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Highett’s mix of older weatherboards, renovated brick homes and low-set units often includes subfloors, garden edging and hidden moisture points that attract termites and timber borers.
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We inspect accessible subfloor areas, stumps and bearers, then follow the building perimeter to check common entry points such as weep holes, slab edges, paving joints and service penetrations where termites can travel unseen.
We use moisture assessment to identify damp zones around bathrooms, laundries, kitchens and hot water services. Elevated moisture can attract termites and can also support fungal decay that weakens timber.
We look for borer pinholes, frass (fine powder), surface blistering and weakened timber in roof timbers, skirtings, door frames and exposed structural members, helping separate historic activity from current risk.
Decking, fences, retaining sleepers, pergolas and timber garden edging are assessed for decay, pest damage and timber-to-soil contact, as these can act as a bridge for termites to reach the home.
We check subfloor ventilation, drainage falls, downpipe discharge points and areas where water pools near the building. Poor airflow and persistent dampness increase termite susceptibility and timber deterioration.
Renovations can create hidden termite pathways behind cladding, new bathrooms, added rooms and re-lined walls. We focus on transition points where old and new construction meets and where visual inspection is often overlooked.
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Yes. Termites can affect houses and some ground-level units, especially where there’s timber-to-soil contact, damp subfloors, or concealed entry points around slab edges and services. Highett’s mix of older homes, extensions and landscaped yards can hide moisture and bridging timbers. A termite and timber pest inspection focuses on finding active signs, damage, and the conditions that increase risk.
A termite inspection targets subterranean termite activity, entry points and termite-related damage. A timber pest inspection includes termites but also looks for other timber pests such as wood borers and beetles, plus timber decay linked to moisture. For Highett properties with older joinery, roof timbers or underfloor framing, checking for both termite risk and other timber pests gives a more complete picture.
We inspect all accessible areas, including the external perimeter, visible subfloor sections, wet areas, roof void access points (where available), and timber features around the yard. If the subfloor is too tight or blocked, we document the restriction and focus on indicators such as moisture patterns, termite mudding, timbers touching soil, and high-risk junctions. We’ll also recommend ways to improve access for future inspections.
They can. Extensions often introduce new plumbing, altered drainage, and concealed junctions where old and new building elements meet. These areas can trap moisture or create hidden pathways that termites use without obvious external signs. We pay close attention to new wet areas, cladding edges, internal wall junctions, and any timber framing near ground level. The report will highlight which renovation zones warrant closer monitoring.
We document the evidence, identify likely entry zones and moisture drivers, and outline immediate risk areas that need attention. Treatment itself is completed by a qualified pest management professional, but our findings help guide targeted action such as correcting moisture issues, removing bridging timbers, and deciding on appropriate termite management. If you’re buying in Highett, the report also supports negotiations and planning further investigations if needed.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections brings detailed termite detection and moisture-risk checking to Highett properties, with clear next steps you can act on. Call 0485 857 077 to arrange an inspection.