City of Swan

Building & Pest Inspection Gallery

We've included a helpful gallery below showing a variety of common issues found during various property inspections that we have conducted for our clients around the City of Swan area.

Chemical Delignification

The lignin is a natural glue within timber that binds its cells together. When the lignin is destroyed this is known as chemical delignification. If this happens the timber structure will gradually weaken and eventually fail. The roof battens are normally first to be infected/ damaged which may cause tiled roofs to collapse over time. If you encounter chemical delignification in your roof space, please be aware that it is very dangerous to walk on the roof exterior as this is known as a Structural Pest.

non-compliant construction

A lot of building construction work in WA is not compliant to Standards and or Codes that may cause an issue in the future. This is one of many non-compliant construction of a stick roof!

James Lawrence

James Lawrence on roof inspecting the external structure

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Retaining Wall Failure: The Es...

Retaining Wall Failure: The Es...

5 Nov 2025

The common signs for retaining wall failure are cracking, tilting, bulging, bowing or buckling. If you are unsure of the integrity of your retaining wall, book in for a building inspection today.

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City Of Swan Inspector

James is our local inspector servicing the City of Swan and as an Inspect My Home employee is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and conducts reports in accordance with the highest Australian Standards. Find out more about our Perth North building and pest inspector.

Jim building & pest inspector

Jim
Building & Pest Inspector

Servicing Perth North Metro
james building and pest inspector

Why Choose Us?

  • We're fully licensed & insured - did you know that inspectors don't require a license in some states?
  • Reports within 24 hours - receive a detailed report by email within 24 hours, or on the same day in urgent cases
  • Detailed reports - our easy to understand reports contain photos and are independent of any third party. We work for you!
  • We'll handle your agent - we will liaise with your real estate agent to confirm an inspection time and keep you informed.
  • Verbal Report - can be provided upon request.

View Our Sample Building Reports

Sample Inspection Reports

View a selection of sample reports from various inspections

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