Reading leak evidence in a Melton South home
Stains on a wall are the end of the story, not the start.
In short: Staining tells you water has been there. It rarely tells you where it came in.
What staining shows
That water has been present. The entry point is usually somewhere else entirely.
Why a meter helps
A moisture meter tells you whether it is current or historic, which changes everything.
Cladding gaps
Separation in the cladding is a common path, and easy to miss visually.
Roof debris
Material on the roof holds water and reduces drainage.
What to do with it
Get it read properly before you commit rather than after.
Written by the Owner Inspections team from inspections carried out in Melton South. Licensed building practitioners, Building & Plumbing Commission registration CDB-U 53425.
