Timber inspections provide you with detailed information regarding the condition of your property, and whether you have been impacted by pests, such as wood borers and termites. CTP Inspections is reliable and can provide you with your timber pest inspection report the same day the inspection is completed.
The purpose of a timber pest inspection
The purpose of a pest inspection in a building is to assess the following:
- Evidence of timber pests: At CTP, we will provide you with real evidence of timber pests. If you are purchasing a home, you will want this evidence for your records.
- Severity of damage caused by the pests: you cannot make repairs if you are unaware of the scale of work required. Our inspectors can expertly assess the damage and advise you of the next steps.
- Susceptibility of building to infestation by pests: Our inspectors can assess the likelihood of a building being subject to termites.
- Remedial and protective measures required: All our inspectors are highly experienced and can expertly advise you of the best way to protect your home.
- If further investigations are required: If your pest infestation require further investigation; we can advise this
Why are timber pest inspections so important for Australian homes?
Living in Australia, homes are more susceptible to timber pest invasions for numerous reasons. Australia has a warm and humid climate, which is conducive to the growth and reproduction of many types of timber pests and also has a wide variety of wood-boring insects, such as termites and borers, which can cause significant damage to the structural timbers of homes. Many Australian homes are built using timber as a construction material, which can be vulnerable to attack by timber pests. Overall, it is important for homeowners in Australia to be vigilant about protecting their homes from timber pests and to regularly have timber pest inspections to detect and prevent damage from these pests.
Specialised equipment and experience for your timber pest inspection in Port Stephens
Timber pest inspections typically involve the use of specialised equipment to help detect the presence of timber pests and assess the condition of the building materials. Some common types of specialised equipment used in timber pest inspections include:
- Moisture meters: These devices measure the moisture content of wood and other building materials. High moisture levels can indicate the presence of wood-rotting fungi or termites.
- Termite detection devices: These devices use a combination of heat and moisture sensors to detect the presence of termites in hidden areas of the home.
- Borer traps: These devices use pheromones or other attractants to lure wood-boring insects into a trap, where they can be collected and identified by the pest inspector.
- Endoscopes: These devices consist of a flexible, lighted tube with a camera on the end, which can be inserted into small or hard-to-reach areas to inspect for pests and damage.
- Thermal imaging cameras: These cameras use heat signatures to identify areas of the home that may be damaged or have high moisture levels, which can indicate the presence of timber pests.
Timber Pest Inspections for your home in Port Stephens
At CTP Inspections, we highly recommended you complete a timber pest inspection as part of your pre-purchase process prior to buying a home. Timber pest damage can be costly to repair if not identified, and it is best to ensure the home is timber pest free as this could potentially save you thousands in structural repairs if found before the completion of the house sale.
We also offer a full range of Pest & Building Inspection Services for our customers in Port Stephens:
- Pre-Purchase Pest & Building Inspection
- Pre-Sale Vendor Pest & Building Inspection
- Commercial Pest & Building Inspection
- Building Handover/PCI – Practical Completion Inspection (New Building)
- Timber Pest Inspection
- Building Defect Inspection
- Building Maintenance Inspection
- Thermal Imaging
- Methamphetamine (Meth Testing & Report)
- Regular Visual Termite Inspection
Timber Pest Inspections completed by licensed building inspectors
Our team is made up of licenced building inspectors, with industry knowledge covering all areas of the building and construction industry. Using our years of experience, we visually check your home for signs of pest activity, past and present, using the latest in technology such as thermal imaging and moisture meters.
Call our team on 0488 885 203 to book your Port Stephens timber pest inspection or alternatively, Order an Inspection or get an Instant Quote online today!
