Hunter and Port Stephens’ Most Trusted – Book Your Treatment Now!
Hunter and Port Stephens’ Most Trusted – Book Your Treatment Now!
Noticed small holes in timber, powdery dust nearby, or slightly soft/spongy wood? These symptoms often point to underlying timber pest issues. It’s a valid concern, especially here in Port Stephens—where humidity and salt air accelerate decay—these threats can escalate quickly.
While most inspections check for termites, our Timber Pest Inspections go further, targeting lesser-known but equally damaging culprits that thrive in our coastal environment:
Insects like powderpost beetles tunnel inside timber. Our radar scanners help detect this hidden activity.
Fungi that destroy damp timber (e.g. in subfloors). We use moisture meters & thermal imaging to find problem areas.
Using advanced tech and visual checks, we identify any other organisms damaging your timber.
We strictly adhere to Australian Standard AS 4349.3, the benchmark for thoroughly assessing timber pests in areas like Port Stephens, Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Cessnock and surrounds.
Here’s how we help prevent costly repairs, safety risks and compliance headaches:
Hidden rot/borers cause expensive structural failures. Our advanced tech finds damage early for proactive solutions.
Avoid nasty surprises during pre-sale checks. Our detailed photo reports provide clear evidence, boosting buyer confidence.
Weakened decks/stairs are dangerous. Our experienced technicians (30+ yrs local) identify structural risks to keep your family safe.
Planning a reno? We identify underlying timber issues first, preventing budget blowouts from unexpected damage.
Remember, coastal properties have stricter requirements. Our AS 4349.3 compliant reports provide necessary documentation for insurance and strata purposes.
Our expert checks accessible timber (roof, subfloor, inside & out) using eyes, ears and tech (radar, thermal, moisture meters) to spot borers, rot, or risky conditions, especially in coastal problem areas. (Buying? Ask about pre-purchase).
You get a digital report (usually within 48hrs) with clear photos and plain English explanations of any pests, damage, risk factors (like leaks) and the overall situation.
We provide practical advice in the report for fixing issues or preventing future ones. We'll happily chat through the findings and help you decide on the best next steps.
Ultimately, our goal is to give you everything you need to stay compliant and make confident decisions to protect the structure, value and safety of your Port Stephens property.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Services.
Still have questions? Contact Australian Pest Solution today for expert advice and tailored pest solutions.
Yes, the damp, salty air in Port Stephens definitely helps wood rot (fungal decay) grow faster. We use special tools like moisture meters to find damp wood (over 20% moisture is risky) and thermal cameras to spot hidden wet patches where rot loves to start.
Not always. Even tough hardwoods can get rot if they stay wet and some borers (like Lyctus) attack the outer ‘sapwood’ layer. We check all wood types carefully, as required by the Australian Standard AS 4349.3.
Mould looks fuzzy or slimy on the surface and is usually caused by dampness, but it doesn’t usually eat the wood. Wood rot (fungal decay) is caused by fungi that eat the wood, making it soft, weak and crumbly. We look for both, but rot is the one that causes structural damage.
No. Termite barriers stop termites coming up from the ground. They do nothing to stop rot spores blowing in on the wind or borers flying in to lay eggs on the wood. You still need a specific Timber Pest Inspection for those.
It means things around your property that make it easier for pests to attack. Think poor drainage under the house, wood touching the ground, leaky taps making things damp or thick bushes hiding the walls. Finding these helps you fix them before pests become a big problem.
Our standard inspection (AS 4349.3) checks only what we can safely see and reach without moving heavy furniture or drilling holes. If we think there’s a problem hidden somewhere we can’t access, we’ll note it in the report and suggest ways to check further, which might need your permission for us to move things or make a small opening.
We don’t check the tree roots themselves, but if we find dampness in the walls or foundations near trees using our moisture meters or thermal camera, we’ll report it. We might then suggest you get a plumber or tree expert (arborist) to investigate if roots are the likely cause.
No, our AS 4349.3 inspection report doesn’t include repair costs. We focus on telling you what pest is there, where the damage is (that we can see) and what needs to be done (like treatment or getting a builder). You’d need to get quotes from builders for the actual repair costs.
Our high-tech tools (radar, thermal, moisture meters) are much better than just looking. They help us find hidden activity or dampness. But, no inspection can promise to find every single hidden issue, especially if pests are deep inside timber we can’t access. The tech is a powerful tool that helps our experienced inspectors make the best possible assessment.
Places right near the water or in very humid spots often have a higher risk of wood rot (fungal decay). Borers can pop up anywhere there’s suitable wood. Termite risk also varies. Because we’ve worked locally for so long, we know the specific risks in different areas around Port Stephens and adjust our focus accordingly.
Whether you own, buy, or manage property in Port Stephens, Maitland, Newcastle, the upper Hunter region or surrounds, trust our 30+ years of local experience.
