Warranwood’s leafy blocks, timber decks and moisture-prone subfloors can let termites and borers stay hidden until damage is advanced—an inspection finds activity before it spreads through structural timber.
Answer a few quick questions to receive your personalised quote for Warranwood
Complete this step to continue
Our comprehensive service includes everything you need to make an informed decision about your property.
We check perimeter walls, subfloor piers, internal skirtings and other accessible timbers for mud shelter tubes, termite leads and disturbance signs. This matters because subterranean termites can travel inside concealed mud workings without obvious surface damage until structural timber is affected.
We look for borer exit holes, frass (powdery dust), blistered paint, and soft or crumbling timber that may indicate rot or fungal decay. Differentiating borers from moisture-related decay helps you choose the right response—treatment, repairs, or moisture control.
We use moisture detection to pinpoint damp zones around bathrooms, laundries, subfloors, and external walls. Elevated moisture attracts termites and accelerates timber deterioration, so locating the source (leaks, poor drainage, ventilation issues) is essential to reducing ongoing risk.
We assess accessible timber decks, pergolas, verandahs, steps and boundary fencing—common in Warranwood homes—for decay, borer activity and termite entry points. Attached structures can become a pathway into the main dwelling if they connect to or sit close to the house frame.
Where there is safe access, we inspect underfloor timbers, bearers, joists and stumps, and note ventilation constraints such as blocked vents, stored items, or soil bridging. Poor airflow and hidden dampness are key drivers of termite risk and timber rot in subfloor zones.
We identify conditions that let termites bypass visible inspection zones—such as garden beds against walls, timber in contact with soil, concealed expansion joints, and plumbing penetrations. These notes help you fix the conditions that make Warranwood properties more vulnerable to hidden infestation.
Discover why thousands of property buyers trust us with their most important investment.
Professional inspections with attention to every detail. Here's a glimpse of our work.
Inspection photo 1
Inspection photo 2
Inspection photo 3
Get Termite & Timber Pest Inspection as part of a comprehensive inspection package
Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our inspection service.
Yes. Warranwood’s leafy blocks often create damp, sheltered zones where termites can travel unnoticed, especially under decks and around garden beds built up near walls. A Termite & Timber Pest Inspection checks for active workings, entry points and moisture conditions that support infestation. We also inspect attached timber structures that can act as a bridge into the dwelling.
Termites typically consume timber from the inside out, often leaving a thin outer layer that can look intact until you probe it. Borers usually leave small exit holes and fine powdery frass, and the damage pattern is often localised to particular timber types. During the inspection, we look for the distinct signs of each so you can choose the correct treatment and repair approach.
Yes. Moisture is a major driver of termite activity and timber decay, so we assess moisture-prone areas such as bathrooms, laundries, subfloors and external walls. We look for conditions like poor drainage, leaking plumbing and inadequate ventilation. Finding and fixing moisture sources helps reduce the chance of termites returning after treatment.
Sloping blocks can create drainage paths that keep parts of the subfloor damp, particularly near retaining walls, downpipes and low points. Risk increases if vents are blocked, soil levels are high, or stored items reduce airflow. Where access is safe, we inspect underfloor timbers, look for termite leads and check for soil-to-timber contact that can hide termite entry.
For most homes, a regular inspection schedule is important because termites can establish between checks without obvious signs. The ideal frequency depends on factors like timber features, nearby vegetation, subfloor moisture and any prior activity. After inspecting your Warranwood property, we’ll explain the specific risk drivers present and recommend a practical inspection interval.
Still have questions?
Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the timber features and moisture conditions common around Warranwood homes, helping you spot termite and timber pest activity early—call 0413 163 187.