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Aberfeldie homes with older timber floors, extensions and garden-heavy blocks can hide termite entry points and moisture issues—especially around subfloors, decks and retaining walls.
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We inspect likely termite entry zones including slab edges, weepholes, external wall junctions, expansion joints, service penetrations and adjacent garden beds. These are frequent routes for concealed entry, so identifying mudding, shelter tubes and bridging helps catch activity early.
Where accessible, we check stumps, bearers, joists and ventilation. We look for moisture retention, fungal decay and pest damage that can weaken structural timbers. Subfloors are a high-risk area because activity can remain hidden until significant damage occurs.
We target bathrooms, laundries, kitchens and external drainage lines for moisture-related risks. Persistent dampness can attract termites and accelerate timber deterioration. We also note overflow paths, poor falls and downpipe discharge that can keep subfloor or perimeter areas wet.
We assess decks, pergolas, verandahs, fences, sleepers and attached structures for timber-to-ground contact, decay and borer activity. These elements are common on Aberfeldie blocks and can provide a direct pathway for pests into the main dwelling.
Where indicators are present, we use non-destructive techniques like tapping/sounding and careful probing to confirm hollowing, galleries or softening. This helps distinguish between cosmetic timber wear and pest-related damage that needs urgent attention.
We document conducive conditions such as stored timber, garden mulch against walls, blocked vents and bridging over termite barriers. You’ll receive prioritised actions to reduce risk, along with guidance on whether further assessment or treatment is sensible based on what’s found.
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They can be, mainly because raised timber floors create a subfloor zone where termites can travel unseen. In Aberfeldie, subfloor ventilation can be reduced by landscaping, stored items, or later extensions, which increases dampness and termite attraction. The inspection focuses on bearers, joists, stumps, ventilation and moisture conditions, plus external pathways like decking, fences and garden beds that can provide concealed entry.
We look for evidence of subterranean termites, signs of timber borers, and timber decay linked to moisture. The inspection includes checking accessible structural and non-structural timbers, looking for galleries, frass, mudding, hollow-sounding timber and staining from damp. If we find indicators, we note the likely cause and the areas that need further investigation or targeted treatment.
Yes. Termites often work inside timbers or behind linings and can enter from the perimeter without obvious internal clues. That’s why we inspect outside first—slab edges, weepholes, penetrations and garden interfaces—then focus on moisture areas and accessible voids. Early signs can be subtle, such as minor mudding, soft skirtings, or moisture conditions that support termite activity.
Renovations can create new concealed timber zones and hide older damage. Added bathrooms, laundries and kitchens can introduce slow leaks or poor drainage that keep timbers damp. Extensions may also bridge termite barriers if landscaping, paving, steps or decks are built up against walls. We pay close attention to junctions between old and new work, wet-area plumbing impacts, and any timber-to-ground contact around the extension.
Treat the moisture as a priority because it increases the likelihood of termites and timber decay. We’ll outline the likely sources—such as leaking fixtures, poor drainage, downpipes discharging near the house, or blocked subfloor vents—and the practical steps to address them. In many cases, improving ventilation and drainage and removing timber-to-ground contact reduces risk significantly, alongside an appropriate monitoring plan.
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Get in TouchCall ACE Building and Pest Inspections on 0413 163 187 for a Termite & Timber Pest Inspection in Aberfeldie and the wider Ringwood region, with a thorough focus on timber damage, moisture drivers and concealed entry points.