Termite Inspections
Action Property Inspections are the specialists in pre-purchase property inspections in Brisbane and surrounding areas. We are the experts when it comes to pre-purchase building and pest inspection in Brisbane. Termite inspections are the most important pest inspections to carry out on your new property as termites are the most damaging of all pests in Brisbane. Your comprehensive pest inspection will include termite detection using the latest technologies.
Action Property Inspections gives you a “double layer of protection” by conducting separate building inspector termite inspections and pest inspector termite detection. Our inspector Andrew will check for the structural termite prevention measures in place. This means that you’ve got two experts checking your home for these often “difficult to detect” pests.
Pests Inspections, including Termite Inspections
Termite and pest inspections are vital when looking to purchase a new home as they can cause immeasurable damage to the structure of a home. Action Property Inspections will evaluate the termite barriers from a building inspection perspective including,
- Termite Barriers
- Ant Caps, etc
- Breached and incorrectly installed termite barriers conducive to termite attack
What the pest inspector will do
It is important to have an independent pest inspection company in Brisbane perform a comprehensive assessment of termites and other pests that could be dwelling within your property of choice as this is a highly specialised field.
Action Property Inspections partners with Brisbane’s leading, independent, highly qualified, and reputable pest inspectors to conduct the inspection. If you’ve got your own pest inspector in mind, we’ll work with them to ensure you’re fully protected.
Brisbane Homes are at High Risk of Termites
According to CSIRO, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, houses in Brisbane are at a very high risk of being damaged by termites due to the weather conditions. It is important that before you buy any homes in the Brisbane area that you get a full termite inspection. It is also recommended that you should get a termite inspection annually to prevent infestation.
What Attracts Termites to Your Home?
Termites are attracted to houses because they are looking for food sources, which your home is full of. Termites are attracted to:
- Wood
- Paper
- Moisture
- Mulch
- Excess foliage
What are the common signs of termites?
Common signs of termite infestation include:
- Flying termites
- Tunnels in wood
- Hollow sounding timber
- Mud trails
- Moisture stains on walls
- Soft floor boards
- Ceiling or floor damage
- Crude plater repairs
If you notice any of these signs, you should call a pest inspector.