1300 Pest Control technicians are fully licensed and insured to carry out Termite Inspections to Australian Standards or greater.
Termite Inspections
In Australia there is a strong need for a Pre Purchase Inspection and an annual Timber Pest Inspection because Timber Pests (particularly Termites, which are often referred to as White Ants) can cause costly damage to property if not detected.
Termites, or White Ants as they are often referred, feed on wood. So if your home contains wooden frames or structural elements, then home is at risk of a Termite Infestation and Termite Damage that could cost you thousands.
The Termite Inspection detects any Termite activity before the cost of damage to your structure is excessive. Our Termite Inspectors can advise you on Termite Prevention measures that can reduce the risk of Termite Infestation and Termite Damage, including a Termite Prevention DIY checklist.
Detecting Termite Damage through Inspection
Termite Damage often goes undetected for some time because termites eat from the inside out, so termite damage can be substantial by the time it is detected. It is therefore highly recommended to have and annual Termite Inspection on your property by a qualified timber pest technician.
Signs of Termite Infestation and Termite Damage:
> Wood that sounds hollow when tapped;
> Gaps or crumbling wooden beams;
> Termite mud tubes, which run above ground and are built by Termites as tunnels to move about without exposure.
DIY or Professional?
Most DIY methods for Termite Control are not effective or successful long term strategies.
When you consider the value of your property, scheduling an annual Termite Inspection by a qualified, licenced professional for your property is a sound investment.
Approximately half of all Pest Controllers are not properly licenced or fully insured for the work they carry out. Don’t just settle for the quickest turn-around or the cheapest price as you may not always be getting what you thought you were paying for.
1300 PEST CONTROL guarantees you peace of mind by only ensuring all Technicians are experienced, qualified, licenced and fully insured.
Our quality termite controllers will carry out a thorough inspection of your property, the foundations, the inner structural elements, fencing and all wood products in and around the house and provide you with advice on a tailored Termite Management System (TMS) that best suits your 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 Termite Inspections are carried out to Australian Standards or greater.
- Termite 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 Termite 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
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To speak with a friendly Pest expert call 1300 PEST CONTROL (1300 737 826)
Termite Control – White Ants Control Services include:
- Building and Pest Inspections
- Pre Purchase Inspections
- Termite Barrier
- Termite Inspection – Pest Inspection
- Termite Prevention
- Termite Treatment
General Pest Control Services include treatments for the following:
- Ant Control
- Bed Bug Control
- Bee Control
- Beetles Control
- Cockroach Control
- Flea Control
- Flying Insect Control
- Mice Control – Mouse Control
- Mosquito Control
- Moth Control
- Pantry Moths Control
- Rat Control
- Rental Property Pest Control
- Rodent Control
- Silverfish Control
- Spider Control
- Wasp Control
Animal Removal Service:
- Bird Control
- Possum Removal
- Snake Removal
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Many customers ask us if there is a difference with a Pre Purchase inspection to an annual Termite Inspection.
Pre purchase inspections are carried out in accordance with the Australian Standard AS4349.3 and differs from a standard annual inspection as it also covers other timber pests such as borers & fungal decay. As with an annual termite inspection, a written report is submitted to all clients which covers any timber pest activity or damage. The report also highlights conditions found by the inspector which may make your property more inviting to termites as well as advice on treatments (and previous treatment evidence) & recommendations for reducing your risk of future invasion.