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Preston’s mix of older weatherboards, renovated bungalows and rear extensions can hide moisture and concealed timber framing—ideal conditions for termites and wood borers to go unnoticed until damage is expensive.
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We check for termite leads, mudding, shelter tubes and disturbed soil around external walls, subfloor entry points, fences and adjoining structures. Termites commonly enter from concealed perimeter zones, so this is a key step for Preston homes with tight side access or landscaped boundaries.
We scan bathrooms, laundries, kitchens and nearby skirtings/door frames for elevated moisture patterns and signs of leaks. Moisture attracts termites and accelerates timber decay, and it can sit unnoticed behind tiles or cabinetry until damage spreads to framing.
Where accessible, we inspect the subfloor for dampness, poor airflow, plumbing drips, bridging by stored items and timber in contact with soil. Many older Preston homes have subfloor zones that are hard to see but are a common starting point for termite entry and fungal decay.
We inspect accessible roof void areas for termite trails on trusses, borer damage, moisture staining from roof leaks and compromised timbers. Roof void issues can be missed because damage doesn’t always show on internal ceilings until it’s advanced.
We look for borer flight holes, powdery frass, blistered paint, timber softness and characteristic termite workings to help distinguish likely causes. Correct identification matters because treatments and repair urgency differ significantly between pest types.
We assess external timbers, posts, retaining edges and landscaping that can conceal termite activity or keep timbers damp. In Preston, rear entertaining areas and recent landscaping are common places where timber-to-soil contact and trapped moisture create avoidable risk.
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Renovations can unintentionally increase risk if new garden beds, paving or cladding cover weep holes, create timber-to-soil contact, or trap moisture against walls. Extensions can also introduce concealed junctions where termites travel without being seen. Our inspection focuses on these transition points—old-to-new connections, subfloor entries and wet area upgrades—so issues are identified early, not after fit-off or repainting.
We look for evidence of termites as well as common timber pests such as wood borers, plus conditions that lead to timber decay (fungal rot) driven by moisture. The inspection checks accessible structural and non-structural timbers for characteristic signs like borer holes and frass, termite workings and hollowing, and moisture-related softening. If we find indicators, we explain the likely cause and recommended next steps.
Yes. We assess moisture-prone areas such as bathrooms, laundries, kitchens, subfloors and around external taps and drainage points. Elevated moisture doesn’t automatically mean termites are present, but it does increase risk and can accelerate timber deterioration. Where moisture patterns are detected, we outline practical actions—repairing leaks, improving drainage or ventilation—so you can reduce the conditions pests rely on.
Often, yes. Raised-floor and weatherboard homes commonly have subfloor zones where termites can enter and travel out of sight, especially if ventilation is limited or the ground is damp. If the subfloor is accessible, we inspect stumps, bearers, joists and plumbing penetrations, and we look for mudding, moisture and timber-to-ground contact. If access is restricted, we note limitations and advise options.
If we find evidence suggesting active termites or significant timber pest damage, we’ll explain where it was observed, how serious it appears, and what it could affect. We’ll also recommend the next steps, which typically include engaging a pest management professional for treatment and, where required, a builder for repairs. You’ll have clear information to inform purchase negotiations or repair planning.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the termite entry points and moisture hot spots common in Preston homes—call 0413 163 187 to arrange your Termite & Timber Pest Inspection.