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Braeside’s mix of industrial lots, stored timbers, garden edging and moisture-prone spots can create hidden termite pathways into fences, pergolas and subfloors—an inspection finds risk areas before damage spreads.
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We inspect the external perimeter for likely entry routes, including slab edges, weep holes, expansion joints, service penetrations, and areas where soil or mulch bridges the inspection zone. These are common hidden access points that allow termites to bypass visual detection.
We closely assess fences, gates, pergola posts, retaining timbers, sleepers and timber garden edging for mud leads, hollowness, and concealed galleries. Ground contact timbers can be the first place termite activity shows up before it reaches the building.
We identify moisture-prone zones such as bathrooms, laundries, kitchens, hot water units, air-con drainage points and around downpipes. Elevated moisture can attract termites and can also point to leaks that speed up timber decay and pest vulnerability.
We look for pinholes, frass (powdery dust), surface blistering and weakened timbers consistent with borers and beetle activity. This helps distinguish termite damage from other pests that also compromise structural timber.
Where access allows, we check subfloor ventilation, bearers and joists, and concealed framing near external walls for termite workings and fungal decay. Poor ventilation and dampness can mask timber damage until it becomes extensive.
For properties with sheds, workshops or stored timber/pallets, we inspect these areas for pest activity and conditions that can support colonies. Identifying an external source can be critical to preventing repeated reinfestation.
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Yes. Termites don’t only target older houses. In Braeside, warehouses and workshops can attract timber pests when there’s stored timber, pallets, cardboard, damp sub-areas or concealed moisture around plumbing and drainage. Termites can also travel under slabs and enter via joints and penetrations. An inspection looks for activity, moisture drivers, and entry pathways around both the structure and nearby timber sources.
We look for mud leads, termite workings in timber, hollow-sounding wood, blistered paint, damaged skirting or architraves, and changes around door frames. We also check for borer pinholes and frass, plus moisture issues that can make timber easier to attack. The aim is to identify both active infestations and the conditions that allow pests to stay hidden.
Time varies with the size and access of the property, but most inspections take around 60–90 minutes. We inspect accessible internal rooms, roof void/subfloor where available, the external perimeter, fences and timber structures, and moisture-prone zones. If access is restricted (stored items, locked areas, low clearances), we’ll note limitations and advise what would help achieve a more complete assessment.
Often, yes. Garden beds, sleepers and mulch built up against walls can cover slab edges and weep holes, which reduces visibility and can create a concealed “bridge” for termites. Moisture held against the building can also make conditions more attractive. During the inspection we identify these bridging points and recommend specific changes, such as lowering soil levels, separating timber from ground contact, and improving drainage.
We document the evidence, identify the likely entry points and affected areas, and explain the urgency based on what’s visible and accessible. We’ll recommend practical next steps, which may include engaging a pest manager for treatment, installing or checking a termite management system, and fixing moisture or bridging issues that are supporting the activity. We can also advise on suitable re-inspection timeframes for ongoing monitoring.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the risk points that matter in Braeside—perimeter entry pathways, moisture zones and timber-in-ground contact. Call 0485 857 077 to arrange a Termite & Timber Pest Inspection.