Building and Pest Inspections | Pre Purchase Inspections

When Building and Pest Inspections are required it is generally for the purchase of a property – the single most important and expensive purchase in most peoples lives.

White Ants or Termite Damage can run into the tens of thousands. Therefore, it is important not to contract someone simply because they offer the lowest price because they may not be properly qualified, insured, licenced or they may just cut corners to save time.

It is important to know that most building inspectors are not qualified or experienced in timber pest inspections. This means that if you are having a building inspection insist on a separate inspection for timber pests in accordance with the Australian Standards AS4349.3.

Two Inspections, Two Reports

The Pest and Building Inspections are carried out independently and two reports are submitted to each client. 1300 Pest Control can organise the Pest & Building Inspection on your behalf, whereby we liaise with a trusted Building Inspector to get a single time slot where both inspections can be done simultaneously. Alternatively we are able to work with any Building Inspector of your choice.

1300 Pest Control will also liase with the estate agent and/or the seller and then contact you, the buyer, to keep you informed from start to finish.

1300 Pest Control Pre Purchase Inspections

1300 Pest Control Pest Inspections are conducted carefully & thoroughly and all are carried out to the higher of the two Australian Standards. Each Technician who performs these Timber Pest Inspections are fully accrediated & experienced and carry the appropriate current Licence and Insurance that is required for Timber Pest Managers.

We thoroughly examine and report on all timber and other accessible materials such as structural timber frames, joists, rafters & bearers & any joinery. Our Termite Inspections take into account all internal areas to a building including basements and roof voids as well as a thorough external examination of the property, taking into account surface work to foundation soils, outdoor landscape timbers, pavers, trees and tree stumps.

A Pest Inspection Report will contain information on whether there is Evidence of Timber Pest Activity as well as current Conditions Conducive to Timber Pests. We offer Termite Management Solutions as well as detail information on what current Pest Management Systems are in place and proposals on any Termite Management Systems that could be implemented to reduce the likelihood of any future Timber Pest Infestations on the property.

1300 Pest Control is the Number you Know and Trust

Our technicians can be trusted to carry out a professional job. They have a full Timber Pest Licence, Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance.
All Pest Inspections are carried out to Australian Standards or greater.
Pest Inspections are very thorough, at least 1 hour for an average house. The Inspector will need access to all rooms including the ceiling cavity.
The Pest Inspection is performed with an array of tools and thorough Visual Inspection of the premises. These tools can include but are not limited to;
- Moisture Meter – an electronic device that detects moisture migration. Termites are almost 100% moisture and so this is a required tool in inspections.
- Video Inspection/ Boroscope – allows inspectors to see inside of wall cavities, trees and other structures (only with the approval of the property owner).
- Termatrac – Radar device. Termatrac is a valuable tool that is used to determine the likelihood of termite activity in a particular location.
- Thermal Imaging – infrared technology that detects hot spots in wall cavities. Can assist in Termite Detection in conjunction with other methods of detection.
- Inspection Probes (Sounding Donger)/ Listening devices – important for hearing termite activity within the buildings walls.
- Pest Inspection Report – will be provided within 24 hours documenting termite activity and the risk of Termite Infestation.

Termite Control has advanced significantly in recent years. All 1300 PestControl branches support Industry best practices and keep up to date with the continuing improvements in Termite Inspection, Termite Treatment and Termite Prevention.

We service both the domestic and commercial sectors. All enquiries welcome!

1300 Pest Control offers clients:

Competitive Pricing
Exceptional Customer Service
Warranties
Compliance with Australian Standards
Fully Licenced & Fully Insured = TRUST
Environmentally friendly products
Safe around children & animals
Integrated Pest Management for Residential and Commercial Pest Control
1300 Pest Control is a member of the Australian Environmental Pest Managers Association