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Stratton’s #1 Rated Building and Pest Inspection
Stratton is a small, tightly packed suburb in the City of Swan, about 25 km north-east of the Perth CBD and right on the edge of Midland. It was known as Wexcombe until 1989, when the area was renamed to honour local farmer and businessman John Peter Stratton. At just 2.59 square kilometres, it’s one of the more compact suburbs in the area, with established homes on modest blocks that suit young families and first-home buyers. A railway crossing on Toodyay Road, next to Reid Highway, marks the suburb’s edge, and Midland’s shopping centre, hospital and the Swan Valley wine region are all a short drive away.
The three defect categories we see most in Stratton homes are asbestos-cement materials, ageing roofs, and termite and timber pest activity. Many of the suburb’s established homes were built well before today’s standards, and fibro sheeting turns up often in eaves, garages and older additions. Roofs on these older homes are due, or overdue, for proper attention, and we check tiles, battens and flashings rather than just glancing at the surface. Being close to the Swan Valley’s established gardens and mature trees, timber pests are a genuine risk, and we check subfloors and roof timbers carefully.
Buying an affordable, established home in Stratton still means buying decades of wear and previous repairs, some done properly and some not. Our registered builders separate the two so you know exactly what you are taking on, with your report in hand 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 Stratton Building & Pest Inspection
Comprehensive Pre Purchase Building Inspections
Every Stratton 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 Stratton’s older established homes, our builder-inspectors check roof framing, tiles and battens closely, and look hard at any additions or repairs carried out over the years, since a tidy paint job here often sits over old patch-up work.
Compliant with AS 4349.1–2007.
Termite & Pest Inspection Stratton
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.
Stratton’s established gardens and mature trees, close to the Swan Valley, give termites plenty of cover near older homes. We check subfloors, roof timbers and garden beds hard against the walls, where reticulation keeps the soil damp.
Compliant with Australian Standard AS 4349.3–2010.
Detailed Photo Report
Your Stratton 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 Stratton cost?
Our building and pest inspection in Stratton 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 Stratton, Middle Swan, Jane Brook, Midvale and Swan View and the surrounding eastern suburbs near Midland.
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 Stratton 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 Stratton?
Yes. Stratton’s older housing stock and established gardens are exactly the conditions termites look for. Our $499 + GST building and pest inspection checks the whole property for activity and damage, with your report within 24 hours. See what termite damage looks like.
Which suburbs around Stratton do you cover?
We cover all of Stratton (6056) and the suburbs around it, including Middle Swan, Jane Brook, Midvale and Swan View. We inspect right across the Hills & Eastern Suburbs 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 Stratton?
Check the roof first on any established Stratton home, since ageing tiles, battens and flashings are common on older housing stock. Look at eaves, garages and any older additions for fibro sheeting that may contain asbestos. Ask about the history of extensions or renovations, since Stratton’s affordability often means homes have been added onto more than once. Get the subfloor checked for damp and termite activity, particularly if the garden sits close to the walls. Our checklist of what to check before buying covers the rest.
I’m building a new home in Stratton. 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.
Stratton was known as Wexcombe until 1989. Does that history affect what I should look for when buying?
The 1989 renaming doesn’t change the building itself, but it’s a reminder that many Stratton homes have been standing for decades under one name or another. That means original roofs, ageing wiring and plumbing, and asbestos-cement materials in older sections are all realistic possibilities. Our registered builders assess the home on its actual condition, not its age on paper, and flag what needs fixing now versus what can wait.
How do I book a building inspector in Stratton?
Book online at wabuildinginspections.com.au in under 60 seconds, or call 1300 23 63 63. Choose Stratton, pick your inspection type and a time, and we’ll take it from there.
Other Stratton 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.



