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Building and Pest Inspections in Whittlesea

Building and timber pest in one visit, which in Whittlesea is the booking that makes sense.

  • A single visit, two reports
  • Timber pest inspection to AS 4349.3
  • Stage inspections measured against NCC
  • Barrier condition inspected
  • Conditions favourable for termites
  • Evidence without assumptions
  • Licensing authority referral
  • Results available within 24 hours
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What is included

What is included in a Whittlesea building and pest inspection

The inspection follows AS 4349.1 for the building and AS 4349.3 for timber pests. A timber pest inspection checks for signs of activity and conditions that allow pests to thrive. The inspection does not treat any pests and does not guarantee a pest free result.

Subfloor termite entry

  • Inspect garden bed weep holes
  • Concrete slabs exposed at paving edge
  • Plumbing under the floors
  • Barrier records check

Inspect trees for pests

  • Old stump remnants in yard
  • Railway sleepers garden edge
  • Risks at walls
  • Large trees surrounding the property

Timber and masonry structures

  • Decaying fence posts
  • Pergola beams
  • Deck timber framing checked
  • Timber gates

Roof timbers

  • Termite shelter tubes on rafters
  • Roof framing damage
  • Timber borer detection
  • Timber pests at water leaks

Inside timbers

  • Plaster checked for soundness
  • Window sill timber check
  • Door frame and jamb condition
  • Framed built-in robes

Damp that invites termites

  • Outdoor taps dripping
  • Leaking downpipes
  • Evidence of moisture at the slab
  • Overflow pipe puddling found

Roof weathering

  • Ridge capping repair
  • Missing roof tiles
  • Rusty gutters
  • Valley debris check

Structural condition

  • Cracked mortar joints
  • Lintel rust
  • Uneven floors
  • Ceiling cracks

Full timber pest report

  • Pre-purchase inspection report
  • Damage recorded
  • Restricted spaces we couldn't enter
  • Treatment quote referrals

36 checkpoints across 9 areas on a standard Whittlesea building and pest inspection. We look at the parts of an older house that can be easily reached. If the roof cavity, subfloor or meter box is locked or blocked, the report notes this in the inspection findings.

Sample findings

Sample findings from our building and pest inspections in Whittlesea

Termite findings and conducive conditions recorded on Whittlesea properties.

Termite activity evidence, recorded during a building and pest inspection in Epping
Termite workings and fence damage were found. This indicates the need for treatment and repairs, Epping
Breaching/bridging of termite barriers found, recorded during a building and pest inspection in Donnybrook
Termites have breached the termite barriers, which compromises the protection for the home, Donnybrook
Conducive conditions, recorded during a building and pest inspection in Reservoir
Conducive conditions were found that provide termites with food, water, or shelter, increasing the risk of an infestation, Reservoir
Timber debris, recorded during a building and pest inspection in Reservoir
Timber debris on the ground attracts termites and should be removed, Reservoir
Found, recorded during a building and pest inspection in Reservoir
The inspector found this issue during the inspection, Reservoir
Our inspectors reviewing a report together
Why Whittlesea owners choose us

Independent. Licensed. Insured.

  • A rural town, not a suburb
  • Timber history, timber risk
  • Basalt clay needs care
  • Stage inspections follow the drawings
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Other inspections we carry out in Whittlesea

New Construction Stage Inspections in Whittlesea New Construction Stage Inspections Seven checks through a Whittlesea build, each before the work is closed in. Pre-Handover (PCI) Inspections in Whittlesea Pre-Handover (PCI) Inspections A final walk-through of the house before you sign the final contract. Defect Investigation Reports in Whittlesea Defect Investigation Reports A defect found, checked against the approved plans and standards. Pre-Purchase Building Inspections in Whittlesea Pre-Purchase Building Inspections A visual inspection to AS 4349.1 of an established Whittlesea home.
Dilapidation Reports in Whittlesea Dilapidation Reports A dated photographic record of the site before a neighbour starts construction.
VCAT Expert Witness Reports in Whittlesea VCAT Expert Witness Reports Expert evidence and detailed schedules for complex disputes at VCAT.
Pre-Sale Inspections in Whittlesea Pre-Sale Inspections Check the build against the drawings and the Guide to Standards and Tolerances before the final inspection.
Apartment and Strata Inspections in Whittlesea Apartment and Strata Inspections A full inspection of the whole property and the building envelope.

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FAQ

Building and Pest Inspections in Whittlesea: common questions

What happens if a barrier is bridged?

Termites can bypass the barrier if the house has expanded beyond the treated zone. Changes to garden beds, paving and rendered edges usually happened after the original build.

Can you guarantee a completely clear report?

No. We found no signs of damage in the parts of the building that we could reach. Subterranean termites hide in the soil and inside structural timbers, making a completely clear report impossible.

Will you carry out the treatment?

No, deliberately. Licensed pest controllers are responsible for the treatment and any associated warranty. Separating the inspection task from any repair work helps the report stay independent.

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