This Roof Looks Fine From a Distance – Until You Get Up There in Cannington

by Sure Tech | Dec 18, 2025 | Building Inspections, New Construction Inspections

– KEY TAKEAWAYS This home was presented as ready for handover, yet a practical completion inspection revealed multiple compliance and performance defects. Missing termite protection, damp proofing, weep holes and incomplete services indicate poor workmanship and...

This Window Failed in Seconds – A Perth Building Inspection That Raises Serious Questions

by Sure Tech | Dec 18, 2025 | Building Inspections, New Construction Inspections

– KEY TAKEAWAYS A simple window water test failed almost immediately, allowing water to pour directly into the wall cavity. Black mould and timber deterioration were already present, indicating long-term moisture ingress and clear breaches of AS1684 and the...

Building Inspection Perth: The Shocking Defects Another Inspector Completely Missed

by Sure Tech | Dec 18, 2025 | Building Inspections, New Construction Inspections

– KEY TAKEAWAYS Not all building inspections are equal. This property passed a building inspection despite serious structural, fixing, and damp proofing defects being completely missed. Basic compliance issues can cost buyers thousands. Missing slab fixings,...

Builder Says It’s Finished — You Won’t Believe What We Found

by Russell | Jun 19, 2025 | New Construction Inspections

– KEY TAKEAWAYS Many Perth homes are being handed over with major defects during PCI (Practical Completion Inspections). Builders are rushing to hand over homes that are nowhere near complete. WA Building Inspections Perth helps uncover hidden issues before you...

Weep Hole Placement EXPOSED: Why So Many Builders Get It Wrong (And Why It Matters)

by Sure Tech | Jun 5, 2025 | Building Inspections, New Construction Inspections

– KEY TAKEAWAYS Weep holes should be positioned at the minus one course, not on the footing. Many builders and engineers still incorrectly place them at the lowest point. Placement is clearly defined in NCC, AS3700, and AS4773 standards. Misplaced weep holes can...

The Building Inspection That Forced the Builder to Demolish a Brand-New House

by Russell | Oct 11, 2024 | Building Inspections, Defects Uncovered, Dodgy Builders, New Construction Inspections

– KEY TAKEAWAYS Even brand-new homes can hide serious structural flaws that only a building inspection can uncover. Skipping a building inspection could cost you more than just repairs—it could mean demolition. Thorough inspections with video evidence provide...