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Seven Hills grew quickly after the war, with fibro and brick homes built through the 1950s and 60s, including Housing Commission homes in the area around Lalor Park. Today the suburb mixes original post-war homes with newer brick homes, duplexes and knockdown rebuilds, close to the station and the Seven Hills industrial area.
Most of Seven Hills sits on reactive clay, so cracking and drainage come up often. Older homes also need checks for asbestos in fibro, termites in timber subfloors and the quality of past additions. Peter is based nearby in Stanhope Gardens and has over 18 years of experience inspecting homes across Sydney’s west.
Every property is different, but these are the issues that come up most often on our Seven Hills building and pest inspections.
Many 1950s and 60s homes used fibro sheeting in eaves, walls, wet areas and sheds, which may contain asbestos. We note materials that look like they could contain asbestos so you can have them tested. See our asbestos inspections.
We often see stepped cracks in brickwork, gaps at cornices and doors that stick. We check whether the movement looks minor and settled or ongoing, and tell you if a structural engineer should take a look.
Older homes with timber floors and subfloors carry higher termite risk. We check bearers, joists, stumps and the perimeter closely. See our timber pest inspection reports.
Many homes have been extended with extra rooms, enclosed patios or granny flats. We check the quality of this work, including waterproofing and drainage.
Poor drainage and low subfloor ventilation can lead to damp and rot under older homes. We check moisture levels, ventilation and site drainage where we have access.
New builds are common across Seven Hills. New homes are not defect free, so a new home inspection before handover is worth doing.
Whether you are buying, selling or building in Seven Hills, these are the inspections local clients book with us most.
Our most popular inspection for Seven Hills buyers. We check the structure, roof, subfloor, wet areas and site drainage, plus a full timber pest check, before you exchange. Learn about pre-purchase inspections.
A dedicated check for termites and other timber pests, including signs of past activity and conditions that make a home more likely to be attacked. See our pest inspections.
Selling in Seven Hills? A pre-sale report lets you fix issues or disclose them upfront, so there are fewer surprises once buyers start their own checks. Learn about pre-sale inspections.
Planning to renovate an older home? An asbestos inspection identifies materials that may contain asbestos before any work starts. Learn about asbestos inspections.
Building a duplex or new home in Seven Hills? We inspect at key construction stages and before handover, so defects are picked up while the builder is still on site. See construction stage inspections.
Duplexes and knockdown rebuilds are common across Seven Hills. A dilapidation report records the condition of neighbouring properties before work starts. Learn about dilapidation reports.
Not sure which inspection you need? Check our pricing or get a free quote for your Seven Hills property.
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As well as Seven Hills itself, we inspect homes across the surrounding suburbs.
It depends on the size and type of property and whether you need building, pest or both. See our pricing page or get a free quote.
Our inspection notes materials that look like they may contain asbestos, especially in older fibro homes. Confirming asbestos needs a sample tested by a licensed assessor.
Yes. We inspect duplexes and new homes at key construction stages and before handover, as well as established homes.
Inspections can often be booked at short notice, and reports are often ready the same day. We will confirm timing when you book.
Yes. We cover Seven Hills and the surrounding suburbs listed above. Call us on 0401 012 074 if you are not sure.
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