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- Providing Industry Leading Building Inspection and Pest Control Services to Perth and the South West
- Independent Building Inspectors
- All Inspectors are Registered Builders
- Real Building Knowledge and Experience
- Licensed Pest Control Company

Seller mentions they've had pets? Look at the base of the walls. 🐾The moisture meter told the story before the inspector...
04/06/2026

Seller mentions they've had pets? Look at the base of the walls. 🐾

The moisture meter told the story before the inspector even asked the question.

High readings at the base of every wall. A strong odour throughout the property. And a history that explained it all.

The previous owners had pets. Over time, urine had soaked through the floor coverings and into the subfloor. When the coverings were removed, a liquid cleaning compound was used to disinfect the floors and partway up the walls.

That combination left significant moisture trapped inside the wall base. What you're seeing is white mould as a result.

The inspector flagged it immediately for specialist assessment. A mould expert will need to confirm the extent and recommend treatment before this property should be considered safe to settle on.

💡 This is exactly why a pre-purchase inspection matters. The eye test alone wouldn't have caught this. It took a moisture meter, a trained inspector, and the right questions.

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Five build stages, five chances for things to go wrong. 🏗️In WA, every new build moves through five inspectable stages f...
03/06/2026

Five build stages, five chances for things to go wrong. 🏗️

In WA, every new build moves through five inspectable stages from slab to handover. Each one needs experienced eyes before the next stage covers it up. 👀

1️⃣ Slab. Once concrete goes down, what's underneath stays hidden. We check reinforcement, formwork, plumbing penetrations and edge beam dimensions before pour.

2️⃣ Brickwork/Framing. Frame plumbness, tie-downs, bracing, bracket spacings, lintel sizing. Catch it before plasterboard goes up.

3️⃣ Roof Frame. Truss spacing, anchor straps, hangers, structural connections. The bones of the roof, inspected before cover goes on. 🔨

4️⃣ Waterproofing & Roof Cover. Wet areas (bathrooms, ensuite, laundry) and roof cover assessed for compliance and workmanship before tiling and lining.

5️⃣ Practical Completion. The full handover check. Defects, finishes, function, compliance, all documented before you sign off. ✅

Most issues we find at PCI started earlier and weren't picked up. That's why our extensive team of highly experienced registered builders attends every stage you book.

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Sellers patch over defects all the time. Here's what to spot. 🔍Some patch jobs are cosmetic. Others are deliberately hid...
02/06/2026

Sellers patch over defects all the time. Here's what to spot. 🔍

Some patch jobs are cosmetic. Others are deliberately hiding something that should have been fixed properly. We see both at most Perth inspections.

Five common patch-up tricks to watch for at an open home:

🎨 Fresh paint in one corner only. Often hiding water staining or wall damage.

🧴 New caulking around windows and tiles. Could be hiding leaks or moisture issues.

📐 Brand new plasterboard inside cabinets, ceilings, under sinks. Worth asking what was cut out and why.

🪵 Recently replaced skirting boards or floor sections. Sometimes a sign of past termite damage or rot.

🌸 Strong air fresheners or freshly cleaned carpet on inspection day. Can mask damp, pet, or smoke odours.

None of these are conclusive on their own. But two or three together is a pattern worth questioning. 🤔

A Pre-Purchase Building Inspection sees past the staging. Our extensive team of highly experienced registered builders looks at construction, not presentation.

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29/05/2026

What our cleaning team did to this home before move-in. 🧹✨

Three cleaners. Ten hours. One luxury Sorrento home ready for the next family.

End-of-lease cleaning isn't just a quick vacuum. It's surfaces, ovens, showers, skirting boards, ceiling fans, every spot a quick clean misses.

The deep-clean option adds windows, blinds, exhaust fans and shower grout descaling. 🧽

One call, sorted. ✅

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28/05/2026

🐜 This sealed subfloor had been hiding termite activity for years.

When we opened it up for a preventative termite treatment, this is what we found inside.

Termite mud tubes, resembling stalagmites, scattered throughout the entire subfloor area. The access had been sealed off, which meant this activity had been building undetected for years. 🏠

This is exactly why full subfloor access matters. Sealing a subfloor doesn't protect your home from termites. It removes your ability to detect them early, giving them time to cause real damage.

If your subfloor has restricted access or hasn't been inspected recently, it is worth getting eyes on it.

Read more on our blog: https://www.bestwestbuilding.com.au/blog/termite-evidence-found-after-access-restored-to-subfloor/ 🔗

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27/05/2026

🏠 "There's no place like home"... until you find what's under the floorboards.

That's the Geelong story doing the rounds, and we see the same thing across WA all the time. Buyers fall in love, sign the contract, then find out something serious was hiding the whole time. Subfloor problems are one of the most common, because nobody looks down there during an open home.

A good, honest inspector is the one willing to pull back the curtain, even when the sale gets awkward. That's the whole point of paying for one.

A pre-purchase inspection happens after the contract is signed and before settlement. It's your window to walk away, renegotiate, or finish the yellow brick road to settlement knowing exactly what you're buying.

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🏠 This dislodged roof tile is a water leak waiting to happen.A great reminder to stay on top of your home maintenance.Th...
27/05/2026

🏠 This dislodged roof tile is a water leak waiting to happen.

A great reminder to stay on top of your home maintenance.

This tile has shifted out of position, allowing leaf litter to build up in the roof valley. Over time, that debris traps moisture and increases the risk of water finding its way into the roof space.

Regular roof and gutter maintenance goes a long way toward protecting your home from potential water damage.

Our extensive team of highly experienced registered builders identifies issues like this on every inspection. Catching it early is always the smarter, cheaper option. 🔑

📞 08 9444 9562 | 🌐 bestwestbuilding.com.au

💧 Are your drains and downpipes doing their job? 💧In this Pre-Purchase Inspection, the downpipes weren't directing water...
25/05/2026

💧 Are your drains and downpipes doing their job? 💧

In this Pre-Purchase Inspection, the downpipes weren't directing water into the drains as they should, causing excess moisture to pool around the home's foundations. You can even see algae forming on the brick paving where the water is leaking.

While this doesn't seem like a big issue, excess moisture creates the perfect environment for termites, giving them both access and a potential nesting site. 🐜

If your drainage isn't up to scratch, it's best to get advice from a plumber, builder or building inspector to prevent further issues.

📞 08 9444 9562 | 🌐 bestwestbuilding.com.au

What's included in your Building Inspection report?A building inspection in WA is a thorough assessment of all visible a...
22/05/2026

What's included in your Building Inspection report?

A building inspection in WA is a thorough assessment of all visible and accessible building elements, conducted by a qualified inspector in accordance with Australian Standard AS4349.1.

The inspection covers the structure, condition, and safety of the home, and results in a written report that identifies defects, safety hazards, and items requiring further attention.

We'll tell you everything you need to know including;
☑️ What we inspect
☑️ What we don't inspect
☑️ What you get in your report

We'll give you a full breakdown in our blog so you know what to expect before you book! Read it here;
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Your building inspection report has arrived!It might be longer and more detailed than you expected. The language, photos...
20/05/2026

Your building inspection report has arrived!

It might be longer and more detailed than you expected. The language, photos, and categories might be confusing but it's no reason to worry!

Our guide will walk you through exactly how to read your report, what each section means, and how to use the findings to make an informed decision before settlement.

The Key Points:
1️⃣ Read the summary page first.
2️⃣ Not everything in the report is a reason to panic.
3️⃣ Major defects have 2 categories; Structural & Non-Structural.
4️⃣ Safety hazards will always require attention.
5️⃣ Try to follow up Further Investigation items before settlement.
6️⃣ Due Diligence items usually refer to extensions or alterations which require council enquiry.

Stop. Read our blog. And relax before you buy!
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2/88 Walters Drive
Osborne Park, WA
6017

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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+61894449562

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