Pest Inspection Melbourne & Victoria
If you need a pre-purchase timber pest inspection before you buy a house, you can trust the reports from the experience termite professionals at Termites VIC Termite & Pest Control (formerly Fumapest).
When homeowners ask about a “pest inspection” they are either asking about a pre-purchase timber pest inspection or a termite inspection. These are two similar types of pest inspection, but with some key differences.
Pre-Purchase Timber Pest Inspections
A pre-purchase timber pest inspection is the standard inspection required by home buyers when looking to buy a property. The key elements of a timber pest inspection are:
- Inspection for timber pests (termites, borers and wood decay) and not only termites.
- Picks up timber pest activity, signs of damage, conditions that may make timber pest activity more likely and recommendations to remedy any issues.
- It is a visual inspection – the inspector is not allowed to move any furniture to access walls or rooms blocked off and should not damage any surfaces.
- Carried out according to Australia Standards AS 4349.3
- A pre-inspection agreement is required to be signed before the inspection is carried out to ensure the buyer understands what the inspection does and does not cover
- Comprehensive multi-page report
Termite Inspections
A termite inspection is the standard inspection requested by homeowners to check for termite activity on a property they own. Although some termite inspectors (such as Termites VIC) will also inspect for borer and timber decay activity, this isn’t a standard element of a termite inspection. The key elements of a termite inspection are:
- Inspection for termites (only).
- Picks up termite activity, signs of damage, conditions that may make termite activity more likely and recommendations to remedy any issues.
- It is a visual inspection – the inspector is not allowed to move any furniture to access walls or rooms blocked off and should not damage any surfaces. They may suggest furniture be moved / access obtained or recommend a further invasive inspection if there are areas of concern
- Carried out according to Australia Standards AS 3660
- Comprehensive multi-page report
Both inspections will cover property around the building, trees, landscaping elements, fences and outbuildings as well as the main house (all rooms, sub-floor, roof void).
Why choose Termites VIC for your timber pest and termite inspections?
- Fully licensed and insured
- Over 35 year of termite experience
- Local experts with knowledge of Victorian termite species
- Use of thermal imaging cameras and termite detection devices
- Comprehensive multi-page reports with photos
Pest Inspections – Frequently Asked Questions
A pre-purchase timber pest inspection should be carried out on any property you are interested in buying. It is a separate inspection to a building inspection and just as important. If the house you are interested in is going to auction, the pest inspection needs to be completed before you bid.
Organise a Pest Inspection Today
Whether you need a pre-purchase timber pest inspection for a property you are looking to buy or a regular termite inspection for your own home, contact the experts at Termites VIC. Give our friendly team a call now on 1800 113 112, or send us a message using our online enquiry form.