Moonee Ponds homes with older timber floors, subfloor voids, garden beds near walls, and renovated wet areas can hide moisture and timber pest activity before it shows on the surface.
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We inspect the full external perimeter, looking for termite leads, shelter tubes, bridging of slab edges, and timber-to-soil contact. In Moonee Ponds this includes checking where garden beds, mulch, decking and paths sit against walls or weep holes, as these can hide termite entry and keep timbers damp.
We check bearers, joists, stumps, ant caps, vents and the general airflow under the home. Older Moonee Ponds houses can have tight or obstructed subfloors where moisture lingers, so we look for fungal decay, borer attack and termite workings on structural timbers.
We test for elevated moisture around bathrooms, laundries, kitchens and balcony/terrace thresholds where accessible. Persistent moisture from showers, waterproofing failures or plumbing leaks can soften timber and attract termites, so this part of the inspection targets common hidden problem zones.
We examine skirtings, architraves, window frames, floorboards, door jambs and built-in cabinetry for tell-tale signs such as blistered paint, hollow-sounding timber, borer pinholes, frass, and distortion. This helps separate cosmetic defects from timber pest-related damage.
We inspect roof timbers, trusses, battens and penetrations for moisture staining, decay and borer activity, particularly near older flashing details, box gutters and exhaust ducting. Roof leaks can keep framing damp for long periods, creating ideal conditions for timber pests.
We assess timber fences, sheds, pergolas, decking and retaining sleepers for pest activity and decay, because these often act as a ‘stepping stone’ to the main dwelling. We also note drainage and watering patterns that may be keeping external timbers wet.
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Many Moonee Ponds properties include older timber subfloors, weatherboard construction and layered renovations that can conceal entry points and moisture. Termites and borers can work behind skirtings, under floors and inside wall cavities with minimal visible signs. An inspection focuses on these concealed areas, checks moisture conditions, and flags risk factors like timber-to-soil contact and poor ventilation.
They can. Renovations often add new waterproofing, plumbing and finishes that may conceal slow leaks or trapped moisture. If moisture persists, timber framing and floor structures can become softer and more attractive to termites and fungal decay. During the inspection we target wet-area perimeters, adjoining walls and floors (where accessible) and look for moisture indicators that warrant further investigation.
We inspect for termites as well as other timber pests and timber deterioration issues, including wood-boring insects (such as borers) and fungal decay associated with elevated moisture. The inspection looks for physical evidence like workings, mudding, pinholes, frass, damaged fibres and moisture-related staining. If we find indicators, we explain the likely cause and the practical next steps.
Yes. In Moonee Ponds we often see risk around subfloors with limited clearance, garden beds or paving built up against walls, and external timbers close to damp soil. We also pay close attention to wet-area junctions from extensions, older guttering or box-gutter style details, and fences or decks that connect to the house and can conceal termite movement.
Clear access to the subfloor entry, manholes and around the perimeter walls if possible. Trim or move stored items that block vents, and keep gardens, pots and mulch away from inspection zones so we can see weep holes and slab edges. If you’ve noticed leaking taps, damp patches, sticking doors or bubbling paint, point them out—these can be useful moisture clues.
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Get in TouchChoose ACE Building and Pest Inspections for a thorough Termite & Timber Pest Inspection in Moonee Ponds that targets subfloors, wet areas and external risk zones. Call 0413 163 187 to arrange an inspection.