Newmarket homes often combine older timber flooring with extensions, decks and garden structures—exactly where termites and timber pests can stay hidden until damage is advanced.
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We inspect the external base of the home, adjacent soil lines, retaining edges, and concealed access points where termites commonly enter. This matters in Newmarket where paved courtyards and garden beds can sit hard up against walls and hide termite bridging and mud leads.
Where access allows, we check subfloor timbers, stumps/bearers/joists, ventilation and damp areas for termite workings and timber pest damage. Subfloor zones are a common hotspot because activity can progress unseen while still affecting structural timber.
We use moisture detection to locate dampness around wet areas, plumbing penetrations, laundries, bathrooms and external walls. Elevated moisture doesn’t confirm termites, but it does highlight conditions that make Newmarket homes more susceptible to timber decay and pest attack.
We examine external timbers for signs of borer damage, decay, termite concealment and timber-to-ground contact. Outdoor timber structures are often the first place pests establish, then spread toward the main dwelling if conditions allow.
If the property has evidence of past termite treatment, baiting stations or barrier work, we check what’s visible, look for disruption points, and note maintenance needs. Gaps, landscaping changes and renovations can reduce the effectiveness of older protection measures.
We differentiate between likely termite activity, borer attack, and fungal decay by inspecting damage characteristics, frass, galleries and affected timber types. Correct identification matters because treatment and repair pathways differ significantly.
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They can be. Older homes in Newmarket often have timber subfloors, bearers and joists, plus later renovations that create concealed junctions. If ventilation is poor or moisture builds up under the house, termites and other timber pests have better conditions to establish. An inspection focuses on those concealed zones and the perimeter entry points where activity often starts.
We inspect accessible internal rooms for indicators (including around wet areas), accessible roof void entry points where safe, subfloor/under-house areas where available, and the external perimeter. We also check outdoor timber features such as decks, pergolas, fences and sleepers, because pests can start there. Moisture testing is used to identify conditions that increase timber pest risk.
Often, yes—although no inspection can guarantee detection if activity is completely hidden. We use a methodical approach and detection technology to identify risk indicators such as moisture anomalies, concealed entry points, and damage patterns that suggest active or past timber pest presence. If we find suspicious areas that can’t be confirmed visually, we’ll recommend the most appropriate next step.
They can. Newmarket properties that have been extended often include new slab edges, added decking, altered drainage or garden landscaping, and changes to subfloor ventilation. These changes can create concealed bridging over older termite barriers or introduce timber-to-ground contact. During the inspection, we pay close attention to where old and new materials meet and where access is restricted.
In Australia, regular inspections are strongly recommended because termite risk exists in many metro areas and activity can develop between seasons. Frequency depends on the property’s construction, moisture conditions, and site factors such as timber landscaping and subfloor access. After inspecting your Newmarket home, we’ll outline a practical inspection interval based on the specific risks we observe.
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Get in TouchCall ACE Building and Pest Inspections on 0413 163 187 for a focused inspection that targets Newmarket’s common timber-risk areas—subfloors, damp zones and external timber structures.