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Ashfield’s #1 Rated Building and Pest Inspection
Ashfield sits about 10 km north-east of the Perth CBD in the Town of Bassendean, between the Swan River and the railway line near Success Hill. It started as a scatter of railway workers’ cottages, then had its first building boom in the late 1950s and early 1960s, when the State Housing Commission put up around 400 homes. From the late 1960s the Commission bought properties back, and a revamp through the late 1990s, tied to a sewage upgrade, saw older houses replaced at higher density: for every three removed, five to seven went back up. That leaves 1950s and 60s brick and tile alongside newer infill homes, close to Ashfield Flats, the largest river flat left in the Perth metro area.
The three defect categories we see most in Ashfield homes are asbestos-cement materials, damp near the river flats, and workmanship issues in newer infill housing. State Housing Commission era homes commonly used asbestos-cement sheeting in eaves, fencing and old wet areas, and we treat it as a given until tested. Blocks backing onto the flats and foreshore sit low and damp, so we check subfloor ventilation and weep holes closely. Infill homes built through the recent redevelopment years vary in build quality, and rushed trades still turn up in the newer stock.
Ashfield’s quiet river frontage makes it an easy sell, but the spread of building eras here means no two homes carry the same risks. Our registered builders know what a 1960s Commission build should look like structurally, and what a newer infill home should have been built to, 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 Ashfield Building & Pest Inspection
Comprehensive Pre Purchase Building Inspections
Every Ashfield 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 Ashfield’s older Housing Commission homes, our builder-inspectors check the original roof framing and any later additions separately, and on the newer infill stock we look hard at site drainage and finishing trades given how quickly this pocket has been rebuilt.
Compliant with AS 4349.1–2007.
Termite & Pest Inspection Ashfield
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.
Ashfield’s low-lying blocks near Ashfield Flats and the Swan River foreshore stay damp for longer, and older timber subfloors and garden beds against the walls give termites an easy run. We check subfloors, roof timbers and any timber retaining structures closely.
Compliant with Australian Standard AS 4349.3–2010.
Detailed Photo Report
Your Ashfield 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 Ashfield cost?
Our building and pest inspection in Ashfield 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 Ashfield, Bassendean, Eden Hill, Guildford and West Swan and the surrounding Swan River suburbs north-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 Ashfield 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 Ashfield?
Yes. Ashfield’s riverside position and older timber-framed homes near Ashfield Flats create damp, sheltered conditions that termites favour. Our $499 + GST building and pest inspection checks the subfloor, roof timbers and garden-facing walls, with your report within 24 hours. See what termite damage looks like.
Which suburbs around Ashfield do you cover?
We cover all of Ashfield (6054) and the suburbs around it, including Bassendean, Eden Hill, Guildford and West Swan. 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 Ashfield?
Start with the era: 1950s and 60s Housing Commission homes need a proper look at the roof frame and any asbestos-cement sheeting in eaves and fencing. On blocks close to the river foreshore, check for damp, poor drainage and blocked weep holes low on the walls. If the home is a newer infill build from the recent redevelopment years, look closely at the quality of trades and finishing. Ask what has been extended and when, since older additions can hide problems. Our checklist of what to check before buying covers the rest.
I’m building a new home in Ashfield. 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.
Ashfield backs onto Ashfield Flats and the river. Does that mean flooding or drainage risk for buyers?
Ashfield Flats is the largest river flat left in the Perth metro area, and low-lying blocks nearby can hold water after heavy rain if drainage isn’t right. It’s worth checking how the block sheds water away from the house and whether retaining structures near the foreshore are sound. Our inspectors check site drainage and subfloor ventilation as standard on every Ashfield property.
How do I book a building inspector in Ashfield?
Book online at wabuildinginspections.com.au in under 60 seconds, or call 1300 23 63 63. Choose Ashfield, pick your inspection type and a time, and we’ll take it from there.
Other Ashfield 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.



