Essendon’s mix of older weatherboard homes, renovations and damp subfloors can create ideal conditions for termite and timber pest activity—an inspection targets the spots buyers often can’t see.
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We inspect common termite ‘highway’ areas such as subfloor timbers, bearers and joists, internal wet-area perimeters, and entry points around plumbing penetrations to identify mudding, workings, shelter tubes and other indicators of current or recent activity.
Using moisture readings where appropriate, we identify damp zones that can attract termites and contribute to timber decay—around bathrooms, laundries, kitchens, balconies, external walls, and drainage fall issues. Moisture sources are noted so you can address the cause, not just the symptom.
We check timber elements for signs of borers and other timber pests, including exit holes, frass (powdery dust), surface blistering and weakened sections. This helps distinguish cosmetic damage from active infestation that may require treatment or timber replacement.
Where access allows, we sound and probe suspect timbers (such as stumps, posts, skirtings, window frames, pergolas and decking) to locate hollowness, softness and concealed deterioration that may not be obvious from a visual glance.
We inspect fences, sleepers, garden edging, tree stumps, stored firewood and timber landscaping near the home because these can harbour termites and provide bridging points. We also check for soil-to-timber contact and insufficient clearance that increases risk.
We identify site and building conditions that commonly enable termite entry—such as blocked subfloor vents, high ground levels, concealed slab edges, leaking taps, or covered weep holes—and provide prioritised recommendations to reduce ongoing exposure.
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Yes. Many Essendon weatherboard homes have timber subfloors, extensions, and older external timbers that can conceal termite entry and borer damage. A neat paint finish can hide softened timber, moisture issues or previous patch repairs. An inspection focuses on accessible structural timbers, moisture-prone areas and external risk conditions so you know what’s happening behind the surfaces.
We look for termite shelter tubes, mudding, workings, damaged or hollow-sounding timber, and signs of moisture that support activity. For borers and other timber pests, we check for exit holes, frass, surface blistering and weakened timber. We also assess conditions that increase risk, such as soil-to-timber contact and blocked ventilation.
Often, yes. Termites can stay out of sight inside timbers or behind linings, so the inspection combines visual checks with targeted probing/sounding and moisture investigation to detect subtle indicators. While no inspection can see through every wall or access every void, a thorough assessment of accessible areas can identify warning signs and risk factors that justify further investigation or treatment.
Not necessarily. Renovations can introduce new timber and create concealed cavities, and landscaping changes can reduce clearance or increase moisture against walls. If weep holes are covered, drainage is poor, or subfloor ventilation is reduced, termite risk can increase even in a modernised home. An inspection checks both the older structure and the renovation interfaces where problems commonly start.
Clear access improves the outcome. If possible, move stored items away from walls in garages, under stairs and along skirtings, and ensure subfloor access points are unlocked and not blocked. Clear timber piles and garden items away from external walls where safe to do so. We’ll inspect what’s accessible on the day and note any limitations that affect coverage.
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Get in TouchCall ACE Building and Pest Inspections on 0413 163 187 for a focused inspection that checks concealed timber, moisture risk areas and external entry points typical of Essendon homes.