite Moderate 5 cases Curated entry
16

31.6%

of inspections

Aged and Deteriorated Eave Paint
Finishes Cosmetic 6 cases
17

47.4%

of inspections

Undrained Air Conditioner Overflow
Drainage Moderate 9 cases Curated entry
18

36.8%

of inspections

Tree Stumps on Site
Termite Moderate 7 cases Curated entry
19

31.6%

of inspections

Inadequate Surface Water Drainage
Drainage Moderate 6 cases Curated entry
20

31.6%

of inspections

Surface Rust on Pergola Frame
Finishes Minor 6 cases Curated entry
21

42.1%

of inspections

Slab Edge Concealed by Soil, Paving, or Raised Garden Beds
Termite Moderate 8 cases Curated entry
22

36.8%

of inspections

Timber in Contact with Ground
Termite Moderate 8 cases Curated entry
23

31.6%

of inspections

Rusting Shed Cladding
Finishes Minor 6 cases
24

26.3%

of inspections

Timber Fungal Decay (Rot) in Fascia and Barge Boards
Structural Moderate 5 cases Curated entry
25

84.2%

of inspections

External Wall Cracking Due to Settlement
Structural Moderate 17 cases Curated entry
26

26.3%

of inspections

Rust on Fence
Finishes Minor 5 cases
27

42.1%

of inspections

Trees in Close Proximity to Dwelling
Soil & Foundation Minor 8 cases Curated entry
28

26.3%

of inspections

Worn Sliding Screen Door Rollers
Finishes Minor 5 cases
29

36.8%

of inspections

Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Crack
Finishes Cosmetic 7 cases
30

26.3%

of inspections

Surface Rust on Guttering
Roofing Minor 5 cases

Common issues in Safety Bay

External Wall Cracking due to Settlement Excessive Moisture Readings High Termite Risk Due to Environmental Surrounds

What's included in an inspection here

Inspecting
Safety Bay homes

For properties in Safety Bay (postcode 6169), our inspections consider the mixed 1970s-2000s and 2000s-onward coastal stock. The local geology, featuring coastal limestone and Bassendean sand plain over a reactive clay sub-base, is a key factor we assess. From a smaller indicative sample of 15 reports, we have found External Wall Cracking due to Settlement in 86.7% of inspections, Excessive Moisture Readings in 66.7%, and High Termite Risk Due to Environmental Surrounds in 60.0% of reports. Our Perth South inspector thoroughly checks for these and other common issues relevant to the area's construction and environment.

DefectIndex

SURE has indexed 30 defects across 19 inspections in the Perth region. That data underlies every finding we report in Safety Bay.

Location

Safety Bay and surrounding suburbs

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FAQs — Safety Bay inspections

Questions we hear about Safety Bay

How does the local geology affect homes in Safety Bay?

Safety Bay's geology, with coastal limestone and Bassendean sand plain over a reactive clay sub-base, contributes to settlement cracking. This is reflected in our findings, with External Wall Cracking due to Settlement noted in 86.7% of reports. We pay close attention to structural integrity related to these ground conditions.

Who conducts the inspections in Safety Bay?

Our Perth South inspector, who holds CPPHON4013 and CPPUPM3008 certifications, covers Safety Bay (postcode 6169). They have extensive experience in Perth's southern corridor, including this area. After your inspection, our inspector is available for 12 months of free advice on your property.

What are the most common building defects found in Safety Bay?

Based on an indicative sample of 19 SURE inspections carried out in Safety Bay, the most common defects we identify are: External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Cracked Roof Mortar, Mulch and Garden Beds Close to House, High Termite Risk Due to Environmental Surrounds, Excessive Moisture Readings.

Are termite or timber pest concerns common in Safety Bay?

Yes. Across 19 inspections in Safety Bay, the most common timber-pest findings include High Termite Risk Due to Environmental Surrounds, Outdated Termite Treatment Barrier, 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 Safety Bay?

Common structural findings we record in Safety Bay include External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Obstructed Roof Void due to Insulation, Patched Wall Cracks. Each finding is reported alongside remedy recommendations and covered by 12 months free advice.

Is moisture a concern in Safety Bay homes?

Excessive Moisture Readings and Deteriorated Splashback Sealant are among the moisture-related findings recorded across 19 inspections in Safety Bay. Our inspectors use moisture-meter readings to quantify any issue they detect.

Inspection services in Safety Bay

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Building Inspection

Building Inspection in Safety Bay, WA

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Timber Pest Inspection

Timber Pest Inspection in Safety Bay, WA

From $250

Building & Pest Inspection

Building & Pest Inspection in Safety Bay, WA

From $550

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Real defects our inspectors have flagged

General Timber Fungal Decay (Conducive Condition) — real moisture defect photographed in a SURE Building Inspections report

Fungi Decay in Barge Board — real termite defect photographed in a SURE Building Inspections report

Binding Door (Hallways) — real structural defect photographed in a SURE Building Inspections report

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