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Cannington’s #1 Rated Building and Pest Inspection
Cannington is exactly the type of established Perth suburb where a proper building and pest inspection in Perth matters.
This is not just a suburb of new estates and clean display homes. Buyers in Cannington are often looking at older brick-and-tile homes, villas, townhouses, subdivided blocks, renovated rentals, investment properties and homes close to East Cannington, Queens Park, Beckenham, Wilson, Bentley and Welshpool.
That mixed housing stock is where hidden defects are common. Older tiled roofs can look fine from the street but hide broken tiles, poor roof cover, damaged valleys, sagging roof members or years of patch-up work. Wet areas can look recently renovated but still leak behind the walls. External drainage can push water back toward the slab. Garden beds, timber fences and built-up soil levels can create termite-conducive conditions before the buyer sees any obvious sign inside the home.
We have already documented real local roof defects in our Cannington roof inspection defect case study. That is the whole point of using an inspector who actually understands construction. What looks neat in the listing photos can tell a completely different story once the roof space, wet areas, exterior, drainage and pest-risk areas are inspected properly.
The difference with WA Building Inspections is simple: our inspectors are licensed registered builders (BP104751). Real Builders. Better Inspections. We know how these homes were built, where shortcuts are usually hidden and what defects actually mean before you commit to the purchase.
What’s Included in Your Cannington Building & Pest Inspection
Comprehensive Pre Purchase Building Inspections
Because our inspectors are licensed registered builders, we do not treat a Cannington inspection like a basic checklist. We inspect the property as builders who understand how roof structures, drainage, wet areas, foundations, external walls, roof spaces and termite-risk areas should perform.
On older Cannington homes, we pay close attention to tiled roof condition, roof frame movement, ceiling stains, cracking, drainage falls, wet area leaks, deteriorated eaves, asbestos-era materials, non-compliant additions, poor ventilation, settlement indicators and any visible signs of past or active moisture damage.
If you are comparing inspection types, start with our comprehensive pre purchase building inspection in Perth or the combined pre purchase building and pest inspection Perth.
For higher-risk properties, older homes or homes where roof, moisture or hidden defects are a concern, the advanced building and pest inspection with thermal imaging is the better option.
We report on structural defects, safety hazards, moisture damage, drainage issues, roof defects, termite-conducive conditions and non-compliant workmanship in plain English, with photographs of every finding.
Compliant with AS 4349.1–2007.
Termite & Pest Inspection Cannington
Cannington and the surrounding Canning suburbs have the exact mix of conditions that make a proper pest inspection and termite inspection in Perth important: established homes, mature trees, older fences, garden beds built against walls, damp external areas, storage against buildings, older timber elements and renovations that can conceal past damage.
We pay particular attention to termite-conducive areas around slab edges, garden beds, retaining areas, fences, timber posts, moisture sources, subfloor or roof-space access points where available, and any visible evidence of previous termite treatment or damage.
“A termite inspection is not just looking for live termites. It is looking for the conditions that invite them in. That is where a lot of cheap inspections fall short.”— Russell McCarthy, Lead Building Inspector, WA Building Inspections Perth
Compliant with Australian Standard AS 4349.3–2010.
Detailed Photo Report
Your full report is delivered within 24 hours of inspection completion. For Cannington properties, our report clearly documents defects that matter for pre-purchase decisions, including roof condition, cracking, moisture, drainage, wet area concerns, pest-risk conditions, likely asbestos-containing materials and any visible non-compliant work.
The report is written in plain English with photographs, clear defect descriptions and practical comments so you understand what is minor, what needs further investigation and what could become expensive after settlement.
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What We’ve Found in Cannington & Nearby Properties
What Cannington & South East Perth Clients Say
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a building and pest inspection in Cannington cost?
Our combined building and pest inspection is $499 + GST. The advanced building and pest inspection with thermal imaging is $699 + GST.
Pricing is fixed with no hidden travel surcharge for Cannington.
For the full breakdown, view our building inspection prices in Perth page.
Do I need a termite inspection in Cannington?
Yes. A termite inspection in Perth is strongly recommended for Cannington because many properties are established, landscaped, renovated or built with conditions that can attract termites.
Even if no active termites are found, identifying termite-conducive conditions before settlement can save you from expensive repairs later.
Which suburbs near Cannington do you cover?
We cover Cannington, East Cannington, Queens Park, Beckenham, Wilson, Bentley, Welshpool, St James, Kenwick, Maddington, Ferndale, Lynwood, Parkwood, Riverton, Shelley and the wider South East Perth and Canning building inspection region.
What are the most common defects in Cannington homes?
Common issues include roof tile defects, roof frame movement, poor drainage, cracked paving or walls, moisture staining, wet area leaks, asbestos-era materials, termite-conducive conditions, old electrical or plumbing work, and non-compliant renovations.
The biggest risk is assuming a tidy presentation means the home is structurally sound. Many defects only show up once the roof space, external drainage, wet areas and pest-risk areas are inspected properly.
Is asbestos a concern in Cannington properties?
Yes, especially in homes built or renovated before the late 1980s. Likely asbestos-containing materials may be found in eaves, wall linings, fencing, wet area linings, external cladding and older additions.
A building inspection does not replace laboratory testing, but it can identify likely asbestos-containing materials so you know what may need specialist confirmation before renovation or removal work.
Can I negotiate after a building and pest inspection in Cannington?
Yes. If defects are found, your report gives you photographic evidence and plain-English defect descriptions that can support repair requests, further quotes or price negotiations.
We created a detailed guide on how to negotiate after a building and pest inspection because this is one of the most common questions Perth buyers ask.
Is a building inspection legally required when buying in Cannington?
No, but it is strongly recommended. Your offer should normally include a suitable building inspection clause so you have a clear process if significant defects are found.
A Cannington property can look clean during the home open and still have roof, moisture, drainage, termite-risk or structural concerns that are expensive after settlement.
Do you inspect units, villas and townhouses in Cannington?
Yes. We inspect houses, villas, units, townhouses and investment properties across Cannington. Strata-style properties can still have roof, waterproofing, drainage, cracking, moisture and pest-risk issues that buyers should understand before settlement.
What makes WA Building Inspections different?
Our inspectors are licensed registered builders (BP104751). Real Builders. Better Inspections. That means we understand how buildings are constructed, where builders cut corners and what defects look like before they become expensive problems.
We are Perth’s #1 rated building inspection company, with more than 700 five-star Google reviews, a Price Beat Guarantee and detailed reports delivered within 24 hours.
How do I book a building inspector in Cannington?
Book online through our building inspection booking form in under 60 seconds — select your location, choose your inspection type, pick a date and you are confirmed instantly. Same-day inspections are available in most cases.
You can also call 1300 23 63 63, 7 days a week.
Other Cannington 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.



