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Buying a property is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll make in your lifetime, especially given the inflated property prices in many of Australia's capital cities.
So before you sign any contracts, you want to be sure you’re buying a property that is structurally sound, doesn’t have any pest problems, and has generally been maintained. To do that, there are several inspections you should carry out during the purchase process to ensure that you make the right decision today, we are going to talk about pest inspections!
Pest inspections
Just like a building inspection, a pest inspection can save you thousands of dollars when it comes to potential future repairs. If you live in an area prone to termites or other pests, this type of inspection is essential for your peace of mind before you buy a property.
A pest inspection should be carried out before you exchange contracts, and sometimes it’s possible to get a combined building and pest inspection.
What does a pest inspection involve?
A pest inspector will thoroughly investigate the property to check for the presence of any wood-destroying insects, such as termites or borers. The inspector will also look for any existing damage caused by those pests already, plus any potential damage they could cause in the future. The interior and exterior of the home will be inspected, including any accessible under-floor or roof cavity areas.
If pests are present and active, inspection reports help determine what treatment should be taken.
Termite inspection is mostly a visual process and is done by a qualified professional. Aside from the building interior and exteriors, areas such as roof and crawl spaces, trees and fences are also inspected. Ideally, this is all done before the property is purchased with a recommended repeat every four to six months.
Experts advise that pest inspections be done simultaneously with building inspections. Any damage detected from the former can be assessed by the latter and immediately determine the extent of repairs to be done. Pest inspection can range from $200 for a simple report, to up to $500 to include infrared thermal images.
Repairing termite damage to a house can cost you several thousands of dollars, so a pest inspection can be the difference between buying your dream home and buying a property that turns out to be a nightmare.
Need a pest inspection? Connect with us here at Asset Pest today by calling 0418 157 926
An excerpt was taken from the original article published by finder here.
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