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Medina’s #1 Rated Building and Pest Inspection
Medina is about 32 km south of the Perth CBD in the City of Kwinana, and it is one of the oldest planned suburbs in the area. It was established in 1951 and laid out by Perth’s first female town planner, Margaret Feilman, as the first of Kwinana’s four planned neighbourhood units, built to house workers for the industrial strip next door. Most lots run to 730 square metres or more, so the blocks are generous, and Chalk Hill Lookout gives you a view back over the suburb.
The three defect categories we see most in Medina homes are asbestos sheeting, timber floor and frame decay, and roof and gutter wear. The original State Housing Commission homes were typically jarrah weatherboard to window height with asbestos sheeting above, so any renovation or damaged eave needs care. Those jarrah frames and floors are tough, but damp subfloors, leaking wet areas and old plumbing take their toll over seventy years. Original roofs and gutters have had decades of weather, so rusted sheets, cracked pointing and blocked downpipes are common.
A 1950s house that looks freshly painted can hide unlicensed patch jobs, extensions built without approval and moisture that has been working on the timber for years. A registered builder reads the whole building: subfloor, roof space, wall linings and additions. You also get a clear answer on what the asbestos means for your renovation plans and budget, with 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 Medina Building & Pest Inspection
Comprehensive Pre Purchase Building Inspections
Every Medina 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 Medina’s original State Housing Commission homes, our builder-inspectors focus on asbestos sheeting condition, jarrah subfloor timbers and old wet areas, and on how far unapproved extensions have drifted from the original design.
Compliant with AS 4349.1–2007.
Termite & Pest Inspection Medina
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.
Medina’s older jarrah frames and floors, mature garden trees and long-established timber fences give termites plenty of feed, and a damp subfloor makes it worse. We check subfloor timbers, roof voids and garden beds hard against the walls.
Compliant with Australian Standard AS 4349.3–2010.
Detailed Photo Report
Your Medina 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 Medina cost?
Our building and pest inspection in Medina 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 Medina, Kwinana Beach, Postans, Orelia, Parmelia and Calista and the surrounding southern State Housing Commission 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 Medina 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 Medina?
Yes. Medina’s homes date from the early 1950s and many still have timber floors and frames, which is prime feed for termites, particularly where the subfloor is damp. Our $499 + GST building and pest inspection covers timber pest with your report within 24 hours. See what termite damage looks like.
Which suburbs around Medina do you cover?
We cover all of Medina (6167) and the suburbs around it, including Kwinana Beach, Postans, Orelia, Parmelia and Calista. 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 Medina?
Ask early whether the home has original asbestos sheeting and what condition it is in. Look at floors for softness, sag or cracking and check for damp in the subfloor. Check whether any extension or patio has approval. Inspect the roof and gutters for rust and blocked drainage. Our checklist of what to check before buying covers the rest.
I’m building a new home in Medina. 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 original 1950s Medina homes likely to contain asbestos?
Yes, it is likely. Original State Housing Commission homes here typically used asbestos sheeting above the jarrah weatherboards. Sound, undisturbed sheeting is a manageable risk, but drilling, sanding or breaking it is not. We flag where it is and what condition it is in so you can plan before you renovate.
How do I book a building inspector in Medina?
Book online at wabuildinginspections.com.au in under 60 seconds, or call 1300 23 63 63. Choose Medina, pick your inspection type and a time, and we’ll take it from there.
Other Medina 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.



