1300 080 554

I’m Brian Francis Collins, the man behind Inspector West. I’m a WA registered builder (BC13603 / BP13603), registered since 2011, with more than 33 years of building experience.

 

When you book with me, I’m the one who turns up, walks the roof space, and writes your report. No call centre, no rotating roster of inspectors. If you’ve got a question afterwards, you ring me.

 

What I look for in Mandurah homes

  • Coastal salt air. Close to the ocean and the estuary, salt gets into everything. I check roof sheeting and tiles, fixings, flashings, gutters, balustrades, window frames and any exposed steel for corrosion that’s been left too long.
  • Sandy soils and drainage. Most of the coastal plain around here is sand. Poor site drainage, garden beds built up against walls, and leaking downpipes can show up as cracking, paving movement, rising damp and moisture at the base of walls. I note what I can see and tell you what it likely means.
  • Termites. Termite activity is a real risk across the Peel region, in older homes and newer estates alike. A timber pest inspection checks accessible areas for live activity, old damage and the conditions termites love, like moisture, timber touching the ground, and bridged or missing barriers.
  • Canal and waterfront homes. Canal-side homes in Mandurah and Halls Head need a close look at wet areas, balconies, external joinery and anything exposed to water and wind. I inspect within the limits of safe access, so mention jetties or water access when you book.
  • Older stock in Halls Head and central Mandurah. Established homes can hide tired roofs, ageing plumbing, past renovations of mixed quality and deferred maintenance. I’ll tell you what’s cosmetic and what’s worth budgeting for.
  • Newer estates. Newer doesn’t always mean defect-free. On near-new homes in estates like Lakelands and Madora Bay I still check waterproofing, roof plumbing, finishing and site levels.

 

Inspections I do in Mandurah

  • Pre-purchase building inspections. A clear picture before you go unconditional.
  • Timber pest inspections, or combined building and timber pest in one visit.
  • Pre-sale (seller) inspections. Know what a buyer’s inspector will find before you list.
  • New build stage inspections and practical completion (PCI). An independent check at the stages that matter, before handover.
  • Building Health Checks for landlords and property managers. $395 for a single property, or $350 per property when grouped.
  • Moisture and roof-leak investigations. When there’s a stain on the ceiling and nobody can tell you where it’s coming from.
  • Defect inspections for owners who want an independent builder’s opinion.

Why locals book me

  • A builder, not a box-ticker. WA registered builder since 2011, 33+ years in the trade. I know where builders cut corners because I’ve spent decades building homes myself.
  • Photos in every report. Findings are shown, not just described, so you, your agent or your builder can see exactly what I mean.
  • Fast reports. Your report usually lands the same day, so your finance and contract dates stay on track.
  • Plain English. I explain what matters, what doesn’t, and what I’d do next.
  • Local and reviewed. Around 165 five-star reviews from local clients.

Areas around Mandurah I cover

Mandurah, Halls Head, Falcon, Dawesville, Wannanup, Erskine, Dudley Park, Greenfields, Coodanup, Meadow Springs, Lakelands, Madora Bay, San Remo, Silver Sands and Singleton, plus the rest of Peel and the Rockingham corridor up to Perth.

 

Book your Mandurah inspection

The easiest way is to book online. You’ll see available times and can lock one in straight away. Rather talk first? Ring me on 1300 080 554 or 0409 280 488, or email brian@inspectorwest.com.au.

 

Mandurah building inspection FAQs

How much does a building inspection cost in Mandurah? My published starting prices are from $450 for a pre-purchase building inspection and from $300 for a timber pest inspection. The final price depends on the size, type and location of the property. For a combined building and timber pest inspection, contact me with the address for a quote.

 

How quickly will I get my inspection report? Your report is usually delivered the same day as the inspection. It’s a digital report with photos of what I found, so you can share it with your agent, conveyancer or builder straight away.

 

Do I need a timber pest inspection as well as a building inspection? In Mandurah and the wider Peel region I strongly recommend it, because termites are a real risk in both older homes and newer estates. A building inspection looks at the condition of the structure. A timber pest inspection specifically checks for termites, borers, fungal decay and the conditions that attract them.

 

Do you inspect canal and waterfront homes in Mandurah? Yes. I inspect canal and waterfront homes across Mandurah and Halls Head, within the normal limits of a visual inspection and safe access. Let me know about jetties, water access or anything specific when you book.

 

Are you a registered builder? Yes. I’m Brian Collins, a WA registered builder (BC13603 / BP13603), registered since 2011, with more than 33 years of building experience.

 

Which suburbs around Mandurah do you cover? I cover all of Mandurah, including Halls Head, Falcon, Dawesville, Erskine, Greenfields, Meadow Springs and Lakelands, plus the rest of Peel and the Rockingham corridor. I’m based in Madora Bay, so most Mandurah jobs are a short drive.