Timber Pest Inspections
It is estimated that one in three houses are attacked by termites and that 80% of Australian homes are at risk of termite attack.
Purchasing a house is a large investment and a Pre Purchase Timber Pest Inspection gives peace of mind that there will be no nasty surprises awaiting you when moving in to your new dream home.
Termites like to build their mud shelter tubes in areas where they feel that they will not be disturbed or discovered, and this is why you should always insist on an experienced Timber Pest Inspector.
A Pre Purchase Timber Pest Inspection should not only tell you if live termites or termite damage exists but should also, alert you to conducive conditions for termites. Conducive conditions can include excessive moisture in the sub floor, leaks from plumbing or waste pipes, obstructed sub floor ventilation, stored timber or timber debris in the sub floor and possible termite nesting sites close to the house. The picture below is of a termite nest in an unused cupboard space.
A Timber Pest Inspection, also reports on decay and borer. While borers are not as destructive as termites, the borer known as Anoibium (furniture beetle) can damage old pine flooring such as baltic or colonial pine to the point of floor board collapse.
A Pre Purchase Timber Pest Inspection on an average 200m2 home with a sub floor and roof void should take around two hours to complete and you should insist when booking a pest inspection, that the company will take the time to guarantee that the inspection is thorough.
When considering a Pre Purchase Timber Pest Inspection, employ the services of some one that is experienced in this field and is fully insured. Insure that the inspection is in accordance with Australian Standards 4349.3 – 1998 inspection of buildings part 3.timber pest inspections. Make yourself happy that sufficient time will be spent conducting the inspection.
After completion of the inspection, don’t rush, sit back and read the report thoroughly and call the inspector if there is anything in the report you don not understand.
Article written by VIP Pest Control.
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