CARPENTER ANT VS. TERMITE DAMAGE Here we are again, its the season and the time in which a variety of insects or pests begin to become more active. Some of them simply have a normal population increase while other pests seem to come in alarming numbers. Two of those pests and economic pests at that
-> Continue reading CARPENTER ANT VS. TERMITE DAMAGE

Understanding the basics of termite management. When you obtain a building and pest inspection report sometimes the reports can be a lot to digest. Some common misconceptions are that in the report we state a “physical termite barrier” is installed and people presume the house is ultimately protected and thus termites will never enter the property
-> Continue reading What is a visual termite inspection zone?

A new Australian standard was issued at the end of 2017 for building and pest inspections. What does this mean? This standard now requires inspectors to carry out further tests on building and pest inspections. Traditionally the use of basic tools such as a timber sounder and a moisture meter was sufficient however these tools
-> Continue reading New Pre Purchase Inspection Requirements

What’s involved in a building & pest inspection? Purchasing a new home or property is a big deal, and for most this may be your first home or for others an investment. A building and pest inspection is an important step in ensuring you are aware of what you purchase. This article is to answer commonly
-> Continue reading Common Asked Questions About Inspections

Ice and illicit drug manufacture is a huge issue! You wouldn’t purchase a new home without inspecting for termites or ensuring also the building has no structural defects!In saying that would you risk buying a house without getting a drug residue test and not knowing whether it has been contaminated by methamphetamines? To the average
-> Continue reading Testing your home for Methamphetamine use or manufacture

A common myth about timber de-bunked! There are a few common myths that our inspectors hear on a day to day basis. Whilst carrying out Building And Pest Inspections on The Gold Coast and Northern N.S.W one of the biggest questions we get asked is “The house is built from hardwood, termites don’t eat hardwood
-> Continue reading Are Hardwood Houses Termite Proof?

Best practices before you list your home. Selling your house is an exciting step for either gaining on an investment or moving to a new home. The worst and most annoying part of this process for the vendor is failing a building and pest inspection and losing interest from the prospected purchaser. Failing a building and pest
-> Continue reading Preparing Your House For Sale

Reducing the threat of termites is easy! Termites pose major problems affecting Australian homeowners. The statistics are alarming. The CSIRO puts this risk at 1 in 4 homes. Northern N.S.W and The Gold Coast Homes are at a high risk due to the species of termite in the area that can cause devastating damage to homes and
-> Continue reading Protect your Home Against Termites

Are The Giant Darwin Termites On Our Doorstep? Mastotermes darwiniensis, giant northern termite, Darwin termite or also “Mastos” as they are commonly called within the pest control industry are classed as the world’s worst termite and have also recently been claimed to be identified on The Gold Coast. This termite was also only thought to have been
-> Continue reading World’s Worst Termite Marches South

Winner Best of Houzz “Best Pest Control, Building Inspection Company 2017”  We are proud to announce we are the winners of Houzz 2017 “Best Pest Control, Building Inspection Company 2017” Thank you for all who have voted for us and we look forward to providing the best in Pest Control, Building Inspections and Termite Management for
-> Continue reading Proud To Announce “Best Of Houzz 2017”

Timber pest doesn’t mean just termites East Coast Building And Pest provide building and pest inspections from Gold Coast to Coffs Harbour. A building and pest inspection before purchasing a new home is essential in identifying major structural issues, but what are The 3 Most Common Timber Pests that are identified affecting Gold Coast and Northern
-> Continue reading The 3 Most Common Timber Pests

What is a building and pest inspection? Building and pest inspections are for the purchaser to identify any potential issues including building design faults, safety, cracking, structural and possible timber pest activity past or present. These issues can, unfortunately, have an effect on the value of the property you are purchasing. Obtaining a report can provide assurance that the
-> Continue reading Understanding Building And Pest Inspections

Ants Everywhere! Summer Is Here. Summertime on the Gold Coast brings warm weather, Sun, Surf, and sand. Also, Warmer months also bring Ants! If you have lived through a summer on The Gold Coast I’m sure you have experienced dropping a twisty whilst waiting for the BBQ to cook and then all of a sudden
-> Continue reading Ant Control Tips

Warning, Non-Licensed Building Inspectors Pre-Purchase Building And Pest Inspections form an essential step when acquiring a new property. A building and pest inspection will help identify any issues past or present that the building may be facing. If unidentified, these issues can cost the purchaser thousands. There are different laws in each state that govern
-> Continue reading Warning, Non-Licensed Inspectors

Termites Around Your Home, How To Reduce The Risks The current statistic is that termite’s effect 1 in 4 homes. Termites are a common problem affecting homeowners annually. Most of all major financial losses are caused by termite damage throughout Australia every year.  As a result building design faults, Conducive conditions and lack of inspections
-> Continue reading Termites Around Your Home, Reducing The Risks.

Not Sure if you need a Termite Inspection? Take Termite Test. Termites cause major financial damage every year. Termites are an Economical Pest. Take the Termidor Termite Test today and see how you rate on the Termidor termite test. Home Page

A list and information on termite resistant timbers used in building design throughout Australia. Commonly asked; What are termite resistant timbers used in service throughout Australia? Although these timbers are classed as termite resistant there are other options including pressure treated, Toxic wood and Composite materials. Although certain hardwoods are “resistant”, There can always be
-> Continue reading Termite Resistant Timbers