Essendon West has a mix of older weatherboards, brick veneers and renovated homes where subfloor ventilation gaps, garden beds against walls and damp spots can hide termite activity and timber pests until damage is advanced.
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We inspect the accessible perimeter for termite leads, mudding, bridging and concealed entry points where soil, paving, or garden beds meet walls. This matters in Essendon West where landscaping and tight boundaries can hide termite access along edges and behind stored items.
We check bearers, joists and visible stumps/piers for termite workings, borer holes, fungal decay and high-moisture indicators. We also note ventilation issues and obstructions that can keep the subfloor damp, a common trigger for timber pests to persist.
We inspect accessible roof space timbers for signs of termite travel, wood borer activity, and moisture-related timber deterioration. Roof leaks and condensation can create localised damp zones that attract termites and accelerate timber damage.
We focus on bathrooms, laundries, kitchens, hot water units and pipe penetrations where persistent moisture can sit behind linings. These spots are often where termites find favourable conditions and where timber decay can mimic or mask pest damage.
We check accessible external timbers for termite damage, decay, and borer activity, including where timber meets soil. In many Essendon West yards, timber structures sit close to garden beds or are exposed to irrigation, increasing risk.
Your report documents evidence of live/past activity, areas that are conducive to termites, and any limitations that could affect certainty. We include practical next steps such as treatment referral, further invasive investigation, or maintenance changes to reduce risk.
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Yes. Renovations can hide older framing and create new moisture traps behind bathrooms, laundries and extensions. Many Essendon West homes still have timber elements in subfloors, roof framing, window frames or external structures. A pest inspection checks for live termite activity, past activity and conditions that increase risk, especially where new landscaping or paving changes drainage and ventilation.
A termite inspection is focused on evidence of termites, termite damage and conditions that encourage them, such as moisture and concealed entry points. A general pest inspection looks for other pests that affect buildings, like borers and rodents, and signs of activity in accessible areas. In Essendon West, we treat termites as a priority because timber damage can be significant and hard to spot early.
Most inspections take around 60 to 120 minutes depending on the size of the home, access to the subfloor and roof void, and how much external timber and landscaping is present. If access is limited by stored items, locked hatches or tight roof spaces, the on-site time may be shorter but the report will clearly list limitations and what to do next.
Yes. Tight side access, fully paved courtyards, garden beds built up against walls, and converted garages can reduce visibility of the slab edge and perimeter. Older homes with low-clearance subfloors or sealed/painted timbers can also hide early signs. We note these limitations and advise what access improvements or follow-up steps will improve certainty.
If live termites or strong evidence of recent activity is found, organise a qualified termite management professional promptly to confirm the extent and implement treatment. If the main issue is conducive conditions (moisture, bridging, poor drainage), address those quickly to reduce risk. Keep the report as a baseline and schedule ongoing inspections, particularly after landscaping, plumbing leaks or renovations.
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Get in TouchChoose ACE Building and Pest Inspections for a thorough Essendon West termite and timber pest assessment with clear findings, photos and practical next steps. Call 0413 163 187.