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Bentley’s #1 Rated Building and Pest Inspection
Bentley is an inner south-eastern suburb about 8 km from the Perth CBD, mostly in the City of Canning with a section in the Town of Victoria Park. The land was subdivided in 1885, and residential development began in the 1940s through the State Housing Commission, including war service homes for veterans. Curtin University opened in 1967 as WAIT, Bentley Plaza opened in 1969 and the Western Australian Technology Park followed in 1985. Bentley Hospital, retirement complexes such as Rowethorpe Homes and Bentley Park, and the Brownlie Towers precinct (built 1969 to 1970, demolished in 2019 for new housing) fill out the rest.
The three defect categories we see most in Bentley homes are asbestos in post-war fibro and cement sheeting, ageing roofs and old plumbing, and older unit and villa issues. Housing Commission and war service homes from the 1940s to 60s used asbestos-cement sheeting widely, in walls, eaves and wet areas, so asbestos checks matter. Roofs, gutters and pipework in homes this age are often at the end of their life. Older units and villas bring shared roofs, drainage and common property questions, and a tired-looking block can hide bigger repair bills.
Bentley homes are close to town and hold their value, so buyers often move fast. That is when problems get missed. Our registered builders go through the roof, the structure, the wet areas and any additions, and tell you what needs doing now and what can wait. You get a plain-English 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 Bentley Building & Pest Inspection
Comprehensive Pre Purchase Building Inspections
Every Bentley 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 Bentley’s post-war homes, our builder-inspectors look for asbestos-cement sheeting, then check roof condition, old plumbing and unapproved additions, and on older units we check shared roofs and drainage.
Compliant with AS 4349.1–2007.
Termite & Pest Inspection Bentley
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.
Bentley has mature gardens, older timber roof framing and post-war homes with timber floors and additions, all of which suit termites. We check roof voids, subfloors, garden beds and any timber touching the ground.
Compliant with Australian Standard AS 4349.3–2010.
Detailed Photo Report
Your Bentley 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 Bentley cost?
Our building and pest inspection in Bentley 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 Bentley, East Victoria Park, St James, Welshpool, Karawara, Cannington and Wilson and the surrounding inner south-eastern 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 Bentley 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 Bentley?
Yes. Bentley’s post-war homes have had decades of garden watering and timber ageing in the roof and subfloor, and termites take advantage. Our building and pest inspection covers timber pests as standard. See what termite damage looks like.
Which suburbs around Bentley do you cover?
We cover all of Bentley (6102) and the suburbs around it, including East Victoria Park, St James, Welshpool, Karawara, Cannington and Wilson. We inspect right across the South East & Canning 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 Bentley?
Ask when the home was built, because Bentley has 1940s to 60s homes with asbestos-cement sheeting in walls and eaves. Check the roof, gutters and old plumbing. Look for cracks in walls, additions that may not be approved, and damp in wet areas. For units and villas, ask about shared roofs, drainage and strata records. Our checklist of what to check before buying covers the rest.
I’m building a new home in Bentley. 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.
Should I get an inspection on an older unit or villa in Bentley?
Yes. Older units and villas have shared roofs, drainage and common property, and problems in one part can become a bill for everyone. We inspect your unit and the accessible common areas, so you know what is wrong before you buy.
How do I book a building inspector in Bentley?
Book online at wabuildinginspections.com.au in under 60 seconds, or call 1300 23 63 63. Choose Bentley, pick your inspection type and a time, and we’ll take it from there.
Other Bentley 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.



