Niddrie homes often mix older timber elements with newer extensions, plus established gardens and subfloor areas that can hold moisture—ideal conditions for termites and timber pests if issues go unnoticed.
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We inspect likely termite access zones such as slab edges, weep holes, brick-to-ground clearance, perimeter paths, expansion joints, and plumbing penetrations. These are common pathways termites use to enter buildings without being seen, particularly where landscaping or paving has reduced visual clearance.
If the property has a raised floor, we assess subfloor timbers, ant caps, ventilation and dampness signs. Termites and borers often target bearers, joists and piers first, and restricted airflow or stored items under the house can hide early damage.
We check accessible roof timbers for termite mudding, borer pin-holes, wood dust, fungal decay and moisture staining around penetrations. Roof spaces can show early warning signs before damage becomes visible inside living areas.
We focus on bathrooms, laundries, kitchens, hot water units and external taps for moisture conditions that attract termites and contribute to timber decay. We also look for leaking overflows, poor drainage, and ventilation issues that keep timber damp.
We look for evidence of timber borers, wood rot, and pest-related damage patterns in structural and non-structural timber such as skirtings, door frames, flooring, pergolas and fences. Identifying the type of damage helps guide the right treatment and repair approach.
We assess how garden beds, mulch, sleepers, stored timber, and external structures interact with the building. In Niddrie, established gardens and shaded side paths can keep moisture against walls and hide termite leads, so we highlight practical changes to reduce risk.
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Yes. Many older Niddrie homes include subfloors, timber framing, original floorboards and external timber features that are attractive to termites and borers. Age also increases the chance of past leaks, inadequate ventilation or garden changes that introduce moisture. A pest inspection checks concealed areas (where accessible) and identifies both active activity and the conditions that make reinfestation more likely.
The inspection focuses on termites and timber pests such as wood borers, plus evidence of timber decay linked to moisture. We look for live insects, mud leads, damage patterns, frass (wood dust), hollow-sounding timbers and staining around wet areas. We also assess environmental factors like drainage, ventilation and timber-to-ground contact that can encourage pest activity.
Time varies depending on the size, access and whether the home has a subfloor, multiple roof areas or extensive external timber structures. Most inspections take long enough to methodically check the interior, roof void (if accessible), subfloor (if accessible) and external perimeter. We’ll also allow time to discuss findings and the highest-risk areas before the report is issued.
They can. Extensions often create junctions between old and new construction, concealed cavities, and additional plumbing penetrations where termites can travel unseen. Landscaping works done during renovations can also reduce slab-edge visibility or increase moisture near walls. During the inspection, we pay close attention to these transition points and note any clearance, drainage or detailing issues that elevate risk.
Clear access to key areas: move stored items away from walls, ensure the manhole to the roof space is accessible, unlock gates, and keep pets secured. If there’s a subfloor access hatch, make sure it’s not obstructed. Also let us know about any past termite treatments, renovations, or recurring leaks so we can focus on likely risk zones.
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Get in TouchChoose ACE Building and Pest Inspections for a thorough termite and timber pest inspection that targets Niddrie’s common risk areas—subfloors, garden interfaces and moisture zones. Call 0413 163 187.