AS 3660.2 Termite Inspections · Gold Coast · Logan · Brisbane
termite inspections. done thoroughly.
Thermal imaging cameras. Moisture meters. Full 4-stage inspection by a QBCC-licensed inspector. Comprehensive digital report on the day. Catch the damage before it costs you tens of thousands.
✓ same-week availability
✓ digital report within 24 hours
three ways to inspect
pick the inspection that fits
Standalone inspection, bundled with general pest treatment, or the full pest + termite combo. All include the same AS 3660.2 inspection process and comprehensive digital report.
termite detector (standalone)
- Full AS 3660.2 timber pest inspection
- Exterior, subfloor, interior, and roof void
- Thermal imaging camera scan
- Moisture meter readings on accessible timbers
- Sounding of all accessible timber surfaces
- Comprehensive digital report within 24 hours
- Photos of all findings and recommendations
- Warranty-compliant for termite management systems
bundled with general pest
- Everything in standalone Termite Detector inspection
- Bundled with your Annual Guardian or 360° Ultimate Protection treatment
- Single appointment, single visit, no separate callout fee
- Property surcharges apply at half rate
- Combined service report covers both inspection and pest treatment
- Saves time and travel cost
360° ultimate + termite detector
- Complete 360° Ultimate Protection pest treatment
- Plus full AS 3660.2 termite inspection
- PerimeterShield + RoofProtect included
- 12-month PestiesProtect+ warranty on pest treatment
- Comprehensive digital termite report
- Both services delivered in one appointment
why an inspection matters in queensland
the damage you can’t see. is the damage that bankrupts you.
Termites consume your home from the inside out. By the time you see visible damage, the cost of repairs can already be in the tens of thousands of dollars. A professional inspection is a non-invasive diagnostic check-up designed to find evidence of termites long before the damage becomes catastrophic.
$1.5 billion in damage annually in australia
CSIRO data estimates Australian homeowners spend $1.5 billion every year on termite damage repair. The Gold Coast is one of the highest-risk regions in the country. The annual inspection cost is a tiny fraction of the average repair bill.
80% of homes within 25m of a nest
CSIRO estimates 80% of Australian homes are within 25 metres of a termite nest. On the Gold Coast that proportion is higher due to the surrounding bushland, eucalypt nesting sites, and favourable climate. Proximity is the start of the risk equation.
warranty insurance requires the report
Modern termite management systems (Termidor, Trelona, Kordon physical barriers) carry warranties that depend on annual AS 3660.2 inspections. Skip the inspection, void the warranty. The inspection cost is the insurance premium.
the pesties.au 4-stage inspection process
every accessible area. no shortcuts.
A truly effective inspection is systematic. Our licensed inspectors work through four distinct zones of your property to ensure nothing is overlooked. A standard 3-bedroom home takes 1.5 to 2 hours. Larger or more complex properties take longer. We do not rush, because what we miss costs you everything.
exterior + grounds
Start outside. Examine the perimeter for mud tubes on external foundation walls. Look for nesting sites in trees, stumps, and retaining walls. Check garden beds, mulch, stored timber. Outside-in approach catches the source.
subfloor
If accessible, the subfloor is where active termite activity is most often first visible. We crawl every accessible part. Piers, foundation walls, stored timber, underside of flooring. Mud leads and damage hidden from view.
interior
Room by room. Tap skirting boards, architraves, door frames. Hollow sounds reveal damage. Thermal imaging cameras detect active termite galleries behind walls. Moisture meters confirm whether stains are termite activity or just water damage.
roof void
Top-down inspection of timber trusses, rafters, and top plates. Termites travel up through wall cavities into the roof. Mudding on the underside of roof timbers is one of the earliest visible signs of advanced infestation.
why thermal imaging matters
the eye sees about 30%.
Visual inspection alone catches roughly 30% of active termite activity. The rest hides behind walls, in cavities, in spaces no human eye can reach. Thermal imaging and moisture meters extend what we can detect, dramatically.
thermal imaging cameras
Termite activity generates heat (from the colony, from the moisture they introduce, from the digestion process). Thermal imaging cameras show that heat as visible patterns through walls, ceilings, and roof areas. Active galleries that are completely invisible to the eye light up clearly.
moisture meters
Termites introduce moisture into their galleries. Even small amounts. A moisture meter reading well above ambient on what looks like a normal wall section is a strong indicator of active termite activity. Differentiates termite damage from old water damage.
sounding (tap-testing)
Solid timber sounds different from termite-eaten timber. Our inspectors tap every accessible architrave, skirting, door frame, and window frame. Hollow sounds reveal damage often before any visual signs appear. The simplest technology, still indispensable.
what’s actually attacking your home
species matters. not all termites are equal.
Different termite species attack homes differently, build colonies of different sizes, and require different management approaches. Species identification is part of every Pesties.au inspection because it determines what comes next.
coptotermes
The most economically damaging termite genus in Australia. Coptotermes acinaciformis is the species responsible for most of the catastrophic damage on the Gold Coast. Colonies can exceed one million individuals. They can consume structural timber in months, not years.
schedorhinotermes
The second most damaging in residential SE QLD. Smaller colonies than Coptotermes but equally destructive once established. Often found in heavily vegetated suburban properties. Particularly common in older Gold Coast suburbs with mature trees.
heterotermes / nasutitermes
Less damaging individually but still capable of significant structural damage if untreated. Nasutitermes builds visible above-ground nests on tree trunks and structures. Less common in residential properties but still part of the inspection scope.
Why species ID matters for treatment: A Coptotermes infestation in active foraging may need an aggressive non-repellent product like Termidor SC dust. A Schedorhinotermes colony may respond better to a Trelona baiting system. Generic “termite treatment” without species identification is guesswork. We identify before we recommend.
what’s in your digital report
comprehensive. photo-documented. delivered same day.
photo evidence of all findings
Every observation is photo-documented. Mud leads. Damaged timbers. Roof void conditions. Subfloor moisture issues. Termite barriers (where present) and their condition. The report becomes a baseline you can compare against on future inspections.
clear practical recommendations
If we find active termite activity, the report includes a clear treatment proposal with options and pricing. If we don’t, the report includes prevention recommendations: timber storage, moisture management, vegetation clearance, conditions that attract activity.
AS 3660.2-compliant documentation
The report meets the Australian Standard for Timber Pest Inspection. Required documentation for termite management system warranty validity. Insurance-ready format. Strata committee-ready format. Pre-purchase inspection-ready format.
the cost-of-damage maths
$269 inspection. vs $30,000 repair.
This is the only equation that matters with termites. The cost of an annual inspection is small. The cost of finding active termites twelve months too late is potentially everything you have in the home.
$10,000 to $30,000
The average cost of termite damage repair in Australia, per CSIRO and termite industry data. This covers structural timber replacement, plasterwork, flooring, and finishes. Insurance does not cover termite damage in most Australian home policies.
$50,000 to $200,000+
Severe undetected infestations in load-bearing timber, roof structures, or floor joists. Some homes are written off as structurally unsafe. Land value remains but the structure is condemned. The 6-month delay between annual inspections is when most of these happen.
$269 once a year
Standalone AS 3660.2 inspection cost. $200 if bundled with a general pest treatment. Less than $1 per day for the assurance that nothing is currently eating the inside of your house. Math that doesn’t need explaining.
when to inspect
annually is the standard. 6-monthly for higher risk.
annual inspections (most homes)
The Australian Standard AS 3660.2 recommends a full timber pest inspection at least every 12 months for residential properties in high-risk regions like SE QLD. For most homes with modern termite management systems, annual is appropriate.
6-monthly (older homes, visible activity)
Pre-2000 homes without integrated termite management systems should consider 6-monthly inspections. Same recommendation for any home where past termite activity has been documented, where the property is heavily vegetated, or where moisture issues persist around the slab.
pre-purchase + pre-sale
Buying a Gold Coast property? Always commission a pre-purchase termite inspection. Selling? A current termite inspection report dramatically reduces buyer negotiation leverage. Both situations are worth the inspection fee multiple times over.
if we find activity
honest options. no high-pressure sales.
If we find active termites or visible past damage, our report includes a clear, no-obligation treatment proposal. Multiple options where appropriate. Pricing transparent on the day. No upsell from a sales rep who arrives separately. The same inspector who did the work explains the options.
an inspection without a treatment recommendation is just paperwork
where we inspect
AS 3660.2 termite inspections across the Gold Coast, Logan, and South Brisbane corridor. Higher demand from older suburbs and high-risk vegetation zones.
Gold Coast
- Pimpama
- Coomera
- Ormeau
- Helensvale
- Robina
- Hope Island
- Sanctuary Cove
- Paradise Point
- Southport
- Surfers Paradise
- Burleigh Heads
- Nerang
Logan
- Shailer Park
- Beenleigh
- Eagleby
- Loganholme
- Springwood
- Daisy Hill
- Underwood
South Brisbane
- Forest Lake
- Acacia Ridge
- Calamvale
- Eight Mile Plains
- Mount Gravatt
- Holland Park
Suburb not listed? Get a quote or call 0494 151 789.
related services
after the inspection.
termite management systems
If your inspection reveals risk or active activity, our termite management systems (Termidor HE chemical barrier or Trelona baiting) provide long-term protection.
general pest control
Annual Guardian or 360° Ultimate Protection. Bundle a termite inspection with your pest treatment via 360° Ultimate + Termite Detector.
rodent control
Rodent Guard multi-station baiting for rats and mice. Particularly relevant for older properties where the same conditions that attract termites also attract rodents.
questions
everything else.
how long does a professional termite inspection take?
For a standard 3-bedroom home, thorough termite inspections typically take 1.5 to 2 hours. Larger or more complex properties take longer. We do not rush. The point of the inspection is what we find, not how fast we finish.
do i need to be home for the inspection?
Not for the full duration, but we recommend you be present for the first and last 15-20 minutes. The opening walkthrough lets you tell us anything you know about the property’s history. The closing walkthrough lets the inspector show you findings in person and answer questions.
what happens if you find live termites?
Do not disturb them. Do not spray with household chemicals (it scatters the colony into multiple sub-colonies and makes treatment harder). Our inspector will assess the extent of activity and provide a detailed proposal for eradication and management. Multiple options where appropriate, transparent pricing on the day.
how often should i get a termite inspection?
The Australian Standard AS 3660.2 recommends annual inspections for residential properties in high-risk regions like SE QLD. Older homes (pre-2000) without modern termite management systems should consider 6-monthly. Pre-purchase and pre-sale inspections are also recommended for any property transaction.
can you inspect strata properties / unit complexes?
Yes. Strata committee inspections, building manager inspections, and individual unit inspections all available. Our reports are formatted for strata committee review and meet body corporate requirements for documented termite management.
what’s the difference between a pest inspection and a building inspection?
A pest inspection (which is what we do) focuses on termites, wood-destroying organisms, and timber pest activity per AS 3660.2. A building inspection is broader and covers structural integrity, electrical, plumbing, roofing, etc. Both are often required for property purchase; they’re typically done by different inspectors.
does the report cover insurance and warranty requirements?
Yes. Our digital report is AS 3660.2-compliant, photo-documented, and formatted for use with termite management system warranties (Termidor, Trelona, Kordon, Termimesh) and insurance claims. Insurers and warranty providers accept it as standard documentation.
what if my home already has a termite management system?
Annual inspections are still required to maintain the warranty on most systems. The inspection verifies the barrier hasn’t been breached by landscaping, renovations, or natural settlement. If we find breaches we report them and recommend remediation. The system protects when it remains intact.
can i get a same-week inspection?
Yes, in most cases. Pimpama, Coomera, Ormeau, Helensvale and most of our service area is on weekly routes. Book before Wednesday and we can usually fit you in by Friday. Same-week emergency inspections for active termite situations available.
are your inspectors licensed?
Every Pesties.au termite inspector holds a valid QBCC pest management licence and AS 3660.2 timber pest inspection accreditation. We carry full public liability and professional indemnity insurance. Licence numbers available on request.
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