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Ashby’s #1 Rated Building and Pest Inspection
Ashby is about 26 km north of the Perth CBD, a small triangular suburb bounded by Wanneroo Road, Pinjar Road and Conti Road. It was carved out of Wanneroo as a residential subdivision in the late 1990s and named in 1997 after E. E. Ashby, who held land here in 1913. Only about 40 per cent of the suburb has been developed so far, so it’s still filling in, and buses 467 and 468 link it to Joondalup and Whitfords stations. The housing is newer estate stock, built from the late 1990s onwards on sandy Swan Coastal Plain ground.
The three defect categories we see most in Ashby homes are builder finishing defects, site drainage on sandy ground and early-life wet area problems. Estate homes are built to a price and a timeline, so we find gaps in finishing, roof fixing and trades. On sandy ground, drainage and levels around the slab matter, and slab and site problems show up as pooling water and cracking. Bathrooms and laundries in homes of this age can already have waterproofing failures, which lead to hidden damp.
Newer homes give buyers false comfort, and most of the expensive problems sit behind linings and under tiles. A registered builder inspects the work as a builder would, not as a sales agent would. We go through the roof space, walls, slab edges and wet areas, and your report lands 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 Ashby Building & Pest Inspection
Comprehensive Pre Purchase Building Inspections
Every Ashby 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 Ashby’s estate homes, our builder-inspectors check finishing, roof fixing, wet area waterproofing and the drainage and levels around the slab on sandy ground.
Compliant with AS 4349.1–2007.
Termite & Pest Inspection Ashby
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.
Ashby’s sandy, newly landscaped blocks let termites in through soil contact, garden beds and paving that bridges the barrier. We check perimeter protection, garden bed heights and any timber near the ground.
Compliant with Australian Standard AS 4349.3–2010.
Detailed Photo Report
Your Ashby 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 Ashby cost?
Our building and pest inspection in Ashby 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 Ashby, Wanneroo, Tapping, Mariginiup and Sinagra and the surrounding outer northern suburbs.
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 Ashby 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 Ashby?
Yes. Newer homes still get termites, especially where garden beds, paving or landscaping cover the barrier. Our $499 + GST building and pest inspection checks the whole property, with your report within 24 hours. See what termite damage looks like.
Which suburbs around Ashby do you cover?
We cover all of Ashby (6065) and the suburbs around it, including Wanneroo, Tapping, Mariginiup and Sinagra. We inspect right across the North Metro & Northern Beaches 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 Ashby?
Check finishes and workmanship inside and out: doors, windows, tiling, paint and cabinetry. Look at wet areas for signs of leaks. Check drainage and soil levels against the slab edge, and look at the roof for fixing and flashing problems. Ask for the warranty and compliance certificates for any recent build or extension. Our checklist of what to check before buying covers the rest.
I’m building a new home in Ashby. 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.
Do newer homes in Ashby really need a building inspection?
Yes. Homes built from the late 1990s onwards can still have defects in waterproofing, roof fixing, drainage and finishing. With Ashby still only partly developed, many buyers are looking at recent builds. A registered builder finds problems you can then raise with the vendor or builder.
How do I book a building inspector in Ashby?
Book online at wabuildinginspections.com.au in under 60 seconds, or call 1300 23 63 63. Choose Ashby, pick your inspection type and a time, and we’ll take it from there.
Other Ashby 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.



