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Chirnside Park’s leafy blocks, garden beds against walls, and moisture around retaining walls and drainage lines can attract termites and timber pests—especially where timber decking and pergolas meet the ground.
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We inspect the external perimeter for termite leads, mudding, bridging over slab edges, and concealed pathways created by landscaping, stored items, and garden beds. This matters in Chirnside Park because well-established gardens can hide early signs at the base of walls, piers, and fence junctions.
We assess accessible timber structures for borer holes, termite damage, softening, and wood decay, focusing on timber-to-ground contact and damp junctions. These are common problem zones in 3116 where outdoor entertaining areas and boundary fences weather hard and can be overlooked.
We look for moisture-prone locations such as bathrooms, laundries, kitchens, and hot water unit areas, as well as downpipe discharge points outside. Moisture can attract termites and accelerate timber decay, so identifying the source helps reduce ongoing risk, not just spot damage.
If the property has an accessible subfloor or raised sections, we check for ventilation issues, damp soil, leaking services, and timber stumps/bearers for signs of pest activity. Poor airflow and ground moisture are key drivers of termite pressure and timber rot.
We inspect accessible roof spaces, internal door frames, skirtings, and other timber for evidence of timber pests, including staining, galleries, and damaged fibres. This helps catch activity that may not show externally, particularly after renovations or extensions.
You receive a report that separates active evidence from conducive conditions, supported by photos and plain-English recommendations. For Chirnside Park buyers, this makes it easier to prioritise repairs, request further invasive investigation when needed, or plan treatment options.
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Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our inspection service.
Yes. Termites are common in Australia and they’re attracted to moisture and concealed access. In Chirnside Park, landscaped garden beds, mulch, timber sleepers, and timber decking/pergolas can create ideal entry points, especially where timber touches the ground or where soil levels bridge slab edges. A pest inspection checks both for active evidence and for the local risk factors that make future activity more likely.
The inspection focuses on termites and other timber pests, along with the conditions that support them. We look for signs of subterranean termite activity, timber decay, and evidence consistent with wood-boring insects where visible and accessible. We also assess moisture-prone areas, ventilation issues, and external factors like landscaping and stored materials that can conceal or encourage pest activity around the property.
Yes. Moisture is a major driver for termite risk and timber deterioration. We look for visible indicators around wet areas (bathrooms, laundry, kitchen) and external drainage points such as downpipes, overflow relief gully areas, and garden irrigation patterns. Where dampness is detected, we explain why it matters, what areas to monitor, and what type of trade may be needed to rectify the underlying cause.
Often, yes. Retaining walls and sloping blocks can concentrate water flow and keep soil damp near structures, which can increase termite pressure. We pay close attention to areas where soil or garden beds sit high against external walls, where drainage may pool, and where timber features are close to the ground. These conditions can hide termite leads and make early detection harder without a thorough inspection.
Book as early as possible during your due diligence period so any findings can be acted on quickly. If the property shows risk factors—heavy landscaping against walls, extensive timber structures, or signs of moisture—early inspection gives you time to request further investigation, obtain treatment quotes, or negotiate. We’ll outline what was accessible on the day and any limitations that may require follow-up checks.
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Get in TouchChoose ACE Building and Pest Inspections for a thorough termite and timber pest assessment that focuses on Chirnside Park’s common risk areas like gardens, outdoor timber, and moisture zones. Call 0413 163 187 to schedule.