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Glendalough’s #1 Rated Building and Pest Inspection
Glendalough sits about 6 km north-west of the Perth CBD, on land that was part of Perth’s original wetland system before European settlement and still borders Herdsman Lake today. First granted to Thomas Helms in 1837 as Helmsville, it was renamed Glendalough in the 1890s by the Oblates of Mary Immaculate after the Irish monastic site, and St Kevin’s Industrial School followed in 1898. The suburb’s housing stock really dates from 1949, when the State Housing Commission began building here ahead of the suburb’s official gazettal in 1954, and pockets of Glendalough Open Space, Glendalough Reserve and Cayley Reserve still mark out the old wetland edges.
The three defect categories we see most in Glendalough homes are asbestos-cement materials, ageing state housing construction, and damp near wetland remnants. Homes from the late 1940s and 1950s Commission-built era commonly used asbestos-cement sheeting in walls, eaves and fencing. That original construction is now more than 70 years old, and we regularly find roof and structural wear that’s overdue for proper repair. Properties near Herdsman Lake or the remnant reserves can also hold more moisture in the ground, which shows up as damp in subfloors and lower brickwork.
Housing this old, on ground this close to a wetland, needs more than a surface check. Our registered builders assess the structure, materials and moisture together, not as separate issues, so you understand the whole picture. The report is in your hands 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 Glendalough Building & Pest Inspection
Comprehensive Pre Purchase Building Inspections
Every Glendalough 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 Glendalough’s original Commission-built homes, our builder-inspectors check roof structure and cladding against 1950s standards, and pay close attention to subfloor moisture on properties near Herdsman Lake or the suburb’s remnant wetland reserves.
Compliant with AS 4349.1–2007.
Termite & Pest Inspection Glendalough
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.
Glendalough’s closeness to Herdsman Lake and its remnant wetland reserves keeps the ground damper than much of the surrounding area, which suits termites alongside the suburb’s original ageing timber. 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 Glendalough 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 Glendalough cost?
Our building and pest inspection in Glendalough 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 Glendalough, Herdsman, Osborne Park, Joondanna, Wembley and Mount Hawthorn and the surrounding inner 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 Glendalough 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 Glendalough?
Yes. Glendalough’s homes date mostly from the late 1940s and 1950s, with original timber that’s had decades of exposure, and the suburb’s closeness to Herdsman Lake and its wetland reserves keeps the ground damp. 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 Glendalough do you cover?
We cover all of Glendalough (6016) and the suburbs around it, including Herdsman, Osborne Park, Joondanna, Wembley and Mount Hawthorn. 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 Glendalough?
Treat wall cladding, eaves and fencing as possible asbestos-cement until confirmed, since this was standard in the Commission-built era. Check the roof space and subfloor for wear consistent with a home over 70 years old. Look for damp staining in lower brickwork, particularly on properties near Herdsman Lake or the reserve boundaries. Ask about renovation history too, since older homes this close to the city are often extended more than once. Our checklist of what to check before buying covers the rest.
I’m building a new home in Glendalough. 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 Herdsman Lake mean higher moisture risk for Glendalough properties?
It can. Ground near the lake and the suburb’s remnant wetland reserves tends to stay damper for longer after rain, which puts extra pressure on subfloor ventilation and drainage around older homes. Our registered builders check for damp and poor subfloor airflow specifically on Glendalough properties near the lake or reserves, alongside the usual structural and asbestos checks for a home this age.
How do I book a building inspector in Glendalough?
Book online at wabuildinginspections.com.au in under 60 seconds, or call 1300 23 63 63. Choose Glendalough, pick your inspection type and a time, and we’ll take it from there.
Other Glendalough 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.



