PADinspections provides professional timber pest and termite inspections across Melbourne and Geelong, helping homeowners, buyers and property owners identify signs of termite activity, timber pest damage and conditions that may increase the risk of future attack.
Timber pests can cause significant damage if they are not identified early. Our inspections help provide a clearer understanding of the condition of accessible timber elements and any evidence of timber-destroying organisms.
Concerned about termites or buying a property?
Book Your Timber Pest Inspection
or call (03) 8797 2639
Professional Termite Inspections
A termite inspection is an important part of assessing a property, particularly before purchase or where there are concerns about possible timber pest activity.
Our inspections look for visible evidence of:
- Active termites
- Previous termite activity
- Termite damage
- Borer activity
- Wood decay
- Moisture-related conditions that may contribute to timber deterioration
- Conditions that may increase the risk of termite entry or attack
Where concerns are identified, the report will explain the findings and recommend further investigation, treatment or repairs where appropriate.
Timber Pest Inspections Before Buying a Property
A timber pest inspection can be carried out as a standalone inspection or combined with a pre-purchase building inspection.
For buyers, a combined inspection provides a broader understanding of the property by assessing both visible building defects and timber pest concerns.
Buying a property and want both inspections completed together?
Call (03) 8797 2639 or
Book a Building & Pest Inspection.
Timber-Destroying Organisms
A timber pest inspection may identify evidence associated with several timber-destroying organisms.
Subterranean Termites
Termites can attack structural and non-structural timber and may cause significant concealed damage if activity is not identified.
Wood Decay Fungi
Fungal decay can cause timber deterioration, particularly where moisture is present over an extended period.
Borers
Some beetles attack timber in service and may cause damage to structural or decorative timber depending on the species and extent of activity.
What Areas Are Inspected?
Where safe and accessible, the inspection may include:
- Building interior
- Roof space
- Subfloor
- Exterior timbers
- Decks and verandas
- Garages and sheds
- Visible landscaping timbers
- Areas where moisture or poor ventilation may increase timber pest risk
Access limitations are clearly noted in the report.
Specialist Equipment
Where appropriate, our inspectors may use specialist equipment such as moisture meters and other non-invasive tools to assist with the inspection.
These tools can help identify areas requiring closer assessment, particularly where moisture conditions or concealed timber pest activity are suspected.
Clear Timber Pest Inspection Reports
After the inspection, you will receive a detailed report outlining the areas inspected and any evidence of timber pest activity, timber damage or risk conditions identified.
Where required, recommendations may include:
- Termite treatment
- Further invasive investigation
- Timber repairs
- Moisture rectification
- Improved ventilation or drainage
- Further assessment by a suitably licensed tradesperson or specialist
Have you found something suspicious at your property?
Call (03) 8797 2639 or
Book a Timber Pest Inspection Online.
Timber Pest Inspections Across Melbourne
PADinspections provides termite and timber pest inspections across Melbourne’s western, northern and eastern suburbs, as well as Geelong.
Book a Timber Pest Inspection
If you are buying a property, concerned about possible termite activity or want your property assessed, contact PADinspections today.
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