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    Pest Inspections in Melbourne & Victoria

    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 mud tubes in a sub-floor
    Termite mud tubes in sub-floor

    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 inspections (such as Fumapest) 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 Fumapest 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
    Termatrac termite detector
    Termatrac termite detector
    Flir C5 thermal camera
    Flir thermal camera

    Pest Inspections – Frequently Asked Questions

    When should I get a pest inspection?

    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 Fumapest.  Give our friendly team a call now on 1800 113 112, or send us a message using our online enquiry form.

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