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Fountain Gate homes often have slab edges, garden beds and fenced yards that keep timbers close to damp soil—ideal conditions for termites and timber pests to go unnoticed.
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Our comprehensive service includes everything you need to make an informed decision about your property.
We inspect the external perimeter for termite mud leads, bridging and concealed entry points around slab edges, weep holes, service penetrations and adjoining paths. These areas matter because termites can travel unseen from the soil into wall frames and door jambs.
We look for moisture conditions that attract termites and support timber decay, including leaking fixtures, poor ventilation and damp cabinetry. Moisture is a key driver for termite activity, so identifying the source is as important as spotting the pests.
We check accessible timber for hollowing, blistering paint, soft spots, frass and other signs of timber pest activity. These are common first places buyers notice issues, but we assess them systematically to separate cosmetic defects from pest damage.
Where access is safe and available, we inspect roof-space timbers for signs of borers, termites, moisture staining and fungal decay. Roof voids can reveal long-term moisture problems that also increase risk in lower areas of the building.
We assess conditions that make termite and pest activity more likely, such as mulch against walls, garden beds bridging slab edges, firewood storage, and downpipes discharging near the footings. These factors often explain why activity starts and how it can return after treatment.
You’ll receive a report that clearly separates active evidence, past evidence and risk conditions, supported by photos. We prioritise actions so you know what to fix first, what to monitor, and when further investigation or specialist treatment is recommended.
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Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our inspection service.
Yes. Slab construction can still allow termite entry through cracks, service penetrations, weepholes and concealed pathways created by paths, garden beds or paving. In Fountain Gate, landscaped perimeters and damp soil against walls can make it easier for termites to stay hidden. A pest inspection focuses on these entry points and checks for mud leads, damage and moisture conditions that support activity.
The inspection focuses on termites and timber pests, including evidence of borer activity and conditions that support timber decay. We assess accessible internal areas, external perimeter zones and high-risk moisture points, looking for active signs, past activity and damage patterns. Where safe access is available, we also check roof void timbers and other accessible structural components.
Most Fountain Gate inspections take around 60–90 minutes, depending on the size of the building, access to roof spaces, the amount of stored items, and landscaping around the perimeter. If access is restricted or evidence suggests concealed activity, we may recommend additional investigation. We’ll explain what we could and couldn’t access so you understand any limitations.
Yes. Townhouses can share fence lines, garden strips and drainage pathways, which can allow termite activity to move between lots. Activity may be present in one section of a complex while remaining hidden elsewhere. A pest inspection checks your lot’s perimeter, internal risk zones and visible timbers, and can highlight shared-area conditions that should be addressed through the owners corporation or property manager.
Clear access to the perimeter and key internal areas. Move stored items away from walls in garages, laundries and around skirting boards where possible, and ensure pets are secured. If you can, clear leaf litter or items covering weepholes and keep gates unlocked for side access. Better access improves the inspection coverage and reduces the chance of hidden evidence being missed.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections brings a termite-focused approach to Fountain Gate properties, targeting slab-edge entry points, moisture-risk zones and timber damage. Call 0485 857 077 to arrange an inspection.