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Ascot’s #1 Rated Building and Pest Inspection
Ascot sits about 10 km east of the Perth CBD in the City of Belmont, a narrow strip about 5 km long that runs along the southern foreshore of the Swan River. It was only carved out as its own suburb in 1991, split from parts of Belmont and Redcliffe, and takes its name from Ascot Racecourse, the horse racing track that still sits within its boundaries. That history means Ascot’s housing is a genuine mix: older homes inherited from Belmont and Redcliffe’s earlier subdivisions, alongside riverside apartments and townhouses built to take advantage of the Swan River outlook, all within a short run of Great Eastern Highway and the rail line through Redcliffe.
The three defect categories we see most in Ascot homes are damp and salt damp near the river foreshore, ageing brick and roof structures in older homes, and strata issues in riverside apartments. Blocks close to the Swan River need proper checking for weep holes and poor subfloor ventilation, both common where a home sits low against the water table. Older homes inherited from Belmont and Redcliffe’s earlier subdivisions can carry original roof framing and brickwork that hasn’t been assessed in decades. Riverside apartment buildings vary widely in build quality and ongoing maintenance, so common property defects matter as much as what’s inside the unit.
Ascot’s river frontage is the whole appeal, and it’s also exactly where damp, salt and building movement show up first. Our registered builders know what to look for on this stretch of foreshore, with your report within 24 hours.
The difference with WA Building Inspections is simple: our inspectors are licensed registered builders (BP104751). Real Builders. Better Inspections. That’s why over 30,000 Perth home buyers have trusted us.
What’s Included in Your Ascot Building & Pest Inspection
Comprehensive Pre Purchase Building Inspections
Every Ascot inspection is carried out by a licensed registered builder (BP104751), not a generalist with a checklist. We physically access roof voids, subfloors and external structures wherever it’s safe to do so, and we inspect against the building code our inspectors have spent their careers working under. On Ascot’s riverside homes, our builder-inspectors check for salt damp and blocked weep holes low on the walls, and on apartment buildings we look at common property and shared structures as closely as the unit itself.
Compliant with AS 4349.1–2007.
Termite & Pest Inspection Ascot
A full timber pest inspection is included with every combined booking, not bolted on as an upsell. We check for active subterranean termite activity, evidence of past activity, termite conducive conditions, failed or expired chemical barriers, and wood borer activity across the property, fencing and outbuildings.
Ascot’s river-adjacent gardens and older homes near the foreshore give termites damp, sheltered conditions close to timber subfloors and roof framing. We check these areas closely on every property, house or apartment.
Compliant with Australian Standard AS 4349.3–2010.
Detailed Photo Report
Your Ascot report lands in your inbox within 24 hours of the inspection. It’s not a generic template. Every defect we identify is photographed, captioned and explained in plain English with the relevant Australian Standard or NCC clause cited where applicable. You’ll see exactly what the issue is, why it matters, and what it’s likely to cost to remediate. We also include a follow-up consultation call so you can walk through the findings with your inspector before any negotiation or settlement decisions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a building and pest inspection in Ascot cost?
Our building and pest inspection in Ascot is $499 + GST, fixed price, and it saves $99 + GST (approximately 16.6%) compared to booking the two separately, based on a 4×2 home. For buyers who want the most thorough inspection available, our Advanced Building & Pest Inspection is $799 + GST. Pricing is fixed with no travel surcharges across Ascot, Belmont, Redcliffe, Maylands and Kewdale and the surrounding Swan River suburbs east of Perth.
What does a building and pest inspection cover?
Our inspectors inspect more than your average inspector. How? We are qualified registered builders, so we go where the others won’t and we detect what the others can’t. Read more about what a full building and pest inspection covers.
How long does a building inspection in Ascot take?
Most inspections take 2 to 3 hours, depending on the size, age and access of the home. Older homes, bigger blocks and homes with extensions or outbuildings take longer, because we inspect all of it. Your detailed photo report arrives within 24 hours.
Do I need a termite inspection in Ascot?
Yes. Ascot’s older homes near the river foreshore, combined with damp, sheltered garden conditions, favour termite activity. Our $499 + GST building and pest inspection checks subfloors and roof timbers, with your report within 24 hours. See what termite damage looks like.
Which suburbs around Ascot do you cover?
We cover all of Ascot (6104) and the suburbs around it, including Belmont, Redcliffe, Maylands and Kewdale. We inspect right across the Central Perth & Inner Suburbs and the rest of Perth.
Is a building inspection required when buying property in Western Australia?
It isn’t a legal requirement, but Consumer Protection WA recommends making your offer subject to a building inspection. Without one, you buy the home as it is. Make sure your contract includes a building inspection clause, and book the inspection within 2 to 3 business days of your offer being accepted so you have time to act on the report.
What should I look for when buying a home in Ascot?
On older Ascot homes, check low brickwork for salt damp and flaking render, especially the closer you get to the river. Ask when the roof was last assessed properly, since older housing here can carry original framing. If you’re buying an apartment, get the strata records and building reports checked alongside your own inspection, since common property defects are a shared cost. Ask about any history of flooding or high water tables on the specific block. Our checklist of what to check before buying covers the rest.
I’m building a new home in Ascot. Do you offer new construction inspections?
Yes. We inspect new homes at every stage, from the slab through to handover. See our guide to construction stage inspections in WA, and use our PCI checklist before you take the keys. It’s far cheaper to have the builder fix defects before you move in than after.
Can you negotiate the price after a building and pest inspection?
Yes. A detailed report with photos and plain-English explanations gives you solid evidence to renegotiate the price or ask the seller to fix defects before settlement. Talk to your settlement agent early, because your building inspection condition has a deadline.
What makes WA Building Inspections different?
Our inspectors are licensed registered builders (BP104751). Real Builders. Better Inspections. We know how a home should have been built, not just how it looks, and we inspect to AS 4349.1 with a full timber pest inspection to AS 4349.3. Every report arrives within 24 hours, with a follow-up call to walk you through it.
I'm buying an apartment in Ascot. What should I check beyond the unit itself?
Riverside apartment buildings in Ascot vary in age and build quality, and problems in the roof, render or common areas become a shared cost across all owners through the strata scheme. It’s worth reviewing the strata company’s maintenance plan and any past defect reports before you buy. Our inspectors can assess accessible common property alongside the unit so you understand what you’re really buying into.
How do I book a building inspector in Ascot?
Book online at wabuildinginspections.com.au in under 60 seconds, or call 1300 23 63 63. Choose Ascot, pick your inspection type and a time, and we’ll take it from there.
Other Ascot Building Inspections
Construction Stage Inspections
Identify and document defects during construction, creating early evidence if issues later escalate into a dispute or SAT matter.
Defect Liability Report
The key stage where most disputes begin.
Documents defects during the warranty period, forming the foundation of your case if the builder refuses to rectify.



