Perth Southern Suburbs 3,352 people Built 1970s-1990s

Building Inspections in Murdoch, Perth

Gary Wilkes – Your Inspector

Thamindu Anupama – Your Inspector

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30 Defects indexed

25 In sample

3,352 Population

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Defects indexed in Murdoch postcode

Postcode area

Inspections sampled in DefectIndex

Top defects in Murdoch

Five issues we find most.

From 25 SURE inspections in Murdoch. Each defect is anonymous. No property is identified.

30 defect types indexed across 25 inspections

01

52.0%

of inspections

Inadequate Surface Water Drainage
Drainage Moderate 13 cases Curated entry
02

56.0%

of inspections

External Door Paint Deterioration
Finishes Cosmetic 16 cases
03

40.0%

of inspections

Mulch and Garden Beds Close to House
Drainage Moderate 10 cases
04

48.0%

of inspections

Excessive Moisture Readings
Moisture Moderate 12 cases Curated entry
05

36.0%

of inspections

Lintel Rust Above External Window
Structural Minor 9 cases Curated entry
06

28.0%

of inspections

Deteriorated Splashback Sealant
Moisture Minor 10 cases Curated entry
07

32.0%

of inspections

Excess Moisture in Walls Adjacent to Wet Areas
Moisture Moderate 9 cases Curated entry
08

36.0%

of inspections

Disconnected Downpipes
Drainage Moderate 9 cases
09

44.0%

of inspections

Cracked Roof Mortar
Roofing Moderate 14 cases Curated entry
10

36.0%

of inspections

Leaking Gutters
Roofing Moderate 9 cases Curated entry
11

32.0%

of inspections

Debris in Gutters
Drainage Minor 8 cases Curated entry
12

32.0%

of inspections

Obstructed Roof Void due to Insulation
Structural Moderate 10 cases Curated entry
13

32.0%

of inspections

Timber Fungal Decay (Rot) in Fascia and Barge Boards
Structural Moderate 8 cases Curated entry
14

28.0%

of inspections

Outdated Termite Treatment Barrier
Termite Major 7 cases Curated entry
15

44.0%

of inspections

Timber in Contact with Ground
Termite Moderate 12 cases Curated entry
16

32.0%

of inspections

Downpipes Not Connected to Storm Water
Drainage Moderate 8 cases Curated entry
17

52.0%

of inspections

Trees in Close Proximity to Dwelling
Soil & Foundation Minor 13 cases Curated entry
18

28.0%

of inspections

Inadequate Slab Edge Exposure
Soil & Foundation Moderate 7 cases
19

28.0%

of inspections

Paint Deterioration on Fascia and Barge Boards
Finishes Cosmetic 7 cases
20

28.0%

of inspections

Restricted Roof Void Access due to Insulation
Structural Moderate 8 cases Curated entry
21

32.0%

of inspections

High Termite Risk Due to Environmental Surrounds
Termite Moderate 8 cases Curated entry
22

20.0%

of inspections

Cracked Floor Tiles in Wet Areas
Finishes Minor 6 cases Curated entry
23

24.0%

of inspections

Hot Water Overflow Not Sufficiently Drained
Plumbing Moderate 6 cases Curated entry
24

32.0%

of inspections

Rusting Shed Cladding
Finishes Minor 8 cases
25

44.0%

of inspections

Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Crack
Finishes Cosmetic 11 cases
26

72.0%

of inspections

External Wall Cracking Due to Settlement
Structural Moderate 23 cases Curated entry
27

24.0%

of inspections

Eave Lining Stains
Roofing Minor 6 cases Curated entry
28

36.0%

of inspections

Mulch and Garden Beds Against House
Termite Moderate 9 cases Curated entry
29

36.0%

of inspections

Undrained Air Conditioner Overflow
Drainage Moderate 9 cases Curated entry
30

28.0%

of inspections

Slab Edge Concealed by Soil, Paving, or Raised Garden Beds
Termite Major 7 cases Curated entry

Common issues in Murdoch

Ageing brick-veneer construction on strip footings approaching or past component service life Roof tile mortar failure on 1970s–1990s stock Drainage and moisture in medium-density townhouses near the activity centre

DefectIndex

SURE has indexed 30 defects across 25 inspections in the Perth region. That data underlies every finding we report in Murdoch.

Location

Murdoch and surrounding suburbs

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FAQs — Murdoch inspections

Questions we hear about Murdoch

What defects are most common in Murdoch homes?

Roof tile mortar failure on 1970s–1990s brick-veneer is the dominant finding. For townhouses near the activity centre, balcony waterproofing and drainage are the recurring issues. Electrical switchboard upgrades are often required on homes from the 1970s–1980s era.

Should I inspect a unit near Fiona Stanley Hospital?

Yes — medium-density units and townhouses from the 2000s–2010s near the hospital precinct are the right age for balcony waterproofing failures. A strata records review alongside the inspection is strongly recommended.

How quickly can SURE book in Murdoch?

Murdoch is within our southern Perth service area. Bookings within 24–48 hours, same-day reports subject to access and availability. Call 1300 787 327 or book online.

What are the most common building defects found in Murdoch?

Based on an indicative sample of 25 SURE inspections carried out in Murdoch postcode area (6150), the most common defects we identify are: External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, External Door Paint Deterioration, Cracked Roof Mortar, Inadequate Surface Water Drainage, Trees in Close Proximity to Dwelling.

Are termite or timber pest concerns common in Murdoch?

Yes. Across 25 inspections in Murdoch postcode area (6150), the most common timber-pest findings include Timber in Contact with Ground, Mulch and Garden Beds Against House, 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 Murdoch?

Common structural findings we record in Murdoch postcode area (6150) include External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Obstructed Roof Void due to Insulation, Lintel Rust Above External Window. Each finding is reported alongside remedy recommendations and covered by 12 months free advice.

Is moisture a concern in Murdoch homes?

Excessive Moisture Readings and Deteriorated Splashback Sealant are among the moisture-related findings recorded across 25 inspections in Murdoch postcode area (6150). Our inspectors use moisture-meter readings to quantify any issue they detect.

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Real defects our inspectors have flagged

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

Gaps Around Exterior Window Frames — real finishes defect photographed in a SURE Building Inspections report

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