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Doubleview’s #1 Rated Building and Pest Inspection
Doubleview sits about 11 km north-west of the Perth CBD, named for its views of both the Indian Ocean to the west and the Darling Range to the east. The land was a dairy farm until 1910, when developer Charles Stoneman subdivided it, and after a slow start under later owners, Dudley and Dwyer picked up the southern portion in 1926 and gave the suburb its name. The bigger change came after World War II, when the state government built timber-frame houses for returning soldiers in the northern section, many later replaced or re-clad in brick and tile as the suburb matured around Scarborough Beach Road.
The three defect categories we see most in Doubleview homes are timber-frame construction from the post-war years, asbestos-cement materials, and ageing roof structures. Original post-war timber-frame homes, where they survive, need careful checking of stumps, bearers and joists for rot and movement. Homes from that era through the 1960s commonly used asbestos-cement sheeting in cladding, eaves and fencing, including on homes later re-clad in brick. We also regularly find roof undulation in original tile roofs that have never been properly restrapped.
A suburb built up in stages after the war often has homes that were altered more than once, sometimes without much record of what changed. Our registered builders trace the structure back through those changes so you know exactly what you’re inheriting. Your report lands 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 Doubleview Building & Pest Inspection
Comprehensive Pre Purchase Building Inspections
Every Doubleview 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 Doubleview’s post-war homes, our builder-inspectors check original timber-frame elements like stumps and bearers where they remain, and confirm whether later brick cladding is cosmetic or genuinely structural, since both approaches turn up in this suburb.
Compliant with AS 4349.1–2007.
Termite & Pest Inspection Doubleview
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.
Doubleview’s older timber-frame subfloors and established gardens, some now more than 70 years old, give termites an easy path onto the property. We check subfloors, roof timbers and garden beds against the walls closely on every inspection.
Compliant with Australian Standard AS 4349.3–2010.
Detailed Photo Report
Your Doubleview 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 Doubleview cost?
Our building and pest inspection in Doubleview 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 Doubleview, Scarborough, Innaloo, Karrinyup, Wembley Downs and Woodlands and the surrounding 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 Doubleview 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 Doubleview?
Yes. Doubleview has original post-war timber-frame homes and later brick and tile builds, both with roof and subfloor timbers that have had decades of exposure. Our $499 + GST building and pest inspection covers the whole property, with your report within 24 hours. See what termite damage looks like.
Which suburbs around Doubleview do you cover?
We cover all of Doubleview (6018) and the suburbs around it, including Scarborough, Innaloo, Karrinyup, Wembley Downs and Woodlands. We inspect right across the North Metro & Northern Beaches 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 Doubleview?
Ask whether the home has original post-war timber framing or has been rebuilt in brick, since both exist here. Check stumps, bearers and joists for rot if any timber framing remains. Treat cladding, eaves and fencing as possible asbestos-cement until confirmed. Get into the roof space too, since original tile roofs from this era commonly show undulation from ageing battens and rafters. Our checklist of what to check before buying covers the rest.
I’m building a new home in Doubleview. 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.
Are there still original post-war timber homes standing in Doubleview, and do they need special checks?
Yes, a number remain, particularly in the northern section built for returning soldiers after World War II. These homes need their stumps, bearers and floor joists checked for rot and movement, which isn’t a concern in the later brick and tile stock. Our registered builders can tell you whether a timber-frame home is sound or needs significant subfloor work before you commit to buying.
How do I book a building inspector in Doubleview?
Book online at wabuildinginspections.com.au in under 60 seconds, or call 1300 23 63 63. Choose Doubleview, pick your inspection type and a time, and we’ll take it from there.
Other Doubleview 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.



