Braybrook has a mix of older weatherboard homes, renovated extensions and timber-framed interiors where termites and borers can stay hidden behind linings, under floors and around damp garden edges.
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We inspect the external perimeter for termite entry points, including weep holes, slab penetrations, expansion joints, and concealed paths behind stored items. These are common access routes where termites can bypass visible areas and move into wall frames.
We examine bearers, joists, stumps, ant capping condition, and any timber in contact with soil. Subfloor moisture, poor clearance and restricted ventilation can create the damp conditions termites prefer and can accelerate timber decay that masks pest damage.
We focus on wet areas and adjoining walls where small leaks can keep timber damp for long periods. Elevated moisture supports termite survival and can also trigger fungal decay that weakens timber, making it harder to separate pest damage from moisture damage without testing.
We test skirting boards, door frames, window reveals, exposed framing and other accessible timbers for hollowness, softness and galleries. This helps confirm whether damage is consistent with termites, borers, decay, or a combination of issues.
We check timber structures and landscaping timbers for decay, borer pin-holes, termite mudding and ground contact. These items can be the first place activity shows up and can indicate risk to the main dwelling if connected or nearby.
Beyond looking for pests, we record conditions that attract them—poor drainage points, blocked vents, bridging over ant caps, and stored materials against walls. Addressing these items reduces the chance of ongoing or repeat timber pest issues.
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Yes. Renovations can create concealed junctions where old and new construction meet, especially around extensions, wet areas and altered drainage. Termites don’t need exposed timber; they can travel through concealed gaps and moisture-affected zones. Our Braybrook inspection checks these transitions, looks for bridging points, and tests suspect timbers so you know whether risks are hidden behind finishes or confined to external structures.
We look for signs consistent with common timber pests, including wood borers, as well as timber decay that can mimic pest damage. That includes checking for borer pin-holes, frass, and weakened or powdery timber. We also assess moisture conditions that support both pests and decay, because controlling dampness is often essential to preventing recurring problems in timber flooring, skirtings and frames.
Yes. We use inspection methods suited to the area being assessed, which can include moisture readings in high-risk zones and targeted investigation of suspect timbers. Moisture mapping helps identify hidden leaks and damp areas that attract termites and contribute to timber decay. Where we can’t see inside walls, we focus on likely entry points and evidence patterns to guide further action if required.
Risk areas often include garden beds built up against walls, timber sleepers touching soil, fences and decks close to the house, and shaded zones that stay damp after rain or irrigation. Stored timber, mulch piled against cladding, and poor drainage can also create ideal conditions. During a Braybrook termite inspection we check these areas and note changes that reduce moisture and remove concealed access points.
Regular inspections are still important because termites can establish between checks, and early activity may be localised and hard to detect without repeated monitoring. Even if no activity is found, the report can highlight risk conditions—like subfloor dampness or timber-to-soil contact—that should be fixed. Ongoing inspections help confirm those improvements are working and catch any new issues early.
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Contact us for more informationChoose ACE Building and Pest Inspections for a thorough, risk-focused inspection that checks termite activity, timber pest damage and moisture drivers specific to Braybrook homes. Call 0413 163 187 to arrange a booking.