ten appearkle The Pest Company carry out every termite and timber pest inspection with the aided help from a few essential tools that enhance the inspection process.
1. Thermal camera
Termites destroy homes, so the more tools we have on board to help locate live active termites the better.
Not all infestations can be found using a Thermal camera, however on this occasion (Image Below), the camera helps us track down a lot of active termites (Coptotermes Species) within the wall cavity.
Termites work fast and do not stop. Visual Termite Inspections and Timber Pest Inspections have limitations, we cannot see through walls or behind stored items/Furniture or beneath roof void insulation or under a slab even with a camera.
Australian Standards AS3660.2-2017 recommends a Thermal Camera even though it is not a magical tool it will assist in the operational process of a Visual Termite Inspection.
2. LED Lenser Torch
A high power torch that lasts the entire day’s schedule of Inspections is worth every cent. Led Lenser allows us to charge on the go in the car and at home overnight, ensuring our torches are ready for the long day.
Not only do we use torches in the sub-floor and roof void, we use it throughout the property on every inspection. Even the smallest of marks need to be picked up and investigated. The image here shows just how close Termites get to the wall lining surface, at times they may just leave the paint.
3. Tramex Moisture Encounter Plus Meter
The moisture meter is a longstanding industry tool that helps us locate moisture in wall cavities, check water stains on walls and ceilings, inspect behind showers and baths where leaks are often located.
Termites love the humid conditions and moisture. If the property has a leak or drainage issue we need rectify this conducive condition as moisture attracts termites. The Australian Standards AS3660.2-2017 lists the moisture meter as a standard tool that should be used for all Termite Inspections.
At TPC we abide by the standards and set our levels much higher to ensure we do not let our customers down. When it comes to inspecting properties for Termites, Call The Pest Company for Reliable, Trusted, Experienced Technicians.
The Company ensure our Moisture Meters are calibrated yeary, this is part of our ISO – 9001 Management System.
