Inspectra Property Inspections carries out every inspection in New with a Domestic Builder Unlimited (DB-U) registered practitioner — Victoria's highest class of VBA builder registration, with no restrictions on project type, size, or value. DB-U is the premium tier of builder registration in Victoria — above DB-L (limited) and all other restricted categories. Many building inspectors hold no VBA builder registration at all.
A professional pest and termite inspection in New Gisborne is essential for any property buyer. Termite damage is not covered by standard building insurance — making a pre-purchase pest inspection the only effective protection before you're legally committed to the purchase. Inspectra provides AS 4349.3-compliant timber pest inspections across New Gisborne using thermal imaging cameras and calibrated moisture meters.
The New Gisborne Termite Risk
New Gisborne's proximity to Gisborne township, mature garden trees, and substantial tree cover on many blocks creates favourable conditions for subterranean termite activity. Properties with timber framing and landscaping close to the structure are at elevated risk.
Termite activity can remain completely concealed within wall cavities, subfloor framing, and roof voids for years before becoming visible. Our inspection tools are specifically selected to detect what the eye can't see.
What's Covered in Your Pest Inspection
- Roof void
- Internal timbers
- Subfloor timbers
- External timbers & environment
- Site conditions
All accessible roof framing — trusses, rafters, and structural timbers inspected for termite activity, damage, and conducive conditions
Skirting boards, architraves, door framing, and floor edging — assessed for termite workings and damage
Bearers, joists, and accessible floorboards inspected using thermal imaging and moisture meters
Decking, cladding, fencing, pergolas, and garden features — plus assessment of vegetation and conducive conditions around the property
Drainage, landscaping, wood debris, stump presence, and other site factors that elevate termite risk
Advanced Detection Technology
Our New Gisborne pest inspections use thermal imaging cameras to detect temperature anomalies consistent with termite activity and moisture ingress — and calibrated moisture meters to identify elevated moisture levels in timber and wall substrates. These tools significantly improve detection accuracy beyond a standard visual inspection.
Combine with a Building Inspection
For complete pre-purchase coverage, we recommend pairing your pest inspection with a building inspection in New Gisborne. Our combined building and pest inspection covers both in a single appointment — with reports delivered within 24 hours.
Also Serving Nearby Areas
We also provide pest and termite inspections across Gisborne, Gisborne South, Macedon, Woodend and the wider Macedon Ranges. View all service areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
New Gisborne's established garden trees and proximity to bushland create favourable conditions for subterranean termite activity. Any home with timber framing or subfloor access should be inspected before purchase.
We use thermal imaging cameras and calibrated moisture meters alongside visual inspection — significantly improving detection of concealed termite activity and moisture-related conditions that attract pests.
AS 3660.2 recommends annual inspections for all homes in high-risk areas. For a pre-purchase inspection, one inspection before exchange gives you the protection you need before committing.