Pest Inspections & Termite Inspections
Visual pest and termite inspection of all accessible and available areas of a property
When looking to purchase a new property in Australia, it’s important to get a combined building and pest inspection to check for any termite activity or damage.
Termites tend to avoid open air and bright lights, and as a result, their colonies are typically underground, out of sight or within wood materials so more often than not, termite damage is hidden away from sight. For this reason, it’s important to get a professional pest or termite inspector who knows common areas to check for termite damage or conditions conducive to termites.
Our pest and termite inspections involve a visual inspection of the readily accessible areas of the property for evidence of termite activity and/or termite workings or damage. The areas that will be inspected include the interior and exterior of the building as well as accessible roof cavities and subfloor areas. The findings of the inspection will then be noted in your pest report which will be issued via email the following morning, including any recommendations for suitable termite treatments.
How much is a Pest Inspection?
The cost of a comprehensive termite inspection will vary depending on what region you are located in and the size of the property being inspected. For an accurate quote please contact us or view our inspection prices page for an approximate idea of the cost.
Why do I have to treat if there are no live termites?
If there is evidence of a termite infestation and no evidence of a termite treatment having been done it is likely that active termites may be present in areas not accessible by the inspector and a further investigation is essential. This means treatment is necessary even though no live termites were discovered.
How long does a Pest Inspection take?
On average, Pest Inspections take approximately 60 minutes for a thorough inspection, depending on the size and conditions (e.g. clutter; storage of personal items, etc.) of the home and property.
What is a Pest Inspection?
A Timber Pest Inspection or Termite Inspection entails a professional pest inspector completing a visual pest and termite inspection of all accessible and available areas of a property for the presence of active termites and/or termite damage. The results of the pest inspection include conducive conditions to termite attacks, risks and recommendations for termite management programs.
What do termites look like?
Subterranean termite colonies consist of three different castes: reproductives, workers and soldiers.
The reproductives, or "swarmers", have a pair of even-sized wings and are often mistaken for flying ants. The workers look similar to the "swarmers" only they are a little smaller and do not have wings. The soldiers are also similar except for their oversized heads and large, crushing mandibles.
What does a Pest/Termite Inspection entail?
A Termite Inspection is a visual inspection of the readily accessible areas of a home for evidence of termite activity and or termite workings/damage. The inspector will visually inspect the interior and exterior of the home or building including any accessible roof cavities or roof void, and sub-floor areas. After a pest inspection has been performed, the findings are noted in the pest report which will be issued via email the following morning.