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Mount Richon’s #1 Rated Building and Pest Inspection
Mount Richon is a foothills suburb in the City of Armadale, about 30 km south-south-east of the Perth CBD and 2 km south-east of Armadale. The area has layers of history: 1840s mining, the Armadale Brickworks, the old Richon vineyards and the Schoenstatt Shrine built around 1990. Housing follows the same layers. There is some older stock from the 1930s, suburban streets around Tredale Avenue from after 1957, a northern section built through the 1960s to 1980s, and 1990s development on semi-rural lots. Neerigen Brook and several seasonal streams cross the area, and Bungendore Park sits next door, with kangaroos visiting regularly.
The three defect categories we see most in Mount Richon homes are drainage problems near creeks and streams, asbestos-era materials, and bushfire-related construction issues. Brooks and seasonal springs mean water is always moving through the area, so we check levels, subfloor damp and how stormwater leaves each block. Homes from the 1930s through to the 1980s often have asbestos-cement in eaves, wet areas and fences. Bushfires have come through from Bedfordale on easterly winds, so the home’s setting and construction matter.
With homes from four or five different eras on the same few streets, no two inspections look alike. Our registered builders adjust to what is in front of them, from an old timber-framed house to a 1990s brick home on a big lot. You get a plain-English 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 Mount Richon Building & Pest Inspection
Comprehensive Pre Purchase Building Inspections
Every Mount Richon 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 Mount Richon’s mix of 1930s, 1960s to 80s and 1990s homes, our builder-inspectors check drainage near the brook and seasonal streams, then look at older materials and how each home sits against the bush.
Compliant with AS 4349.1–2007.
Termite & Pest Inspection Mount Richon
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.
Mount Richon has bush regrowth, brook and stream corridors, mature trees and older timber homes, all of which suit termites. We check subfloors, roof voids, timber fencing and garden beds.
Compliant with Australian Standard AS 4349.3–2010.
Detailed Photo Report
Your Mount Richon 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 Mount Richon cost?
Our building and pest inspection in Mount Richon 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 Mount Richon, Armadale, Mount Nasura, Bedfordale and Wungong and the surrounding Armadale foothills 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 Mount Richon 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 Mount Richon?
Yes. Mount Richon backs onto bushland and has older timber and mixed-era homes, plus damp ground along Neerigen Brook. Termites thrive in exactly that setting, so a pest inspection is part of our building and pest package. See what termite damage looks like.
Which suburbs around Mount Richon do you cover?
We cover all of Mount Richon (6112) and the suburbs around it, including Armadale, Mount Nasura, Bedfordale and Wungong. We inspect right across the South East & Canning 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 Mount Richon?
Ask when the home was built, because Mount Richon has stock from the 1930s through to the 1990s. Check drainage and subfloor damp, especially near the brook and seasonal streams. Look at the roof, eaves and any asbestos-cement sheeting. Check how the home sits against the bush and look at eaves, vents and decking. Our checklist of what to check before buying covers the rest.
I’m building a new home in Mount Richon. 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 living near Neerigen Brook cause building problems in Mount Richon?
It can. Water moves through the area in winter, so poor drainage, damp subfloors and saturated ground around footings are all possible. We check levels, downpipes and underfloor areas and tell you if anything needs fixing.
How do I book a building inspector in Mount Richon?
Book online at wabuildinginspections.com.au in under 60 seconds, or call 1300 23 63 63. Choose Mount Richon, pick your inspection type and a time, and we’ll take it from there.
Other Mount Richon 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.



