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Spearwood’s #1 Rated Building and Pest Inspection
Spearwood is about 18 km south of the Perth CBD, and it has deep roots in the market gardening history of the Swan Coastal Plain. Alfred Hooker and Charles Manning took up land in the 1850s, and in 1883 real estate agent James Morrison subdivided the Spearwood Estate. The suburb is named after the spearwood bush, a common shrub in the area, and it became one of Perth’s major market gardening districts. Manning Lake is the community focal point. Phoenix Shopping Centre and Stargate Spearwood are the commercial hubs, the City of Cockburn’s main offices are on Coleville Crescent, and the suburb has strong Croatian cultural facilities and sporting clubs.
The three defect categories we see most in Spearwood homes are limestone-related cracking, ageing roofs, and unapproved additions. Spearwood sits on the limestone ridge of the coastal plain, and footings, retaining walls and brickwork can crack where ground varies across a block. Older roofs have cracked tiles, failed flashings and rusted gutters. Former market garden blocks are often large, and owners have added extensions, patios and sheds over decades, so we check the quality of that work.
Spearwood has everything from early market garden homes to later suburban stock, and the age range matters. A registered builder reads the building for what it is, tells you what is cosmetic and what is structural, and puts a cost on it. 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 Spearwood Building & Pest Inspection
Comprehensive Pre Purchase Building Inspections
Every Spearwood 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 Spearwood’s older and larger blocks, our builder-inspectors check footings and retaining walls on limestone ground, then look at the roof structure and any extensions or sheds.
Compliant with AS 4349.1–2007.
Termite & Pest Inspection Spearwood
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.
Spearwood has older timber in roof frames, sheds and fences, plus mature gardens on large former market garden blocks. All of it suits termites. We check garden beds, fences, decking and roof void framing on every job.
Compliant with Australian Standard AS 4349.3–2010.
Detailed Photo Report
Your Spearwood 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 Spearwood cost?
Our building and pest inspection in Spearwood 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 Spearwood, Hamilton Hill, North Coogee, Coolbellup, Coogee, Bibra Lake and Yangebup and the surrounding established south-west 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 Spearwood 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 Spearwood?
Yes. Spearwood’s older homes, timber outbuildings and mature gardens give termites food and shelter. A timber pest inspection is included in our building and pest package. See what termite damage looks like.
Which suburbs around Spearwood do you cover?
We cover all of Spearwood (6163) and the suburbs around it, including Hamilton Hill, North Coogee, Coolbellup, Coogee, Bibra Lake and Yangebup. We inspect right across the South & Fremantle 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 Spearwood?
Start with the roof and gutters, then look for cracks in brickwork, footings and retaining walls. Ask whether extensions, patios and sheds were approved. Check the age of the home, as Spearwood has stock from several eras. Look at how the block is graded and whether any retaining walls are moving. Our checklist of what to check before buying covers the rest.
I’m building a new home in Spearwood. 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 limestone ground in Spearwood cause building problems?
It can. Spearwood sits on limestone ridge country, and footings, retaining walls and brickwork can crack where the ground varies. We check for cracking, movement and failing retaining walls, and tell you which ones matter.
How do I book a building inspector in Spearwood?
Book online at wabuildinginspections.com.au in under 60 seconds, or call 1300 23 63 63. Choose Spearwood, pick your inspection type and a time, and we’ll take it from there.
Other Spearwood 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.



