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Termite Inspection West End
Pre-war timber cottages on short stumps and older homes along the river make termites a real risk in West End, even among the apartments. We inspect the subfloor, walls, roof void and yard and give you a written report.
Buying a home? Tell us your contract dates and we will book the pre-purchase inspection around them.
- Inside, roof void, subfloor and yard
- Moisture meter and thermal camera
- Written report with photos
- Upfront pricing, no hidden costs
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Tell us what you have seen and we will call you back.
- the longest gap between inspections
- 12 months
- peak termite swarm season
- Sep–Mar
- suburbs covered
- 367
- phones answered
- 24/7
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Found Termites or Mud Tubes? Do This First
In West End termites are usually found in the older cottages: during a renovation, under a short-stump subfloor or behind a skirting board that gives way.
If you find mud or damaged timber, leave it alone. Disturbed termites retreat and reappear where they are harder to reach.
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Leave the area exactly as it is
Do not break open mud tubes, pull off damaged timber or poke the soft spot. Live termites in place are what lets us treat the colony.
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Do not spray them
Fly spray and surface sprays kill a few workers and send the rest into hiding. The colony keeps eating, just somewhere you cannot see.
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Take photos
Photograph the mud, damage or winged insects. If you have a few flying termites, a sealed jar helps us identify them.
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Check for moisture
Turn off any leaking tap, hot water overflow or air conditioner drain near the spot. Termites need moisture to survive.
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Then call us on 07 3916 7673. Answered day and night, with same day visits on most days.
What we do
Our Termite Inspection Services in West End
From a yearly check to a full colony treatment, every job starts with an inspection and an upfront price.
Full Termite InspectionSubfloor, roof void, interior, fences and garden
Pre-Purchase Pest InspectionKnow what you are buying before you sign
Annual Termite InspectionThe yearly check we recommend for every home
Thermal Imaging & Moisture TestingActivity found behind walls without cutting holes
Subfloor & Roof Void InspectionStumps, bearers, joists and roof timbers checked
Written Termite ReportFindings, photos, risk areas and next steps
Termite Treatment PlansDusting, foaming and baiting of live activity
Termite Barriers & MonitoringSoil treatments and bait stations around the home
Commercial & Strata InspectionsShops, offices, schools and unit blocks
Sound familiar?
Common Termite Worries in West End
These are the things West End homeowners usually notice first. If any sound familiar, book an inspection.
"Mud tracks up the stumps or the slab edge"
Pencil-width tubes of dried mud are termite highways from the soil into the house. Break one and you may see creamy-white workers inside.
"The skirting board sounds hollow"
Timber that sounds papery when tapped, or gives under a vacuum cleaner, can be eaten out behind a thin skin of paint.
"Flying ants around the lights at night"
On warm, humid evenings termite colonies send out winged swarms. Piles of shed wings on window sills mean a mature colony nearby.
"The paint is bubbling but there is no leak"
Termites bring moisture into walls as they feed. Rippled paint or plasterboard that looks water-damaged can be activity just under the surface.
"We are buying a house and need it checked"
A pre-purchase timber pest inspection reports on termites, borers and wood decay before you settle.
"It has been years since the last inspection"
A termite inspection at least every 12 months is the usual advice. Most attacks we find are in homes that have skipped a few.
Know what you are dealing with
Is It Termites or Ants?
Termites are often called white ants, but they are not ants at all. Flying ants and flying termites look alike at first glance. Here is how to tell them apart.
| Termite | Ant | |
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| Waist | Thick and straight, no pinch between body sections | Narrow, pinched waist |
| Antennae | Straight, like a string of beads | Bent at an elbow |
| Wings | Four wings of the same length, shed soon after landing | Front wings longer than the back wings |
| Colour of workers | Pale cream to white, soft-bodied | Brown, black or red, hard-bodied |
| Where you see them | Hidden inside timber, mud tubes or soil. Shy of light | Out in the open, trailing along benches and paths |
| What they eat | Timber, paper and anything made of cellulose | Sweet and greasy food, other insects |
Seeing ants trailing through the kitchen instead? Ant Control
Local technicians
Termites Do Not Stop for Winter
In South East Queensland termites feed all year, and most attacks are found by accident. A yearly inspection finds them before the repair bill does.
Call 07 3916 7673Local conditions
Why West End Homes Are at High Risk From Termites
South East Queensland is one of the highest risk areas for termites in Australia.
Local Notes for West End
West End (QLD 4101) is part of Inner Brisbane, about 2 km from the Brisbane CBD, and it is on our regular run. Housing is a mix of high-rise and walk-up apartments, converted warehouses and pre-war workers' cottages on short stumps. Shared walls, service risers, bin rooms and basement car parks give cockroaches and rodents a sheltered path from one property to the next.
German cockroaches in kitchens and rats around bin stores and food premises are the most common call-outs, followed by ants in apartment kitchens and termites in the older timber cottages.
When we inspect in West End we pay particular attention to the way the home meets the ground: stumps and ant caps on raised homes, slab edges and weep holes on brick homes, and any garden beds, paths or additions built up against the walls.
What to watch for around West End
- German cockroaches spreading between units
- Rats around bin rooms, drains and restaurants
- Termites in pre-war timber cottages
- Pigeons on balconies and ledges
- Suburb
- West End
- Postcode
- 4101
- Region
- Inner Brisbane
Warm and humid all year
Termites need warmth and moisture, and the subtropical climate gives them both. The two most destructive groups around Brisbane, Coptotermes and Schedorhinotermes, nest in trees, stumps and soil and travel underground to reach buildings.
Timber homes on stumps
Queenslanders and post-war homes have hardwood frames, timber stumps and open subfloors. Newer homes on slabs are not safe either: termites come up through slab joints, pipe penetrations and weep holes.
Garden beds, mulch and renovations
Garden beds built up over weep holes, timber sleepers, mulch against the wall and extensions that cover old barriers all give termites a hidden way in.
Termite Inspection calls in South East Queensland, by month
How busy each month usually is for this service.
What is at stake
Why Termites Should Not Be Ignored or Sprayed
A termite colony can hold hundreds of thousands of workers, and they feed every hour of the day.
Structural damage
Termites eat bearers, joists, wall studs and roof timbers from the inside. By the time a floor sags, the repair can run into the tens of thousands.
The owner pays for it
Termite repairs are rarely covered, so the cost usually falls on the owner.
Damage you cannot see
Termites leave the surface of the timber intact, so the damage stays hidden until something gives way.
Spraying makes it worse
Surface spray kills a handful and scatters the rest. The colony moves to another part of the house and becomes harder to treat.
How it works
How Our Termite Inspection Works
A typical house takes one to two hours. You get the findings on the day and the written report after.
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Booking and access
We ask about the age and construction of the home, any past treatment and how to get into the roof void and subfloor.
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Inside and roof void
Skirtings, frames, wet areas, cupboards and the roof timbers are sounded, tested for moisture and checked with a thermal camera.
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Subfloor and outside
Stumps, slab edges, weep holes, garden beds, fences, trees and retaining walls are checked for activity and conducive conditions.
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Findings on site
Before leaving we show you any live activity, old damage and the conditions around the home that make an attack more likely.
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Report and plan
You receive a written report with photos. If termites are active, each treatment option comes with a fixed price.
Colony first, then protection
If termites are found, the first job is to eliminate the colony with a dust, foam or bait. Only then do we protect the building with a barrier or a monitoring system.
Pricing
How Much Does a Termite Inspection Cost in West End?
The inspection has a set fee, quoted when you book. Treatment, if it is needed, is priced once we know the species, where they are and how the home is built.
What sets the price
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Size and construction. A high-set home with a full subfloor and outbuildings takes longer than a single-level home on a slab.
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Access. Tight subfloors, low roof voids and stored goods against walls add time. Clear access lets us check more of the home.
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Inspection or pre-purchase. A pre-purchase report covers borers and wood decay as well as termites.
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Treatment needed. Colony treatment, a chemical zone or a baiting system are each quoted separately with a fixed price.
You get an upfront price once the technician has seen the job, and that is the price you pay. No hidden costs.
Why Freshify
Why West End Chooses Freshify for Termite Inspection
A termite inspection is only as good as the person doing it. This is what you get from ours.
Every accessible area
Inside, roof void, subfloor and the whole yard, not a quick walk around the outside.
The right tools
Moisture meters, sounding tools and thermal imaging on every inspection.
A report you can read
Plain-English findings with photos, and clear next steps.
Upfront pricing
A set inspection fee and fixed prices for any treatment. No hidden costs.
Booked around your dates
Pre-purchase inspections fitted in before your cooling-off period ends.
24/7 phone line
Found termites at night or on the weekend? Call and talk to a person.
Peace of mind
Why Households Trust Us With Termite Inspection
Letting someone into your home, roof or subfloor is a big ask. This is what you can count on from the first call.
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You know who is coming. We confirm the technician and the arrival window before they set off.
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You see what we found. Photos of the problem, and of any entry points or damage, before and after the work.
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Nothing is done without a yes. The plan and the price are explained and agreed before any work starts.
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You can call us back. If activity continues after the job, ring the same number and we come back to it.
Where we work
Termite Inspection Near West End
Our technicians cover all of Inner Brisbane. These are the closest suburbs with their own termite inspection page.
- Termite Inspection South Brisbane
- Termite Inspection Highgate Hill
- Termite Inspection Milton
- Termite Inspection Woolloongabba
- Termite Inspection Petrie Terrace
- Termite Inspection Dutton Park
- Termite Inspection Auchenflower
- Termite Inspection Paddington
Questions
Termite Inspection West End FAQs
What people ask us most before they book.
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How often should I have a termite inspection in West End?
At least once a year. Homes with previous termite activity, bushland nearby, or building features that hide entry points may need one every six months. Your report will recommend the interval for your property.
How much does a termite inspection cost in West End?
The inspection has a set fee that depends on the size and construction of the property and whether it is a pre-purchase report. We tell you the price when you book. Treatment, if needed, is quoted separately with a fixed price.
How long does a termite inspection take?
Allow one to two hours for an average house. Larger homes, homes on stumps and properties with sheds, granny flats or lots of garden timber take longer.
What happens if you find live termites?
We show you where they are, identify the species and explain the options with prices. The usual approach is to eliminate the colony first, with a dust, foam or bait, and then protect the building with a treated zone or a monitoring and baiting system.
Do you do pre-purchase pest inspections?
Yes. A pre-purchase timber pest inspection reports on termites, borers and wood decay so you know what you are buying. Tell us your contract dates when you book so the report reaches you in time.
Is termite damage expensive to fix?
It can be. Termites eat bearers, joists and wall frames from the inside, and repairs are rarely covered, so the cost usually falls on the owner. A yearly inspection costs far less.
I have a new home with a termite barrier. Do I still need inspections?
Yes. Physical and chemical barriers are designed to force termites into the open where they can be seen, not to make the home termite proof. A yearly inspection is how that activity gets found.
Can I treat termites myself?
We do not recommend it. Store-bought sprays only kill the termites they touch and push the colony somewhere harder to reach. Leave the area alone and book an inspection so the colony can be treated properly.
Termites Do Not Wait for Settlement Dates or Winter
Book your termite inspection in West End today. Same day bookings on most days, and an upfront price before we start.
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