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Bicton’s #1 Rated Building and Pest Inspection
Bicton is one of the hilliest riverside suburbs in Perth, sitting on limestone base-rock with the Swan River to the north. Point Walter Reserve takes up much of the northern third, and Castle Hill is the high point. The suburb started with a large vineyard in the 1830s and stayed rural until the former Bicton Racecourse was subdivided in 1919. Castle Hill followed in 1921, and there was big growth after World War II. That gives you a real mix, from inter-war homes to post-war brick and newer rebuilds. Bicton Baths and the heritage-listed Leopold Hotel are local landmarks.
The three defect categories we see most in Bicton homes are cracking on sloping limestone blocks, ageing roofs and roof plumbing, and damp in older walls and sub-floors. Sloping blocks mean retaining walls, split levels and footings under stress, and cracks can be more than cosmetic. Homes from the 1920s to the 1950s often have worn tiles, rusted gutters and failing flashings. Limestone ground and river air pull moisture into walls and floors, so we see damp and weep hole problems. Our weep holes and damp guide covers what to watch for.
Bicton is affluent, and many homes have been renovated or rebuilt. That is exactly where hidden problems sit. A registered builder checks the structure, roof space and sub-floor, and knows how to spot patched cracking and cosmetic upgrades. Your report is with you 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 Bicton Building & Pest Inspection
Comprehensive Pre Purchase Building Inspections
Every Bicton 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 Bicton’s hilly limestone blocks, our builder-inspectors check retaining walls, footings and floor levels, then work through roofs and damp in the older inter-war and post-war homes.
Compliant with AS 4349.1–2007.
Termite & Pest Inspection Bicton
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.
Bicton has established gardens, mature trees and a lot of older timber in inter-war and post-war homes. Bushland and reserve edges around Point Walter add to the pressure, so we check sub-floors, roof voids and fences carefully.
Compliant with Australian Standard AS 4349.3–2010.
Detailed Photo Report
Your Bicton 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 Bicton cost?
Our building and pest inspection in Bicton 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 Bicton, East Fremantle, Attadale, Palmyra and Melville and the surrounding riverside western 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 Bicton 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 Bicton?
Yes. Bicton has older homes with original timber framing, mature gardens and reserve bushland nearby, all of which attract termites. A timber pest inspection is included in our building and pest package. See what termite damage looks like.
Which suburbs around Bicton do you cover?
We cover all of Bicton (6157) and the suburbs around it, including East Fremantle, Attadale, Palmyra and Melville. We inspect right across the South & Fremantle Corridor 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 Bicton?
Check retaining walls, floor levels and cracking on sloping blocks. Look at the roof and gutters, especially on older homes. Check the bottom of walls and the sub-floor for damp. Ask about renovations and rebuilds, and whether approvals were in place. Our checklist of what to check before buying covers the rest.
I’m building a new home in Bicton. 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 limestone and sloping blocks cause problems in Bicton?
They can. Much of Bicton sits on limestone base-rock, and it is one of the hilliest riverside suburbs in Perth. Sloping blocks lean on retaining walls and footings, and limestone can hold and move moisture. We check retaining walls, cracking and floor levels, and flag anything that needs an engineer.
How do I book a building inspector in Bicton?
Book online at wabuildinginspections.com.au in under 60 seconds, or call 1300 23 63 63. Choose Bicton, pick your inspection type and a time, and we’ll take it from there.
Other Bicton 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.



