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Wembley Downs’ #1 Rated Building and Pest Inspection
Wembley Downs is about 10 km west-north-west of the Perth CBD, and building here was never easy. Subdivision began in 1927, but thick virgin bush and limestone outcrops slowed everything down. In 1947 the Perth Road Board resumed about 600 blocks over unpaid rates and later sold them cheaply, and development picked up through the 1950s. By the 1970s the suburb was almost fully built. The street plan follows a 1960s garden suburb design, circling the intersection of Hale and Weaponess Roads, with Hale School and The Downs shopping centre nearby.
The three defect categories we see most in Wembley Downs homes are limestone retaining walls and sloping blocks, asbestos-cement sheeting and ageing roofs with dated extensions. Limestone country means cut and fill, retaining walls and drainage, and we check for cracking, leaning and water pooling. Homes built through the 1950s and 60s often used asbestos-cement sheeting in eaves and outbuildings. Older roofs, including terracotta and concrete tile roofs, and extensions from earlier decades tend to hide leaks and framing issues.
Wembley Downs homes carry a lot of value, and a lot of history in their walls. A registered builder can tell you what’s holding up, what’s been patched and what needs money spent soon. We inspect the roof space, subfloor, retaining and walls, and your report lands 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 Wembley Downs Building & Pest Inspection
Comprehensive Pre Purchase Building Inspections
Every Wembley Downs 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 Wembley Downs’ homes from the 1950s to 70s, our builder-inspectors check retaining walls, drainage and footings on limestone blocks, then the age and condition of roofs and earlier extensions.
Compliant with AS 4349.1–2007.
Termite & Pest Inspection Wembley Downs
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.
Established gardens and mature trees across Wembley Downs keep moisture near footings and fences, and older timber gives termites something to eat. We check subfloors, roof timbers, pergolas and any timber against garden beds.
Compliant with Australian Standard AS 4349.3–2010.
Detailed Photo Report
Your Wembley Downs 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 Wembley Downs cost?
Our building and pest inspection in Wembley Downs 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 Wembley Downs, Scarborough, Doubleview, Woodlands, Churchlands, Floreat and City Beach and the surrounding western 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 Wembley Downs 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 Wembley Downs?
Yes. Homes here range from the 1950s to 70s, so older timber and mature gardens are common. Our $499 + GST building and pest inspection checks for activity and damage, with your report within 24 hours. See what termite damage looks like.
Which suburbs around Wembley Downs do you cover?
We cover all of Wembley Downs (6019) and the suburbs around it, including Scarborough, Doubleview, Woodlands, Churchlands, Floreat and City Beach. We inspect right across the North Metro & Northern Beaches 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 Wembley Downs?
Check retaining walls and levels first, since limestone blocks are often cut and filled. Look at the roof for age, cracked tiles and rusted fixings. Treat older eaves and outbuildings as possible asbestos until confirmed. Ask about approvals for extensions and pools, and get someone into the roof space and subfloor to look at the framing. Our checklist of what to check before buying covers the rest.
I’m building a new home in Wembley Downs. 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 limestone blocks cause problems for Wembley Downs homes?
They can. Limestone outcrops made this suburb hard to build on from the start, and many blocks were cut, filled and retained. We check retaining walls for cracking, leaning and drainage failure, and look at footings and floors for movement. Limestone holds up well when it’s done properly, but poor retaining work costs money to fix.
How do I book a building inspector in Wembley Downs?
Book online at wabuildinginspections.com.au in under 60 seconds, or call 1300 23 63 63. Choose Wembley Downs, pick your inspection type and a time, and we’ll take it from there.
Other Wembley Downs 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.



