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Coodanup’s #1 Rated Building and Pest Inspection
Coodanup sits on the eastern side of Mandurah in the City of Mandurah, with the Serpentine River along its eastern edge and the Harvey Estuary to the south. The suburb was established in 1956, and the name is thought to come from ‘Colanup’, a Noongar word recorded by Lieutenant Henry Bunbury in 1836 for the Serpentine River mouth. Jetties line the water near the river mouth. It covers 7.8 km2 and sits beside Mandurah, Greenfields, Dudley Park, Barragup and Furnissdale, so it takes in a lot of older, established housing.
The three defect categories we see most in Coodanup homes are ageing fibro and timber, damp and drainage problems, and worn roofs and gutters. A suburb established in 1956 means many of its earlier homes are from the postwar decades, and those commonly used asbestos-cement sheeting and timber floors that have had a long time to age. With a river and estuary on two sides, low ground and high groundwater keep the soil damp, so we look at wall bases, subfloors and drainage. Roofs, eaves and gutters on older homes are usually well past their best.
Renovated older homes can look good in listing photos while the problems sit under the floor or above the ceiling. Our registered builders get into the roof space and subfloor and check the areas most likely to have moved or gone damp. We also check whether extensions and patios were approved. Your report arrives 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 Coodanup Building & Pest Inspection
Comprehensive Pre Purchase Building Inspections
Every Coodanup 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 Coodanup’s older estuary-edge homes, our builder-inspectors check for asbestos sheeting, timber floors, subfloor damp and how the yard drains, because the low ground near the river and Harvey Estuary holds moisture.
Compliant with AS 4349.1–2007.
Termite & Pest Inspection Coodanup
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.
Coodanup’s low, damp ground near the Serpentine River and Harvey Estuary, along with mature gardens and older timber, is good termite country. We check subfloors, timber fences and garden beds against the walls.
Compliant with Australian Standard AS 4349.3–2010.
Detailed Photo Report
Your Coodanup 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 Coodanup cost?
Our building and pest inspection in Coodanup 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 Coodanup, Mandurah, Greenfields, Barragup, Dudley Park and Furnissdale and the surrounding estuary-edge Mandurah 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 Coodanup 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 Coodanup?
Yes. Coodanup’s older homes have had decades to attract timber pests, and the damp soil near the estuary and river helps them. Our $499 + GST building and pest inspection covers termites and all timber pest, with your report within 24 hours. See what termite damage looks like.
Which suburbs around Coodanup do you cover?
We cover all of Coodanup (6210) and the suburbs around it, including Mandurah, Greenfields, Barragup, Dudley Park and Furnissdale. We inspect right across the Peel Region & Rockingham to Mandurah 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 Coodanup?
Ask the age of the home, since Coodanup was established in 1956 and many homes are older stock. Check for asbestos sheeting and timber floors. Look for damp at wall bases and in the subfloor. Check roof, eaves and gutters, and see how water drains away from the house. Our checklist of what to check before buying covers the rest.
I’m building a new home in Coodanup. 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.
Does being near the Serpentine River and Harvey Estuary affect homes in Coodanup?
Yes. Low ground close to the water can mean higher groundwater, damp subfloors and drainage problems, and some flooding risk in wet years. We check wall bases, subfloor moisture and how the yard drains, so you know how the property handles the water.
How do I book a building inspector in Coodanup?
Book online at wabuildinginspections.com.au in under 60 seconds, or call 1300 23 63 63. Choose Coodanup, pick your inspection type and a time, and we’ll take it from there.
Other Coodanup 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.



