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Ravenswood’s #1 Rated Building and Pest Inspection
Ravenswood is a Murray River locality in the Shire of Murray, about 88 km south of the Perth CBD, 12 km south-east of Mandurah and 7 km north-west of Pinjarra. It grew out of a property set up by Adam Armstrong in the 1840s. Armstrong arrived with Thomas Peel aboard the Gilmore in 1829. The land was subdivided in the 1960s and the town was gazetted in 1970. It covers 53.1 square kilometres along Pinjarra Road at about 6 m elevation, and the 2021 population was 2,483.
The three defect categories we see most in Ravenswood homes are asbestos in 1960s and 1970s sheeting, damp on low river ground, and unapproved sheds and outbuildings. Homes built after the 1960s subdivision often used asbestos-cement sheeting, particularly in eaves, walls and sheds. Land close to the river sits low, so water lingers in winter and creeps into subfloors and slabs. Larger blocks collect sheds, carports and patios, and not all were built with approval.
Ravenswood blocks are big enough to hide a lot, and the older homes on them have been through more than fifty years of Peel winters. Mid-century sheeting, low ground and add-on structures are exactly where surprises turn up. Our registered builders walk the house and the outbuildings, check moisture and drainage, 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 Ravenswood Building & Pest Inspection
Comprehensive Pre Purchase Building Inspections
Every Ravenswood 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 Ravenswood’s 1960s and 1970s homes, our builder-inspectors check asbestos sheeting, subfloor moisture and site drainage, then work through the sheds and extensions on the larger blocks.
Compliant with AS 4349.1–2007.
Termite & Pest Inspection Ravenswood
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.
Ravenswood’s low river ground, mature trees and older timber outbuildings give termites and decay fungi a friendly environment. We check subfloors, stumps and the accessible outbuildings.
Compliant with Australian Standard AS 4349.3–2010.
Detailed Photo Report
Your Ravenswood 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 Ravenswood cost?
Our building and pest inspection in Ravenswood 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 Ravenswood, Barragup, Nambeelup, North Yunderup, South Yunderup, Pinjarra and West Pinjarra and the surrounding Murray River rural residential 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 Ravenswood 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 Ravenswood?
Yes. Ravenswood is low-lying land near the Murray River, with mature trees, timber fences and sheds across larger blocks. Termites need moisture and timber, and both are here. See what termite damage looks like.
Which suburbs around Ravenswood do you cover?
We cover all of Ravenswood (6208) and the suburbs around it, including Barragup, Nambeelup, North Yunderup, South Yunderup, Pinjarra and West Pinjarra. 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 Ravenswood?
Check for asbestos-cement sheeting in eaves, walls and sheds on homes from the 1960s and 1970s. Look at how water drains after rain, and check subfloors for damp. Confirm approvals for every shed, patio and extension. Ask how the property is serviced for water and wastewater. Our checklist of what to check before buying covers the rest.
I’m building a new home in Ravenswood. 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.
Do high water tables near the Murray River affect homes in Ravenswood?
They can. Ravenswood sits at about 6 m elevation on the banks of the Murray River, so winter groundwater can sit close to the surface. That leads to damp subfloors, soft ground and drainage problems. We check moisture, site drainage and slab condition, and flag anything needing a specialist.
How do I book a building inspector in Ravenswood?
Book online at wabuildinginspections.com.au in under 60 seconds, or call 1300 23 63 63. Choose Ravenswood, pick your inspection type and a time, and we’ll take it from there.
Other Ravenswood 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.



