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Ivanhoe East’s leafy blocks, older timber features and subfloor spaces can hide termite and moisture issues until repairs get expensive—inspect before you buy or renovate.
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We inspect accessible subfloor areas, stumps/piers, perimeter walls and entry points for mud leads, shelter tubes and disturbed soil. These are common pathways termites use to reach structural timber without being seen.
We look for moisture-prone locations such as bathrooms, laundries, kitchens, external taps and downpipe discharge points. Elevated moisture can indicate leaks or poor drainage and increases termite attraction and timber decay risk.
We assess exposed timber for characteristic damage patterns from termites and other timber pests. Where possible, we distinguish older, inactive damage from signs that suggest current activity requiring urgent action.
We check accessible roof void areas, trusses and surrounding timbers for pest activity, moisture staining and conditions that can support timber deterioration. Roof void issues can be missed in quick walk-throughs.
Decks, pergolas, fences and landscaping timbers can act as bridges into the home if they contact soil or conceal slab edges. We assess these interfaces and flag high-risk timber-to-ground contact points.
We look for evidence of previous termite treatment, physical barriers (if visible), and construction details that raise risk—such as concealed weep holes, bridging over slab edges, and limited subfloor ventilation. This helps you plan targeted prevention.
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Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our inspection service.
Yes. Homes with timber floors and accessible subfloors can conceal termite entry points, moisture build-up and timber-to-ground contact that’s hard to spot during an open for inspection. In Ivanhoe East, renovations and landscaping can also change drainage and airflow under the house. A termite-focused pest inspection checks these high-risk zones and highlights conditions that should be corrected.
A general pest inspection typically targets issues like rodents and common nuisance pests. A timber pest/termite inspection is specifically aimed at termites and other timber-damaging pests, plus the conditions that support them. For property decisions, the timber pest/termite focus is critical because structural timber damage can be costly and may not be visible without checking subfloor, perimeter and moisture risk areas.
Yes, where accessible. Outdoor timbers and garden edges can be the first place termites attack, and they can provide a bridge into the house if timber touches soil or hides slab edges. We assess attached structures, look for damage and conducive conditions, and explain what changes reduce risk—such as separating timber from soil and improving drainage around the perimeter.
It can. Extensions may introduce new slab edges, altered drainage, boxed-in areas, or changes to subfloor ventilation that create concealed, damp zones. Even well-built additions can accidentally bridge termite barriers or create timber-to-ground contact. During the inspection we pay close attention to where old meets new, check moisture-prone junctions, and note any construction details that should be improved or monitored.
ACE Building and Pest Inspections can often arrange inspections promptly for Ivanhoe East, depending on access and availability. If you’re working within a cooling-off period or a tight settlement timeline, it’s best to call early and have the agent or owner confirm access to the subfloor and roof void (where applicable). Call 0413 163 187 to discuss timing and site access.
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Get in TouchChoose ACE Building and Pest Inspections for a termite-focused Pest Inspection Melbourne service in Ivanhoe East, with careful checks of subfloors, outdoor timbers and moisture risk areas. Call 0413 163 187.