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Blackburn South has plenty of established timber-framed homes, garden beds against walls, and shaded subfloors where moisture can linger—conditions that help termites and timber pests stay hidden until damage is costly.
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We inspect the external perimeter for termite mudding, shelter tubes and concealed entry points where soil, mulch, paving and garden beds meet brickwork, slab edges and weep holes. These are common areas for termites to travel unnoticed, especially on established blocks with landscaped borders.
We look for signs of termite activity and other timber pests in internal timber components, focusing on door frames, window reveals, skirtings, flooring edges and built-in cabinetry. Subtle blistering, hollow-sounding timber or fine frass can indicate active or previous attack that needs follow-up.
We check common moisture hotspots that can attract termites and worsen timber decay, including shower recesses, vanity kickboards, laundry taps, dishwasher connections and sink cupboards. We note staining, swelling, soft timber and ventilation issues that create a long-term conducive environment.
Where there is safe access, we inspect subfloor timbers, stumps, bearers, joists and the underside of wet areas for termite workings, fungal decay and damp conditions. Blackburn South homes with older subfloor designs can hide activity until floors begin to distort or become springy.
If access is available and safe, we look for termite leads on framing timbers, signs of moisture from roof leaks, and pest evidence such as droppings or nesting. Roof plumbing issues can create damp timber that termites and borers exploit.
Your report documents any evidence of active termites, past damage, timber pest indicators and the specific conducive conditions found on-site. We provide practical recommendations such as rectifying moisture sources, clearing weep holes, adjusting garden levels, and engaging a termite manager if activity is suspected.
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Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our inspection service.
For most Blackburn South homes, an annual pest and termite inspection is a sensible baseline because termite activity can develop between seasons and remain hidden behind linings or under floors. If your property has heavy landscaping against the house, older subfloor construction, or a history of moisture issues, more frequent checks may be appropriate. We’ll note your site-specific risk factors in the report.
A pest inspection is a detection and risk assessment service. We look for evidence of active termites, timber pest indicators, damage and conditions that make infestation more likely (moisture, bridging, concealed access). Treatment is the next step if activity is found or risk is high, and it might involve a baiting program or a chemical barrier installed by a termite management provider. The inspection helps you choose the right response.
Often, yes—because we’re not relying on obvious surface damage alone. We assess multiple risk zones, look for subtle indicators like mudding, changes in timber soundness, moisture patterns and concealed entry points around slab edges and subfloors. However, termites can be hidden in inaccessible cavities. That’s why the report also focuses on conducive conditions and practical changes you can make to reduce the chance of concealed activity.
Yes. In Blackburn South, established gardens and paved paths often sit close to external walls. If soil or mulch is high against brickwork, or if paving reduces visible slab edge, termites can travel behind these areas and avoid detection. Garden beds can also block weep holes and trap moisture. During the inspection we pay close attention to these perimeter interfaces and list any changes that reduce bridging and moisture retention.
Older homes can have subfloors with limited clearance, older wet area waterproofing, and timber features such as pergolas, verandahs and fences connected to the main structure. These can create concealed access routes and ongoing moisture risks. We focus on subfloor timbers (where accessible), wet areas, the external perimeter, and any timber-to-ground contact. You’ll get a clear summary of what needs repair, monitoring or specialist treatment.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on termites, timber pests and moisture risk points common on Blackburn South blocks, with a clear report you can act on. Call 0413 163 187.