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Fairbridge’s #1 Rated Building and Pest Inspection
Fairbridge is a rural locality in the Shire of Murray, near Pinjarra, and it is defined by one place: Fairbridge Village. The Fairbridge Farm School opened there on 19 October 1912, and the 30-hectare site now holds 55 heritage-listed buildings, ten newer structures and 23 self-contained cottages. The site was heritage listed in December 1997 and became a State Registered Place in 1998. Herbert Baker designed the chapel, completed in 1930 and 1931. There’s an oval, pool and tennis courts too.
The three defect categories we see most in Fairbridge properties are termite and rot in old timber buildings, ageing roofing and asbestos-era materials, and alterations that don’t respect heritage constraints. Buildings from the early and mid twentieth century have had decades of moisture, and timber floors, verandah posts and window frames suffer. Roofs and wall sheeting from that period may contain asbestos, which needs careful handling. Older buildings that have been altered over the years may also be missing approvals, or have work that clashes with heritage requirements.
Buying a heritage-influenced property calls for a builder who can read old construction, tell original fabric from later patchwork and spot what a quick cosmetic clean-up has covered. Our registered builders inspect the structure, timber, roof and additions, and you get your 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 Fairbridge Building & Pest Inspection
Comprehensive Pre Purchase Building Inspections
Every Fairbridge 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 Fairbridge’s older and heritage-listed buildings, our builder-inspectors read the original construction, then check timber floors, roofing, sheeting and any alterations for condition and approval status.
Compliant with AS 4349.1–2007.
Termite & Pest Inspection Fairbridge
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.
Fairbridge’s early timber buildings, mature trees and garden beds give termites a long list of ways in, and older timber floors and posts are the first to suffer. We check subfloors, framing and roof voids for activity and past damage.
Compliant with Australian Standard AS 4349.3–2010.
Detailed Photo Report
Your Fairbridge 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 Fairbridge cost?
Our building and pest inspection in Fairbridge 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 Fairbridge, Pinjarra, Blythewood, Marrinup and Oakley and the surrounding heritage rural Peel localities.
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 Fairbridge 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 Fairbridge?
Yes. Fairbridge has many early twentieth century timber buildings, and older timber near mature trees and damp ground is prime termite territory. We check the structure and any accessible outbuildings. See what termite damage looks like.
Which suburbs around Fairbridge do you cover?
We cover all of Fairbridge (6208) and the suburbs around it, including Pinjarra, Blythewood, Marrinup and Oakley. 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 Fairbridge?
Check timber floors, posts and window frames for soft spots and past termite damage. Look at the roof and any wall sheeting, and ask whether asbestos is present. Check that extensions and alterations were approved, especially anything near heritage-listed fabric. Ask what maintenance has been done over the past decade. Our checklist of what to check before buying covers the rest.
I’m building a new home in Fairbridge. 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 heritage listing at Fairbridge affect what I can do to a building?
Yes. Fairbridge Village is heritage listed and a State Registered Place, so changes to listed buildings can face extra approvals and conditions. That affects repairs, extensions and even roofing choices. Check the listing status with the Shire before you buy, and use our inspection to understand what condition work is needed first.
How do I book a building inspector in Fairbridge?
Book online at wabuildinginspections.com.au in under 60 seconds, or call 1300 23 63 63. Choose Fairbridge, pick your inspection type and a time, and we’ll take it from there.
Other Fairbridge 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.



