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Bentleigh East homes often mix older brick veneers and weatherboards with newer extensions, decks and pergolas—exactly where termites and timber pests can stay concealed, especially around damp subfloors, garden beds and leaking wet areas.
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We inspect the junctions where newer extensions, decks, pergolas and carports meet the original home, checking for termite leads, disturbed timber, bridging and concealed entry points. These areas are common in Bentleigh East renovations and can let termites access framing without obvious surface signs.
Where access allows, we inspect subfloor spaces for dampness, poor airflow, timber contact with soil and signs of termite activity or borer. We also note ventilation issues that can keep the subfloor humid, increasing the likelihood of decay and making timber more attractive to pests.
We check bathrooms, laundries, kitchens and adjacent walls for moisture issues that can soften timber and attract termite activity. Even small, ongoing leaks can create hidden damage behind cabinetry, under showers or around plumbing penetrations.
We examine accessible fencing, gates, sleeper walls and external timber structures for damage patterns consistent with termites or other timber pests. We also assess landscaping that sits high against walls or covers weep holes, as this can conceal termite paths and trap moisture.
We look for evidence of timber pest activity and moisture staining in accessible roof voids and internal timber components such as skirtings, architraves and window frames. This helps identify activity that may not yet be visible externally.
Your report details any evidence of pests, the areas most at risk, and practical next steps (such as improving drainage, clearing landscaping away from walls, or further invasive investigation if access was restricted). This is designed to help you prioritise actions and costs before committing.
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Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our inspection service.
Yes. Termites target timber, not bricks, and many Bentleigh East homes have timber framing, skirting, roof timbers, subfloor bearers and outdoor structures. Termites can enter through concealed gaps, landscaping that bridges barriers, or moisture-affected areas. A pest inspection looks for evidence of activity and the conditions that make attack more likely, including damp subfloors and leaking wet areas.
A walk-through rarely reveals concealed termite leads, early-stage timber pest damage, or the moisture conditions that enable them. A pest inspection checks accessible subfloors, roof voids and key junctions around extensions, plus wet areas, external timbers and landscaping interfaces. We look for patterns consistent with termites and other timber pests, and we document risk factors so you can act before damage becomes structural.
Yes. For units and townhouses, we focus on accessible private areas and common risk zones such as courtyards, shared fence lines, garages and ground-level timbers. Where body corporate boundaries limit access, we note this in the report and recommend what additional checks may be needed. Even modern townhouses can have termite risk if moisture, landscaping and concealed timber entry points are present.
They can. Extensions, decks and pergolas often introduce new timber and create junctions where moisture can accumulate and inspection lines become harder to see. If garden beds, paving or sleeper walls are built up against the structure, termite entry can be concealed. During the inspection we pay close attention to these add-ons, checking for termite leads, bridging and early timber deterioration.
Clear access to the subfloor entry, roof manhole and perimeter of the building where possible. Move stored items away from garage walls and under-sink areas, and trim back dense plants that touch the house. If pets are on site, secure them. Better access improves the inspection coverage and reduces the chance of key areas being listed as restricted, which can otherwise require follow-up checks.
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Get in TouchChoose ACE Building and Pest Inspections for a focused termite and timber pest assessment that targets the extension junctions, subfloor moisture and outdoor timber features common across Bentleigh East homes. Call 0485 857 077 to arrange an inspection.