When Should I Get an Inspection?

We recommend getting a termite inspection as soon as you notice signs of termites in or around the property. This will allow you to remove them as soon as possible and mitigate the damage, resulting in a lower repair bill.

How Often Should I Get My Property Inspected?

It’s recommended that you organise termite inspection services at least once every 12 months. This can prevent infestations from flourishing and protect your property.

Can Termites Go Away On Their Own?

No, they can’t. Termites consume wood and will feed on your property for years until the damage becomes extreme and your safety is at risk. A termite check can identify these pests before the extent of damage becomes severe.

What Do Termite Inspections Cost?

Termite inspections cost between $250 and $350 for average-sized properties, and closer to $500 for larger properties.

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Termite Inspection in Melbourne & Victoria

A professional termite inspection is recommended at least once a year for homeowners in mainland Australia, as part of a termite management plan to protect your property.

Of course, if you’re worried your home is under termite attack, a comprehensive termite inspection needs to be carried out immediately.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

If you think you have termites, don’t disturb them and don’t spray them with insecticide!

This only frightens them from the area but doesn’t eliminate the problem and it makes it more difficult for a termite professional to work out what is going on and to carry out a termite treatment.

If you’re worried you might have termites just give us a call!

Call the Termites VIC TERMITE HOTLINE: 1800 113 112

Why choose Termites VIC for your Termite Inspection?

We are termite specialists!
All our termite inspectors are fully qualified and insured
Our team have been carrying out termite inspections in Melbourne for over 35 years!
We take our time to carry out a comprehensive termite inspection
To back up our expert termite inspectors we use state-of-the-art termite detection technology, including the FLIR E6 thermal imaging camera and Termatrac T3i
We provide a comprehensive multipage report with photos (see below for more details)
We are always happy to discuss our findings

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The Termite Inspection Process

As a minimum, termite inspections need to be carried out according to Australian Standards AS:3660. However, at Termites VIC we also inspect for borers and wood decay, according to AS 4349.3 Timber Pest Inspections, to make sure we inspect for and report on any timber pests that could be attacking your property (not just termites).

The termite inspection is a visual inspection to detect 3 main issues:

Signs of termite or borer activity
Any termite, borer or timber decay damage
Conditions or construction faults that may make a termite, borer or timber decay attack more likely

What areas do we inspect?

Land within the property boundary, within 50 m of the main building, looking at trees, fencing, landscaping elements and any out-buildings
Building exterior
All rooms within the house
Sub-floor (if present)
Roof void
Garage

What are we looking for?

Termite activity – live termites, termite nests, termite mud tubes
Termite damage – Apart from obvious damage, bouncing floors, doors/windows that don’t close, slight imperfections on walls and paintwork
Borer activity / damage
Timber decay
Conducive cond
- Poor drainage around and under the building
- Leaks in roof, guttering and downpipes
- Leaks in showers, laundry, kitchen and other plumbing
- Air conditioning / hot water not discharging to drains
- Issues with soil levels around building
- Obvious construction flaws
- Potential concealed termite entry points

What equipment do we use?

According to Australian Standards, termite inspections are visual inspections, which means we are not allowed to move objects nor cause damage to surfaces. However, we do use a range of different equipment to help us see what might be going on behind walls:

Donger – a tapping rod which is used to sound timbers (our expert inspectors can tell from the sound whether there are potential issues)
Tramex Plus Moisture Meter – this is a vital piece of equipment for help us to detect increased moisture levels behind walls, which could indicate a leaking pipe or even termite activity
Thermal imaging cameras – these are useful for detecting differences in the surface temperature on walls, which can help find termite activity
Termatrac T3i – is a specialised termite detection equipment. If has a range of capabilities, including a motion detector which can pick up the movement of single termites behind walls

The Termite Inspection Report

Our comprehensive reports are multi-page reports with photos, according to AS 4349.3 and include:

Identify any timber pests present (termites, borers, timber decay)
Details of any visual evidence of current and/or past timber pest activity
An assessment of any damage that is visible
A thorough assessment of the vulnerability of your property to timber pest attack
Recommendations to fix issues and improve conditions around the property to make a termite attack less likely
A timber pest management plan (if necessary), to provide long lasting termite protection for your property

We are always happy to answer any questions you may have about the findings in the report.

Frequently Asked Questions about Termite Inspections

How much do termite inspections cost?

Termite inspections cost varies depending on the property… it depends on the size of the house, the construction type (eg. does it have a sub-floor) and the size of the property. The more time it takes to carry out the inspection, the higher the cost. Please give us a call for a quote. Read our blog for more information about the factors that impact the cost of a termite inspection in Melbourne.

As standard home insurance does not provide cover for termite damage, and termite damage is more likely than fire, flood or other natural disaster combined, it is important to consider a termite inspection as part of your home insurance activities.

How long should a termite inspection take?

What is the difference between a termite inspection and a pre-purchase timber inspection?

A termite inspection (carried out according to Australian Standard AS 3660) is only looking for termite activity and is typically carried out for homeowners. A pre-purchase timber pest inspection (carried out according to Australian Standard AS 4349.3) is looking for evidence of termite activity, borers or timber decay and is typically carried out for home buyers for a property they are interested in purchasing.

Is a termite inspection the same as a termite check?

No. A termite inspection is carried out to Australian Standards AS3660 and is a comprehensive inspection with report, a service which is covered by the inspecting company’s insurance. A termite check is a free service, which is often used by companies to allow them to provide a quote for a termite treatment. However, they will need to carry out a comprehensive termite inspection before carrying out any treatment. Unfortunately, some companies promote termite checks as the same as termite inspection to unsuspecting homeowners. They are not the same and homeowners are not protected by insurance if they rely on the findings of a “termite check”.

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What are the signs of termites?

Evidence of termite activity can include squeaky and buckling floorboards, loose tiles, jammed doors and windows, piles of discarded wings, droppings, and mud tubes.

Live termites
Mud tubes
Flying termites / termite wings
Termite droppings
Termite damage:
- Imperfections on walls and paintwork
- Squeaky / spongy floorboards
- Doors / windows not closing properly

Check out our blog for more details and photos on the signs of termite activity.

Book a Termite Inspection Today

An astonishing one in three homes is susceptible to termites, causing millions of dollars of damage every year in Victoria alone. Even worse, termite damage isn’t covered by most insurance policies.

A comprehensive termite inspection conducted by Termites VIC Termite & Pest Control is the first step to ensure your home is safe from the devastating effects of termites. Call us on 1800 113 112 to speak with our friendly staff, or contact us online to book your termite inspection.

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